Defend Thyself

I am about to start taking a combatives/self defense program where I live.

I am honestly a little intimidated because I have NO fighting skills.

The fact is that I need to learn to protect myself. That is why I am taking this self defense program. Does anyone have any advice as to what I can do to face and conquer this fear?

Just looking for some solid advice from anyone who cares to help.

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I have a minor disability that affects my balance somewhat and my ability to stand for long periods. I’d like to learn self defense. Would boxing be adequate? I don’t really care for participating in tournaments, I just want the self defense bit of it.
I already carry concealed. I travel by air extensively, It would hinder my travels to depend solely on a firearm ;p. I do love the sense of humor, though!

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I’m in shotokan karate and know lots of self defense moves that work while standing, but what can I do if I am sitting and someone tries to attack me? (purely hypothetical here)

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So I was wondering what a good martial art for self defense is for someone who is like 5′5″. Like is there a martial art that can teach me how to defend myself against someone who’s 6′8″ 300 pounds. I know if someone got a hold of me that’s that size they would break me in two.

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My young children and I would like to learn a martial art/ self defense. What is the best martial art for this? If there are no classes in my area, does anyone know any step-by-step instructions on line somewhere? We just need to learn how to get out of a bad situation fast if we have to. Thanks.
Thank you everyone for your responses!

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I want to learn a martial art for self defense and to improve my health, though there seems to be so many different styles that I don’t know where to start. Also, I live in Salt Lake City, Utah, so if anyone can recommend a training facility it would be much appreciated.

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I am wondering what is the best way to learn self-defense at home? Are there any good books, DVD’s, websites, etc…?
It doesn’t have to be a martial art by the way.

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I’m not athletic or very flexible, but I’m hoping to learn some self defense. Is there one that will be able to give me some skill in the art, but will not be too demanding in the beginning? I’ve heard that most forms of self-defense require a minimum level of fitness in the beginning.
Yes, I could carry a weapon, but that’s not always possible in case of a attack. For example, a lot of places don’t allow pepper spray.

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You always hear about self defense techniques a small person uses against a larger aggressor (Better endurance, leverage, mobility), but as a tall, sturdy guy myself I can’t help but wonder what I should do if I’m attacked on the streets by a smaller opponent (other than running away of course). In the area where I live there is little chance of me actually getting attacked in a secluded area, so I’m asking this question more out of curiously.
No i’m not obese, just large muscle mass and bone structure.

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I am working female and want to learn self defense / Martial arts/ karate – anything. Any body know where are the classes in South Delhi (only for ladies/women or office going ladies and having evening timing). Please give reply.

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