Videos tagged with Sudden Assault

This video demonstrates a common military-taught technique for defending against a sudden knife attack. Instructor Dan Marcou, a law enforcement and use-of-force expert, details a peripheral defense involving a sidestep, immediate wrist control, and a 180-degree power pivot to take the attacker down forcefully. The technique aims to disarm the attacker and end the threat quickly.

This video discusses the strategic use of verbal challenges during a sudden assault. While a clear verbal command can turn bystanders into witnesses and offer the attacker an opportunity to disengage, it is not always required or advisable, especially at contact distances where an imminent deadly threat exists. Instructor Kevin Michalowski emphasizes that legal benefits and de-escalation potential do not outweigh the immediate risk of harm in close-quarters encounters.