SIMPLE KNIFE FIGHTING DRILL for Self-Defense - Do This Every Day!!

Published on October 19, 2022
Duration: 5:12

Former CIA Officer Jason Hansen demonstrates a simple, daily knife fighting drill for self-defense. The drill involves drawing a knife and striking a suspended roll of tape, simulating vital targets like the throat or face. It emphasizes starting slow to build muscle memory and gradually increasing speed, with options for using trainer knives or printed targets for varied practice.

Quick Summary

Former CIA Officer Jason Hansen presents a simple knife fighting drill for self-defense, requiring only a knife and a suspended roll of tape. The drill focuses on drawing and striking vital targets like the throat or face to build muscle memory for life-or-death scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Drill Setup
  2. 00:11Knife Drill Explained
  3. 00:44Setting Up the Target
  4. 01:01Performing the Drill
  5. 01:09Grip Options: Overhand vs. Standard
  6. 01:49Building Muscle Memory: Start Slow
  7. 02:01Visualizing Targets
  8. 02:20Increasing Speed
  9. 02:47Using a Trainer Knife
  10. 03:21Alternative Targets: Printed Silhouettes
  11. 03:42Practicing from Carry Position
  12. 04:11Aim Small, Miss Small Principle
  13. 04:43Recommended Gear & Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary goal of Jason Hansen's knife fighting drill?

The primary goal is to build muscle memory for drawing a knife and striking vital targets like the throat or face in a life-or-death self-defense situation, creating an opportunity to escape.

What materials are needed for the simple knife fighting drill?

You'll need a knife (trainer or real blade), a roll of tape (like Gorilla Tape) to serve as a target, and paracord to hang the tape from an exercise machine or fixture.

How should one approach practicing this knife self-defense drill?

Start slowly to build muscle memory, focusing on controlled strikes. Gradually increase your speed as you become more comfortable, and always practice from your preferred knife carry position.

What are the recommended target areas for this knife self-defense drill?

The drill simulates striking vital areas such as a man's throat (trachea) or face (eyes), as these are critical points that can incapacitate an attacker and allow for escape.

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