I found this awesome article resource for self-defense topics. If anyone else has a few good sources to add, I’ll sticky this thread for posterity. Let’s get this Self-Defense Forum rockin’ again fellas. Everyone on the KFM board should have a few interesting things to contribute here. With 7,000 active members you’d think at least a few wanted to practice Martial Arts for self-defense reasons! Let’s make this forum a good place to find such information.
Here’s another good article covering non-lethal combatives training from the FBI’s website. Not bad at all.
A point fighter argues in favor of his practice. I’m not sure I agree 100% with everything he says, but here it is.See for yourself.
Dear Mr. Jack:
Please continue to post these articles; it is much appreciated. Additionally, does anyone have any books on this subject of which they might recommend?
Not that I’d need it, since the dim mak seems to work well in these situations. 
Sincerely,
dimmakseminar
Alright, you asked for it dim’. Here’s a link to an entire series of articles designed as “tips for self-defense”. It seems to be quite exhaustive, although I’ve not had a chance to wade through everything…
self defence from an african perspective
these guys are friends of mine, and grew up amongst some of the most violent people around. Though the cultures of the country dictates certain behaviour patterns, the psychology of violence is the same where ever you are
There’'s some good stuff there.
Your first link Jack has some interesting things but the guy advocates pressure point strikes as part of a situational response (in ‘Beer, Brawling and Brotherly Love’). Personally I would say they’re nothing more than a useful bonus.
The Point Fighter appears to be on crack, which is without a doubt a fairly effective street technique. While he has a point about readiness, he uses the words ‘Pavement Pugilist’ which will guarantee a beating!
Eddie, that site not only has some excellent reality advice, but also the priceless, soon to be overused expression “Your wheel’s spinning but your hamster’s dead” RAOFLMAO. ****ing hilarious! 
Personally, I know some people on the board think his stuff’s a bit obvious, but in line with KISS I still think Darren Laur is excellent.
Well, I guess it’s offical. I’ll sticky this thread as our article archive as well.
Mat, I agree with you on the “point sparring street-lethal” article. The fellow does offer a little comic relief though, no? Really, I think that sparring is a great exercise, but to effectivly teach self-defense skills, the student must be introduced to increasing levels of intensity. Point sparring is merely the first step on the long road to full-contact.
Here’s an article about the man who has single-handedly tranformed the way law-enforcement officers are trained in defensive tactics. He’s spearheaded the movement from brutal skull bashing police tactics, to more humane “restraint and control”; two values most people are sorely lacking. Although he’s championed the cause of socially responsible law enforcement, he’s sacrificed nothing in the way of effectiveness. Without further ado, I give you… Robert Koga!
An excellent set of articles by Marc MacYoung and his wife:
http://www.nononsenseselfdefense.com/streetfighting.html
Thanks for the link northernArts!
Excellent reads.
Gosh!! I’ve been criticized for saying those same things right here on some of these threads!!
I guess I haven’t written a book or made my own website yet! If I do that will I get to have some cred too!!
Don’t get upset! I’m kidding about the second part!! What is important is some people get the information into their thick skulls not who gets the credit. But it is noteworthy to mention that apparently it isn’t the truth of the matter that is important, but who says it!
Oh yeah, and it is a great article and needed to be said!
I just found more articles on Marc MacYoung’s website, and I must say there is a HUGE amount of info here. Check it out:
More interesting articles for our archives concerning the U.S. Marines combatives program:
http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=26437
Here is an awesome article giving details for protecting yourself from Homeless Criminals, by Loren Christensen. The article is honestly, in my opinion one of the most valuable in our archives.
Bill Shaw hype or the real deal
This is going to be a bit of a subject change but here goes nothing ! I have read at least well over 2,000 articles or more on martial arts training including ( quick fixes and the easy to take down your opponent in 10 seconds etc>>) This one guy a lot people praise and heckle is a gentle named Bill Shaw founder of the HanfooWa system. Supposedly a well trained master in many various styles of martial arts and in a lot of articles ( some so secret you never heard of em ) sounds like a load of bull too me ! This guy has has been rated and has written articles for inside Kungfu. Just wondering what your take is on quick fix video’s and the people who make them. and if you have any more information on Bill Shaw most appreciated thanks.
Have learned some things from DVDs and writings of Carl Cestari. Much of it is over the top for street defense (read: impractical, unless one is willing to go to prison for ‘defense’), but also some good principles, and gems embedded. Here’s a link to free ezine articles: http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Carl_Cestari
[QUOTE=Samurai Jack;706971]Here is an awesome article giving details for protecting yourself from Homeless Criminals, by Loren Christensen. The article is honestly, in my opinion one of the most valuable in our archives.
I really don’t like this article. Not all “street people” are predatory criminals (yes, some are). Many are mentally ill and either cannot or will not allow themself to get help.
Pittsburgh is actually quite a small city. I worked and went to school in downtown Pittsburgh for years. Many of the homeless people have been down there for years, have never harmed anyone, and are just trying to scrape by.
Havning worked in a cafe/bookstore in the downtown area I had plenty of trouble from homeless people too. Crazy people starting fights, theft, and other problems. That does not mean the majority are like that. There was one poor guy who was homeless, and who literally stunk. He was a very nice guy though. We gave him free coffee and food sometimes. One of the other employees gave him a christmas card with 10$ inside, and he didn’t want to accept it from “a kid”. Unfortunately we had to kick this guy out, not because of behavior, but because of the odor. Other customers began to complain. Then we had another homeless woman. She would always come in, purchase a coffeee, write notes on a peice of paper, then give them to us and tell us if someone came in looking for her to give them the note. She obviously had some problems, noone ever came in looking for her. These people do not deserve to be labeled “predators”. They have problems, maybe even desperation, but that does not make them violent criminals.
I just felt that article was a little too much.
bodhitree, you are right, of course. Most people in general are not violent criminals, no matter what walk of life they come from. I wish Christensen had been a little more specific about what kind of “street people” he was talking about, namely criminals who also happen to be homeless. Regarded in that light, the information does provide some insight into the unique sub-culture that exists among homeless criminals. Admitedly, coming from a former police officer, that insight is biased.