Krav Maga Inside Defence
Quick Information
Category
Combat Sports
Difficulty
Intermediate
Equipment
None, Partner, Focus Mitts
Primary muscle group
Deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Obliques
Secondary muscle groups
Gluteals, Quadriceps, Erector Spinae
Movement pattern
Inward Deflection and Counter
Training goal
Skill Acquisition
Sport
Krav Maga, Self-Defence, Tactical, MMA
Overview
Purpose. Deflect a straight punch with minimal movement while delivering a simultaneous counter down the centre.
How it fits the system. The straight-line defence of the krav maga material in the Combat Sports section. Related work in the library: Krav Maga 360 Defence and Boxing Parry.
Primary muscles
Deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Obliques
Secondary muscles
Gluteals, Quadriceps, Erector Spinae
Movement pattern
Inward Deflection and Counter
Equipment
None, Partner, Focus Mitts
Difficulty
Intermediate
How to Perform
- From a neutral or fighting position with the hands at chin height, watch the attacker’s centre.
- Deflect the incoming punch with the palm of the near hand, moving it just off the centre line.
- Shift the head slightly off line at the same moment rather than relying on the hand alone.
- Counter down the centre with the other hand simultaneously and continue.
Coaching Cues
- “Small hand movement, small head movement, big counter.”
- “Deflect, do not push.”
- “Both things happen at once.”
Common Mistakes
- Reaching out to meet the punch, which opens the guard and slows the counter.
- Relying only on the hand and leaving the head on the centre line.
Progressions & Regressions
Progressions
Defend a jab, then a jab and cross, then under partner pressure with protective gear.
Regressions
Partner extends a single slow punch while the athlete deflects only.
When to Use It
When to use
Self-defence technique blocks and stress-inoculation drills.
When not to use
Any joint injury that prevents controlled striking, and always with a competent partner and protective equipment.
Programming
3–5 sets of 10–20 repetitions per side, then 2–3 rounds under pressure with a partner.
Popular
Popular Articles
