ABSTRACT

The quick defense (QD) system is a nonweapon personal self-defense curriculum for the citizen who has little to no experience in martial arts or self-defense. The QD program was designed with the philosophy that anyone can learn black belt self-defense. An example of a technique taught in the QD curriculum is front kick. By varying the mechanics of the kick to its simplest form, the QD student can deliver, with little practice, all stunning power of the front kick to an area of the attacker’s body that is very vulnerable. The students begin with learning defensive hands and base balance posture to show in their body language that they are prepared. The use of shocking language is a way to increase freeze response in a victim. The role of the padded attacker is integral to making the curriculum come together for the participant. At this point, the student has learned some simple, yet powerful techniques and rehearsed verbal de-escalation skills.