| | |  | LAN Networking | Home » » » Attack Proof - 2nd Edition | | | | | | | Description: | | Real violence is not like anything you see in the movies or the ring. Ask any street cop or soldier: Real violence is total chaos and cannot be defended against with either patterned technique training or sport fighting. Attack Proof presents a proven personal protection system, called guided chaos, for anticipating and fending off even the most brutal assaults. It's based on the real-world experiences and forensic homicide research of a former New York cop and instructor for members of the FBI, U.S. Marines and air marshals, and security personnel for dignitaries. Attack Proof trains you to become a martial realist by preparing you for the unexpected. Rather than robotic techniques or rules-based sport fighting, Attack Proof teaches you how to adapt, improvise, and survive, creating your defense spontaneously as you need it. With protection strategies for larger assailants, car and airline hijackings, workplace violence, multiple attackers, fighting on the ground and in stairwells, and attacks and defenses using guns, knives, sticks, and canes, Attack Proof is the next best thing to having your own personal bodyguard. Featuring the same tactics used by select police, military, and security professionals to defend themselves, Attack Proof is the trusted guide to personal protection when real violence occurs.
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• SHK01547
| | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| John Perkins | | Paperback:
| 296 pages | | Publisher:
| Human Kinetics | | Publication Date:
| May 13, 2009 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 0736078762 | | Product Length:
| 10.9 inches | | Product Width:
| 8.4 inches | | Product Height:
| 0.9 inches | | Product Weight:
| 1.8 pounds | | Package Length:
| 10.9 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.5 inches | | Package Height:
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36 of 38 found the following review helpful:
 FinallyMay 30, 2009
By Dale L. Sims
"D. Sims"
Throughout my martial arts experience since my early days in the Army in the mid-80's, I have kept my eyes open for the "one" book that had all of the info I needed in one compact package. I've owned tons of books (and DVDs) on arts I either studied--Shotokan, TKD, Tang Soo Do, Muy Thai, Silat--or were interested in--Jeet Kune Do, Kenpo, Tai Chi, multiple Kung Fu styles.
But I always wanted to find what I called the "Master Text." Even more than the first edition, the recently released version ended that search.
This book has everything--realistic self-defense advice, effective techniques, real-world philosophy, and, most important to me, invaluable drills that give you the ability to do the kinds of things you got into the martial arts for in the first place.
To put it bluntly, this magnificent volume makes all other martial arts/self defense books incomplete and superficial.
24 of 25 found the following review helpful:
An exceptional update of a classic! A "go-to" reference for practitioners and professionals!May 27, 2009
By SGTd
John Perkins and his crew have out done themselves in this update of an already exceptional work of genius!
As a practitioner and instructor of martial arts and self defense for over 25 years as well as a two-service veteran, I have found Mr. Perkins' and his co-authors' instruction to be clear, concise and on target to those who go in harm's way and for those who never leave a training environment. I have given and donated many copies of his previous work to my students, fellow instructors in several different disciplines as well as military and law enforcement personnel over the years with consistently stellar feedback and gratitude from all over the world. If you are a seasoned practitioner that wants to examine the foundations of your art, a professional that is out on the "pointy end" or a rank beginner that wants to examine some options for when "things go horribly wrong" this is the reference to get. Thanks for actually improving a classic!
20 of 21 found the following review helpful:
The Benchmark of the Practical Reality of Serious Self DefenseMay 28, 2009
By Robert M. Alexander
The second edition is even better than the first Attackproof book. I have been studying Martial Arts for most of my life. My grandfather always stressed dealing with the dynamic reality in self defense and using practical methods. He would have been as excited as I am, with this exceptional book. Encyclopedic in scope, the information that is presented, has been forged through experience. If you are looking to learn self defense, self preservation, for your daily life, without the rules and regulations of sport, then this is the most comprehensive book available. This book is the new benchmark against which all other books on self defense will be measured for some time. If you truly want to embrace Guided Chaos, to develop your awareness and sharpen your self defense skills, then see if you can join a class. It will serve as a path of personal development. [...]
12 of 12 found the following review helpful:
Self-Defense "Textbook" for All Skill LevelsSep 19, 2009
By Brian Crowley
I had 15+ years of experience in various martial arts when I read the first edition of "Attack Proof". I immediately knew it was going to be a classic because of its unique and practical approach. Even nine years later, there is really nothing comparable on the market - and the second edition is even better than the first with more material and better explanations.
What I think is unique about the "Attack Proof" system is that it approaches self-defense from two different, but complementary, angles:
1) The `simple' techniques of close combat which are designed to be learned and applied relatively quickly. I say `simple' not because they can be mastered immediately (they can't) but because with fairly minimal training they provide some usable self-defense skills. This also includes a lot of practical information about avoiding trouble to begin with.
2) Guided Chaos drills. These are not necessarily difficult to perform - in fact they focus on very basic principals - but with diligent practice they quickly increase martial effectiveness. Yes - there are limits to what you can learn from a book. However, I personally know people who have achieved outstanding results by practicing what is taught in the book & supplementing with occasional visits to qualified instructors. The attackproof website has other resources for those who don't live near instructors.
The authors keep their focus on the realities and dynamics of self-defense. In this edition they cover new topics like fighting on stairs, airplanes and other special circumstances. This focus on the dynamics of violence separates them from many well intentioned instructors who would rather learn ten new wrist locks than consider something as "outside the dojo" as fighting on a stairway. The "Attack Proof" authors have not only thought of such things - they have experienced them.
15 of 16 found the following review helpful:
Superb book, but hands on is the key.May 28, 2009
By Michael J Coplon
The only complaint I have about the second edition of Attack Proof is that it is a book. In order to get the maximum benefit in the shortest time, most people also will need hands on guidance from a qualified Guided Chaos (Attack Proof) instructor. If that is not possible then the book and DVDs can still get you going in the right direction. Remember, though, when the book says to avoid using forceful strength, it really means exactly that.
The vast majority of experienced martial artists do not realize how forceful and rigid they are. They also do not understand how vulnerable this can make them in a self-defense situation. I wasn't aware that I had this problem, when I took my first class with John Perkins. At the time I had studied Tai Chi Chuan for several years. Tai Chi done properly should cultivate the same sort of sensitive movement used in Guided Chaos. However, the current rise of sport competition has prevented most martially oriented Tai Chi Chuan enthusiasts finding the correct way. Training with a skilled practitioner of Guided Chaos can remedy the situation. The limitations of using excess strength will be driven home instantly when, when your training partner is highly skilled at striking the eyes, throat and other vulnerable targets.
The second edition of Attack Proof has all the information you need to greatly increase you chances of surviving a life threatening assault. If your location makes getting to classes prohibitive, then the book alone can be enough. What you need to do is find some relaxed partners, preferably ones with no previous martial arts training, for the contact flow. This will typically mean women and children. It is also a good idea to flow with martial artists, but if they are stiff, and nearly all of them will be, do your best not to emulate them, even if it means "losing". As you train, keep telling yourself that no one has ever yet reached the ultimate level of relaxation, sensitivity and spontaneous, combative movement. Soon you will be "beating" your martial artist training partners very easily. Even then you would be wise to remind yourself that you can continuously raise your level of skill. The key is to quiet you mind, pay attention to what is happening, and just keep letting go.
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