Taking It to the Streets: Combat Essentials for Real-World Self-Defense Paperback – January 31, 2019

One of the best books on Real self defense. Nothing is left out, from stand up fighting to grappling for the street, weapons use and defense. In addition one of the most important elements in dealing with a street encounter physical conditioning. If you are serious about learning how to defend yourself with practical techniques and a no nonsense approach get this book.

Jim Arvanitis, my long-time friend and fellow practitioner of martial arts has done it again! Jims' direct and unique approach makes this book excellent for the study of practical self defense for the average person. Well written with excellent visual descriptive content. It is a must read for all those that want an insight into real world self defense.

Jim Arvanitis' best work yet! My martial arts library contains all of his books and videos, and cover to cover, Taking it to the Streets stresses the reality of combat in a world where bad people often try to cause physical harm to the good ones. This book is practical street survival for avoiding confrontations, mitigating threats, and countering with brutal efficiency when necessary. For decades, Arvanitis has made simplicity a hallmark of his training and teachings and this book looks at applying those principals, be it in a street brawl, a back alley, or anywhere self defense may save a life in a high risk conflict. From threat assessment to application of combat fundamentals, offensive/defensive techniques to disarming weapons, and so much more, there is no more qualified authority on "the reality of combat"!

Simply no need to get this if you already have Battlefield Pankration, which itself isn't very good. Go join a real MMA gym, these moves will get you killed.