Gotham Jiu Jitsu

Violence can be sudden. Your first response must be decisive.

TIP: If grabbed from behind, drop your weight and drive your elbow back toward the solar plexus, then immediately drop to your Hip Check. Don't wait. Be prepared. 🏃‍♀️ #SexCrimes #CollegeSafety #BrazilianJiuJitsu #WomenSelfDefense #NYU

Stop fighting to get up if you’re taken to the ground. That’s a mistake. You need a fast, decisive escape.

Tip: Look for the nearest joint (shin/instep) and STOMP with your heel. It's a painful technique that requires zero complex training. 👠🦵 #SelfDefenseTips #PracticalDefense #WomenSelfDefense

What's the best defense move you can teach your daughter right now? It's awareness. Martial arts builds emotional regulation and the confidence to say NO.

Tip:If someone is following you, sharply change directions 3 times. If they match your movement, run toward a highly populated, secure location.

Anxiety is skyrocketing because the world feels out of control. Martial arts gives you control back.

It’s moving meditation that burns stress and builds confidence.

Isn't that better than endless scrolling?

44% of female rape victims were assaulted before age 18. Protecting the next generation means teaching them how to defend their space, not just avoid danger.

What safety talk are you having with your grandkids?

Tip: If physical force is used, attack the 3 soft targets: Eyes, Throat, Groin.

Travel and wellness are priorities. Knowing control techniques gives you peace of mind. Get strong mentally and physically. 💪

Tip: If pushed to the ground, chin to chest and immediately pull your knees to your chest and kick out violently to create distance and stand up.

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Violence doesn't respect age. Martial arts training sharpens mental focus, reduces stress, and improves balance for fall prevention. Train smarter.

Use your keys like a spiked fist, clutching them with a sharp end protruding for an immediate defense weapon. #PrivateTraining #Assault #BJJNearMe

Globally, we face the same threats. Self-defense training isn't just fighting; it's threat assessment.

TIP: Before entering a parking garage or stairwell, pause and perform a 360-degree scan of your surroundings. A prepared mind is the first line of defense. 📚 #WomenSelfDefense bit.ly/481NyIc

Don't freeze. Self-Defense Hack: If someone grabs your wrist, pull back hard like you’re pulling a ripcord toward your hip.

No strength required, just explosive movement. Train with friends after school. 🚀
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Ladies: Your efficiency is key. Forget complex moves.

Tip: If pinned, the eyes are your simplest, most effective target. Use two fingers or thumbs for instant, debilitating release. Protect the asset, protect the legacy.
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Solo Travelers: Executive decision time: 1 in 4 women faces severe violence. What simple, efficient action would you take if cornered? Martial arts gives you that decisive confidence.

Tip: Use keys, pens, or a water bottle as an extension of your fist when striking. bit.ly/3CHzrf2 #SelfDefense

The most powerful tool against a predator is your voice. Don't waste energy screaming "Help!"

Safety Tip: Yell "FIRE!" It triggers an immediate, survival-based reaction from bystanders. Practice it now. #WomensSelfDefense #MartialArts #Community #Assaults #Violence bit.ly/3CHzrf2

Fact: Falls are the #1 injury death threat for 65+ (CDC). Defy the stereotype! Training balance is non-negotiable for longevity. What activity makes you feel most independent?

Safety Tip: The Eye Strike (Use two fingers to target the eyes if trapped). #slip&fall #boomers #fallprevention #ageism

Serial killer rumors? They exploit fear. Smart women mitigate risk proactively.

Your easiest, devastating defense: the elbow strike. Short, sharp, and effortless. Don't wait for permission to protect your career and your life. #WomenSelfDefense #SelfDefense #RiskManagement bit.ly/481NyIc

College Students:You see the conflict unfolding on campus. Safety isn't just about political activism;it's physical preparedness.

Tip:The "Headbutt Back"—if you are trapped in a tight hug or rear grab, immediately drive your head straight back into the attacker's face. It's an instant disorienter🚨

That travel video is triggering, but fear isn't a defense strategy. 80\% of survivors are victimized before 25. Time for campus safety training.

Tip: If someone grabs your wrist, drop your weight like a stone (squat) while pulling back.
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Is your fitness routine building mental resilience? Self-defense does.

Tip: Your elbow is harder than their skull. Use it against their face if you're grabbed from behind. 🧠💪 #Millennial #PrivateTraining #SelfDefense #BrazilianJiuJitsu
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End the night with action, not fear. We must be loud advocates against violence.

Tip: Carry pepper spray or an alarm attached to a carabiner on your jacket zipper for easy, fast access—not buried in a purse.

What are you doing to increase awareness in your network? #SafetyDevices bit.ly/481NyIc

Solo Travelers:That tragic Florida story is a reminder to trust your gut when traveling solo.

Physical Tip:Learn to deliver a strong, effortless kick to the shin or kneecap. It temporarily disables the leg. #TravelTips #SoloFemaleTravel #FallPrevention #Resilience #NoGi bit.ly/3Z1cScO #MartialArts

The unsettling truth of global sex crimes requires us to be loud.

Tip: If you need immediate help, yell "FIRE!" not "HELP!" People respond faster to the word 'fire' due to deep human programming. 🗣️🔥 #GlobalWomen #SelfDefense #SafetyTip

What's the best defense tip you learned in college?

Confidence is an age-proof defense. Training with a community keeps your mind sharp & body capable. Isolation is vulnerability. Find your community and empower each other.

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Proactive defense is key. Simple, high-pain strikes buy time. Don't pull your leg back.

Target Knees: Kick or stomp the shin/knee for maximum, immediate effect. Zero strength required. 🦵
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The elite shield is real. Your college student needs more than a phone—they need agency.

Tip: The Key Claw. Hold your keys like a claw between your fingers when walking alone. 🛡️ #CollegeSafety #GenXParents #KnowYourRights bit.ly/481NyI #MartialArtsForWomen

Why bring anxiety home when you can leave it on the mat? Our flexible training fits your life—in-home or corporate gym.

Tip: Keep your chin tucked when falling backwards to protect your head from impact.
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We need to normalize training for a reality where powerful people minimize abuse.

Mental benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: less stress, more focus, total confidence. Skip the spin class; learn a knee-to-groin. #PrivateTraining #BrazilianJiuJitsu #BillionairesRow

The cabbie's story is a call for accountability. Empowerment is action. Martial arts boosts focus and reduces stress. ⚖️

Innovative Tip: The "Weight Drop"—If grabbed, instantly drop your body weight like a stone by softening your knees and hinging your hips. Makes you exponentially harder to lift.

For college women, the threat isn't always strangers.Stalking is often a known person.Training with your sorority/entourage builds mutual vigilance.

TIP:Agree on a code word with your friends or family that immediately signals you need help without alerting a threat. 👯‍♀️📞 bit.ly/481NyIc #SelfDefense

Switching from boardroom to combat sports? Women’s Self Defense is fast & practical for street clothes.

Tip: Use the "Eye Swipe" (a quick, aggressive swipe across the eyes) as a universal panic button. It focuses on body mechanics and speed, not gripping. 🥋🚫
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Being stalked feels like 'psychological terrorism.'

Tip: If grabbed, use the Keys/Pen Spike: stick a key/pen out from your fist and rake hard across the attacker’s throat or eyes.

Protect your peace. 👯‍♀️#EvaLaRue #WomenSelfDefense #NYCSafety #PrivateTraining #BrazilianJiuJitsu

Sledgehammer attacks are extreme, but the lesson is simple: Be prepared for anything. Your backpack is more than books.

Simple Tip: Quickly spin and use your backpack or heavy bag as a shield to absorb the first impact (Backpack Shield).
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