WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

The techniques in this book are proven easy to learn self defense techniques designed to keep a person safe in almost all situations.

Includes:

•Attire and Equipment for

Training

•Types of Defensive Tactics

Schools

•Getting into Physical

Condition

•Defensive moves and counters

•Punching and kicking

techniques

•Take Downs

•Escapes and Counters from

Side, Front, and Rear Attacks

As the Commanding Officer and Chairperson of the Physical Education Unit of the New York City Police Department, Dr. Gotay coordinated and developed self defense training for the Department. He has provided similar training to many law enforcement agencies throughout the United States. Gotay’s self defense techniques have been featured in martial arts magazines, defensive tactics publications, and television. He is a certified boxing coach, judo black belt, karate black belt, and he regularly sponsors competitions for amateur athletes to showcase their self defense skills. Dr. Gotay is an Assistant Professor of Health and Physical Education in the City University of New York’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice.