Unfortunately gun violence has been become much of a recurring theme in the news lately, so it makes sense to at least have self defence techniques at your disposal in the event you find yourself or a loved one in a situation involving a firearm threatening your livelihood.

In this instructional video brought to you by Howcast.com, Master Krav Maga instructor Rhon Mizrachi draws on his 40 years of martial arts experience and shares his techniques on how to defend yourself against an attacker holding a pistol at the height of your head in close quarters.

Throughout the demonstration Master Rhon reveals the two moves to expect in any scenario involving a firearm being pointed at you in this position, how to get yourself out of the line of the fire safely, striking techniques and finally how to disarm the weapon and turn the tables on your would-be attacker

About Rhon Mizrachi

Master Instructor Rhon Mizrachi has dedicated his life to the art of Krav Maga. He has been training in and/or teaching for over 40 years, beginning at age 7, under Krav Maga founder Imi Lichtenfeld and Haim Zut. Rhon is a “Full Instructor” of Krav Maga, certified by the Wingate Institute in Israel. Over the course of his Martial Art’s career Rhon has instructed thousands of students, including civilians, members of law enforcement and military groups.

In 2005 Rhon was awarded the title of Master Instructor, thereby ensuring his legitimate right to protect and uphold the future of the authetic art of Krav Maga. He is a Guardian of Imi’s Krav Maga. On November 23rd 2014 Rhon was recognized as the Grandmaster of the Krav Maga Federation during a ceremony held at his school, and holds the rank of such.

Source: Krav Maga NYC