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Karambit (Curved Blade)
What is a Karambit (curved blade) and what’s the difference between a fixed or folding straight edge and a fixed or folding curved edge? What are the tactical advantages and disadvantages of straight blades versus curved blades? How is a curved blade used in self-defense? A Karambit (curved blade), is an impressive utility/ personal security tool, and a remarkable combination of ancient marvel and modern technology. The history of the curved blade spans from the dawn of time to external blade mount on the modern battle harness. In this one-of-a-kind course you will be introduced to the essentials of personal security using this exceptional tool. Scope of study includes: Orientation, lecture on history of the Karambit and its modern application, various blade types, lengths, geometry, styles, handles, steel, what is the best grip size for YOUR hand, personal access, carry, deployment and rapid deployment, how to master the three standard grips and manipulation of the Karambit or curved blade, how to effectively employ both the cutting edge and point, safety ring and operation in effective techniques to ensure your personal safety in a close quarters altercation against an overpowering assailant, wielding a contact weapon (such as a knife, screwdriver, baseball bat, tire iron, etc.,), or a firearm and defending against single or multiple attackers. Additionally, the course provides solutions to the toughest personal defense scenarios you may encounter at work, in your home and especially when you’re out in public.
No prior training or experience needed! For your personal safety no open-toe shoes allowed. Participants should bring a non-sharpened curved-blade training replica to use in training. If not, one will be loaned to you for the training. Start and end times for each day are 09:00 – 16:00 with a one-hour lunch break.