From the Desk of
Jeffrey M. Miller
September 28th, 2006

This issue's feature articles are...

• 4 Reasons Why Kicking an Attacker in the Groin is a Bad Idea During a Self-Defense Situation
  
  
• New Affiliate Program!
  
  
• Fall Ninja Camp - Early Registration Deadline is almost here!

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4 Reasons Why Kicking an Attacker in the Groin is a Bad Idea During a Self-Defense Situation

It goes without question that, within the realms of martial arts and self-defense, there are literally hundreds of things that you can do to debilitate an attacker. From the various methods of striking different body targets with punches and kicks, to throwing, locking, pressure point attacks, and joint-manipulation techniques, each is effective in its own right.

But, when you ask the average person what they think is the most effective thing to do in a self-defense situation, the almost overwhelming answer is, "a kick to the groin." In fact, in response to just about any "what-if" scenario involving being attacked, the majority of women default to this answer.

Here's a short list of reasons why the groin is not the "perfect" target, nor is it the end-all-to-beat-all martial arts or self-defense technique:

1) Small Target - No pun is intended here. What I mean is that, when compared to other targets of the body, the groin is a relatively small target. Unless you are directly in front of a person with there legs open and feet at-least shoulder-width apart, hitting this target gets more and more difficult with every variable. And, "almost" getting your target, especially this one, is a sure way to make your attacker more angry and dangerous!

A much better target would be the inside of the legs. The femoral nerve runs the length of the leg and, coupled with the weaker bone-structures of the knees and ankles, making the inside of the thighs, knees, and calves really great targets. Here, you're attacking a target that's much larger and therefor requiring less precision on your part - something that will be very difficult under pressure - and you get the secondary benefit of making it practically impossible for him to chase after you.

2) Your Attacker's Childhood Training - Every time I conduct a rape prevention seminar and this topic comes up, I ask one of the men present, "how old were you when you realized that this was not a good place to get hit?" Invariably, the response is somewhere between two and six years old. Now, we men know this. That's probably why men don't think of kicking an attacker in the groin first...or at all.

However, ignorance of this fact cause women to believe that it will be a surprise when they attack this target. When the truth is that, unless you set your assailant up to be "surprised", chances are he'll be looking for this. But, even if you are able to get in a good strike, you have to be concerned with...

3) Automatic Defensive Response - This is connected with your autonomic nervous system and causes a natural body response to protect and cover a target that is being attacked. Again, ask any guy to duplicate his reaction to a shot to the groin. Chances are that you won't see the typical comedy response from the movies. Instead, what you'll see is him bending over forward as his body instinctively pulls the groin away from danger and simultaneously drops the torso to cover it.

What does this mean in a self-defense situation? After all, don't you want him folded in half with his face at knee level?

Of course. But...

...you don't want your face in the path of his head when it flies forward!

Can you imagine what it would feel like being smashed in the face with an incidental head butt that you caused?!

4) Positioning - While this is related to the first area of discussion, what I mean here is that, the groin may be nowhere to be found. Again, in my programs designed especially for women, I cover the most common street attack in rape scenarios. This is where the woman is grabbed from behind and literally pulled off her feet behind her into an alleyway or waiting vehicle. In this scenario, it will be difficult enough to stand, let alone kick something behind you that's moving. Add to this scenarios involving lying down or while seated and the problem starts to become more clear.

Remember, your assailant has been wary of being hit in this area since early childhood. He knows that his victim, especially if it's a woman, will probably go for this target. So, he is very likely to position himself in a way that removes the groin as a target altogether.

While the groin is a viable target, and a good way to damage any attacker, it should not be seen as the best or "only" target to go after in a dangerous situation. Learning just this one technique for protecting yourself is akin to relying solely on a gun for defense and then being attacked when you're not armed.

Of course, you are free to do whatever you want. That's the great thing about being "all-grown-up." You are free to choose. Remember though, if you make the wrong decision in a self-defense situation, it could be the last choice you ever make.

Don't forget...

As a subscriber and member of my programs, you receive access to the WCI Forums! Membership is absolutely free, as is all of the great information that's shared by others just like you, who want to make their world as safe as possible.

This is the place where like-minded members can freely discuss the tactics, techniques, and strategies for being truly safe in the world. HINT: There's currently a discussion about improvised weapons going on right now on the Forums!

Whether you're interested in martial arts, warrior training, Traditional Japanese Ninjutsu (the "art of the Ninja"), or non-martial arts self-defense training, the WCI Forums are a great place to get free ideas, hints and tips from other teachers and students, just like you.

If you're not already a subscriber to the Forums, here's the link:

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But...

You MUST hurry if you're going to join. I'm working on the development of a unique program that will be reserved for only the most serious among you. When it's ready, one of the benefits of the program will be access to the forums. We will change all of the passwords and lock out everyone who isn't ALREADY a member.

So, take action. Be a part of one of the best resources around for getting this powerful information as-well-as networking with other serious students and explorers.

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Fall Ninja Training Camp 2006!

Tick...tick...tick...

If you haven't registered for Fall Ninja Camp 2006 yet...

...you are about to increase your cost by at least $75 dollars per person!

Now, don't get me wrong. Camp is certainly worth the extra money, as is my time for teaching all the great topics. Just ask anyone who has ever been there!

BUT...

Why would you want to pay almost $100 bucks more when I've offered a lower rate? And all you had to do was to register by a certain date?

"I don't know, either."

Just in case you forgot what you get when you come to a WCI Ninja Training Camp...

Here's a list of just some of the topics that I'll be teaching:

• Stealth Training (more than we've ever done to allow everyone plenty of practice for Saturday Night's Ninja Night Training!)...
• Sword Training
• Blade Throwing
• Blow Gun (a camp first!), and...
• Others that I can't list publically due to the sensitive nature of the training!

And...

...this is BEFORE the breakout instructors unleash their knowledge and lessons for you!

Don't forget that with this camp, your tuition covers a lot more than any other training event you could be attending.

Seriously. How much would you have to pay for 18 hours of intense training - and with several teachers, not just one?

Now...

Add...

• Lodging for two nights

• Five meals

• Networking opportunities with others (many from your part of the world that you can continue training with after the event is over)

• A commemorative camp T-shirt and training certificate

• One-on-one Time with me and other high-ranking teachers and students in the art of Ninjutsu.

• And so much more!

Camp is valued at over $1,197 but packages start at just $250 for everything listed.

Deluxe packages are available with EVEN MORE extras - things like training uniforms, tabi, training gear, private time with me during the camp...

...there's literally too much to list here. You've got to check out the new web page that lists everything. Here's that link again: http://www.warrior-concepts-online.com/fall-ninja-camp-2006.html

You've got to hurry though. We are capping this year's camp attendance at 100, including staff. So...

Get on the list of attendees and make it happen.

And, finally...

...here's the deal ONE LAST TIME...

Register and pay for camp BEFORE October 1st and save $75 or more on the package of your choice! To learn more about camp and how you can be a part of Ninja History, check out the page with all the information...

http://www.warrior-concepts-online.com/fall-ninja-camp-2006.html

So, unless you really want to pay the extra for camp...

Do It Now - before you forget again!

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Until next time. Wishing you Peace, Happiness, and Safety...


Shidoshi Jeffrey M. Miller
Founder & Director
Warrior Concepts International
Self-Protection & Personal Development
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Sunbury, Pa. 17801
USA

(570) 988-2228

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