Mastering the "Attack-Then-Push" and "Push-Then-Attack" Strategies: Street Defense Insights

 

Mastering the "Attack-Then-Push" and "Push-Then-Attack" Strategies: Street Defense Insights

In street altercations, certain patterns of attack are universal, and understanding them can be the difference between safety and danger. One such sequence, often mislabeled as the "push-then-strike" strategy, actually involves "attack-then-push" or "push-then-attack" dynamics, often broken into individual strings and connected into a chaotic whole. These actions can include flurries of punches, clinches, tackles, takedown attempts, weapons attacks, multiple opponent strategies, and even chokes. At THE ATACX GYM, I, Mwalimu Mtaalam Ras Fletcher, teach practitioners to recognize, counter, and neutralize these combinations with the strategic depth of TIER 1 STRATEGIES and the 7 components thereof.

The "attack-then-push" sequence typically begins with a flurry of punches, a clinch, or a takedown attempt. The push that follows serves to destabilize, create space, or prepare for another attack. For example, an aggressor might rush forward with wild punches, then shove you into a wall to continue striking or attempt a tackle. Conversely, the "push-then-attack" sequence begins with an aggressive shove designed to unbalance and intimidate, followed immediately by a flurry of punches, a clinch, or even a weapon attack.

Consider two examples of these combinations:

1. Push-Then-Attack Combination: An aggressor pushes you with both hands to the chest, creating space, and immediately follows up with a low tackle to take you to the ground.
2. Attack-Then-Push Combination: A series of wild punches forces you to retreat, after which the attacker shoves you off balance into a chokehold or against a barrier to deliver further strikes.

At THE ATACX GYM, we break these scenarios into individual components—addressing the push, the attack, and the transitions between them—and teach practitioners how to counter them effectively. For example, against a properly skilled push, we train in redirection techniques that exploit the opponent’s momentum. We also emphasize wristlock counters for grabs or pushes, and develop the ability to neutralize flurries, clinches, tackles, and headlocks through superior timing and skilled counteroffensives.

Our training doesn't stop there. Using TIER 1 STRATEGIES, we teach practitioners how to apply flurries, clinches, tackles, and chokes in a skilled and deliberate manner, turning the tables on aggressors. Every attack becomes an opportunity for counteraction, ensuring that you’re not only reacting but actively controlling the fight.

This comprehensive system reflects the disciplined essence of Njia Uhuru Kipura. It prepares you to defend against not only the chaotic flurries of single attackers but also the layered strategies of multiple assailants or weapons-based attacks. Every movement, from the push to the punch, is an opening for skilled counters rooted in precision, rhythm, and adaptability.

You don’t have to guess or hope for the best in a confrontation. Train with us to master the tools, strategies, and mindset that ensure your success.

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While specific academic publications detailing the "attack-then-push" or "push-then-attack" strategies in street altercations are limited, the following resources provide relevant insights into self-defense techniques and responses to such scenarios:

1. "Complete Krav Maga: The Ultimate Guide to Over 250 Self-Defense and Combative Techniques"
   Authors: Darren Levine, J.D., and John Whitman, M.A.
   Publication Date: 2007
   Length: 424 pages
   Description: This comprehensive guide covers various self-defense scenarios, including responses to common street attacks that may involve pushing and subsequent strikes.

2. "Krav Maga: An Essential Guide to the Renowned Method—for Fitness and Self-Defense"
   Author: David Kahn, B.A.
   Publication Date: 2004
   Length: 192 pages
   Description: Kahn's book provides practical techniques for real-world self-defense situations, emphasizing instinctive responses to aggressive actions such as pushes followed by attacks.

These resources offer valuable information on self-defense strategies pertinent to handling aggressive encounters involving pushes and subsequent attacks.

Here are two authorities in the field of Capoeira and self-defense:

1. Mariano Silva
   Mariano Silva is an instructor for the Exercise and Sports Studies program at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he teaches Capoeira, a Brazilian martial art that emerged among African slaves in the 16th century. citeturn0search0

2. Dr. Gilman Whiting
   Dr. Gilman Whiting, Ph.D., is an associate professor of African American and Diaspora Studies at Vanderbilt University, where he teaches courses on Capoeira and its cultural significance. citeturn0search1