Defensive Tactics: Modern Arrest and Control Techniques for Today's Police Warrior: Modern Arrest & Control Techniques for Today's Police Warrior - Softcover

Loren W. Christensen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1880336995 ISBN 13: 9781880336991

Publisher: Turtle Press, 2008

Synopsis

Offers information on: joint manipulation that works; leverage control versus pain control; hitting with the hands, feet, forearms and elbows; safely crossing the gap; blocking an assailant's strikes; head disorientation; application of sleeper holds; arresting big guys; fighting concepts to take on patrol; and, weapon retention in close quarters.

About this title

Synopsis

Whether you are a law enforcement officer wanting to improve your edge or a martial artist wanting to expand your knowledge edge of street proven techniques, you will find this book is filled with invaluable information including: Joint manipulation that works; leverage control versus pain control; hitting with the hands, feet, forearms and elbows; safely and quickly crossing the gap; blocking an assailant's strikes; using vulnerable points to gain compliance; head disorientation; safe application of sleeper holds; controlling a suspect on the ground; arresting big guys; fighting concepts to take on patrol; and, weapon retention in close quarters and on the ground.This title is written by a retired cop and high-ranking martial artist who survived all that the mean streets threw at him while working patrol, gang enforcement and dignitary protection. This book goes beyond what is taught in the academy, officer's in-service training, and what is allowed by the administration. It includes a chapter on proven ways to control a suspect on the ground written by LAPD officer Mark Mireles, an MMA coach, police academy trainer, and wrestling champ.

About the Author

Loren W. Christensen has been involved with martial arts since 1965. He has earned an 8th dan in American Free Style Karate, 2nd dan in Jujitsu, and 1st dan in Modern Arnis. Loren has authored over 50 books (a couple non-fiction), and has written popular articles for numerous martial arts magazines during the past 30 years. Loren was inducted into the 2001 Masters Hall of Fame for a Golden Lifetime Achievement Award. He is a retired Army MP and Portland Police Officer. Loren Christensen resides in Portland Oregon.

Edition details

• Publisher: Turtle Press
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1880336995
• ISBN 13: 9781880336991
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 384