Black Belt Krav Maga: Elite Techniques of the World's Most Powerful Combat System

Krav Maga is a reality based fighting system developed for the Israeli Military and has been adapted for use by civilians and Law Enforcement. I'd been waiting a long time for this book, after reading the prior books 'Krav Maga for Beginners' and 'Complete Krav Maga'. While there are some portions of this book referenced that can be applied to the lower KM levels, the actual black belt techniques shown are VERY high risk and without proper training, can cause serious injury. The book assumes you've already studied KM so this is NOT in any way a KM beginner's book and not all black belt techniques are shown. I've only studied KM (not a BB either) so I have no other system to compare these techniques to.The Training Methodology section as described is exactly what I've gone through as a student. This section brought up all kinds of memories as I've been through just about every one of those drills as stated or in a variation. As a student of KM for several years, I can say the drills REALLY work and your body learns to respond to the threat. You don't think it. Your body just knows.Use of Force - This section breaks it down to what constitutes self-defense, legal implications and 'Golden Rules of Self Defense'. While the basic rule in KM is there are no rules, one still has to defend themselves with a reasonable amount of force based on the threat. What's presented here one really needs think about before an attack ever happens at all. You have to check with the laws in your state to make sure you know the consequences of using KM as self-defense.The rest of the book is broken down into the following sections - Handguns, Carjacking, Handguns vs. Third Parties, Edged Weapons, Blunt Objects vs. Edged Weapons, Blunt Objects vs. Blunt Objects (i.e. sticks, bats), Edged Weapon vs. Edged Weapon and Hand Grenades. You're presented with scenarios and given the Threat (or Attack), Danger and Solution along with photos. The photos really help one get a better handle on what's being described in each scenario and are broken down into manageable steps. The format here is similar to what's in the prior KM books. Unfortunately, in today's world, the scenarios presented are very real.I'd seen a few of these techniques before but the amount of detail shown in the book is more than I expected. The Use of Common Objects as Distractions and Shields (pages 110, 128, 144) I do have to say aren't just for lack belt level as I've been shown a few of these in my lower level classes before. In weapons defenses, training weapons are always treated as the real thing. You fight the way you train. I've done some of the the techniques here and I've seen them work.Unless you've studied KM before, you'll find references to techniques not explained in the book, as these are lower level techniques. The book does assume you've studied KM already. Examples are Gun Threat with Active Pushing (Hands Down Variation). The 2nd part of the first sentence 'and perform a sweeping motion (similar to an Outside Defense)..' is a Level 3 technique. In Gun Threat at Shoulder with Wrist Grab 'Your left hand will naturally make a wrist release.' is a Level 1 technique.About the only section of this book that just looked weird to me were the defenses against hand grenades. Now I'm not saying a situation like this would never come up. As the average person, I don't know that I'd encounter scenarios like this unless I was possibly in Law Enforcement or the Military.I've had the pleasure of training with both authors and what they do teach is the real deal. It was worth the wait for this book and for you fellow KM students, you're not gonna be disappointed. I know some may say the pictures aren't big enough. Well, this book is a reference and NOT meant to be your sole training guide.

I really in joy doing self defense well martial arts in general expecially Krav Maga i can't what to get back in to it i had to step a way from it ya know money problems but trying to get back in to i hope i have the first book and i wanted to get black belt version as well just for visual purposes i mean you can't just look at a book and understand how to do it you have to go take classes but both books are good for reference materials again to understand it a lot better take classes.

The other reviewers cover almost all of it. I've been studying Krav Maga for about two years and have not reach black belt level just yet. But, its good to see whats next so, everyone can get a good idea what the program is going to be like from start to finish. I think its a good book, very well writing like the others two. Its does have a few type-o's but, nothing major. The part that discusses laws and when to use force and how much force to use will probably be the only reason this book will get bad reviews. But, the fact is, that most people have a problem with the laws about using force not the book itself. This book is just telling you that even though you may one day have to use force and fight for your life, does not mean that you won't end up in jail for saving your own life. Sucks but the book does not make the laws, they are just the messagers and please keep in mind that every state is very different. Somethings are allowed and no problem in one state can carry up to a year or more in prison in others. That basically what that whole section is saying, just know your laws and be carefully!!! Buy the book if you don't own the other two, get them first. This will make alot more sense after you have read the other ones. Hope this helps...

I'm a krav maga instructor (in KMG). I think it is a useful manual, showing details of some techniques. It is not possible to learn from it only, but it is useful for reviews, recaps, etc. For all who want to learn krav maga on their own, I'd rather recommend online tutorials, DVDs, etc.

This contains the more black belt specific techniques. Variations that are more complex. It’s a great book to add to your library but simplicity is key on any self defense situation. So sticking to the beginners basics as well as intermediate techniques will give you more confidence than the more flashy professional techniques. I’ve been practicing self defense as well as other martial arts for about 5 years. I recommend this book for anyone who has already mastered the basics!....

The first reviewer of this book gave such a complete review of the material that there is not much more to comment on this text. I do suggest that you read and study the first two books by Darren Levine before reading this text. Many years ago, when I was the defensive tactics officer for my agency, I was sent to the Illinois State Police adacemy for an intense six day, 8 full hours a day Krav Maga course which was given by Darren Levine, Imi Lichtenfeld (the founder of Krav Maga) and other instructors. This book is not for beginners. Though the principles are the same, without studying more of the basic techniques and tactics, one could get lost attempting to perform the techniques in this book. Nevertheless, if you are an experienced martial artist, you will find the techniques and tactics simple to follow in this text. I found this text very interesting and informative. Rating: 4 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Pro-Systems Combatives Vol. 1, 2).

Very informative book, I have been practicing these techniques with my daughters and son so they m,ay have a chance if attacked. I feel more confident living alone as well.

I am reviewing my krav lessons and curriculum step by step from these instructions. Everything is in there.

Highly specialized situation defenses that are less sensible and practical compared to the other books in this series. Also these would be difficult to train and drill for most people outside of specialist security training. Example, someone points a gun to your head whilst sat in your car because they want the car... sensible martial artists will tell you just get out and let them take it and not try some gun defense moves from this book risking your life over a lump of metal. I can see the defenses in the book being more useful in very dangerous parts of the world or for specialist security so worth reading if you like to learn those unique skills but without lots of practical training a little wasted.

As an instructor, this is a great reference tool. Good book but worth having the original too.

this book has some very useful techniques that are found contained with in the krav maga family, covering step by step instruction on defence against knife,gun and blunt weapons.Pictures are in black and white,which like David Kahn book are very detailed and cover most of the same principles,having come from the same source originally with minor differences.

The book looks very good and the exercises are good explained - very good buy

Very informative s must have if like me your practising KRAV MAGA