Disarm and Escape
Fight To Survive
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4m 4s
When escape is the only option, knowing how to act fast can save your life. In this final episode of Fight to Survive, Marcus Torgerson teaches essential techniques to disarm an armed attacker and make a quick getaway. Learn how to react when a gun is pointed at you, use tactical communication to buy time, and seize the right moment to take control. Plus, discover how to break free from a life-threatening knife threat from behind. In high-stakes situations, hesitation is deadly—react, counter, and escape.
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