Does Krav Maga distinguish between training men and women?
No, Imi designed Krav Maga for people of all shapes, sizes, and physical abilities regardless of age or sex. The same Krav Maga techniques, with minor modifications, are taught to both men and women. However, the emphasis placed on certain techniques is can be different. Size and strength are factors a defender – male or female – must take into consideration. This is especially true where reach is a determining factor. Often women are confronted with a predatory attack, which brings the attacker in close. As a result, “infighting” or elbows, knees, eye-gouges, and, if necessary, bites are encouraged. In addition, some women are reluctant to use their knuckles for striking and instead may feel more comfortable, for example, using a palm-heal. Several Krav Maga ground-fighting techniques also address sexual predation or other dangers women may face and are specially adapted.
