How to Defend Yourself Against a Baseball Bat Attack

[@BandGeek2210]

Wow! In 1985-1986 as an Army infantryman l was taught the EXACT technique by my squad leader…a man with extensive training…currently an 8th degree Suchidon…not sure spelling ….at 70 years of age. He was one of those quiet professionals who wore an “interesting green cap” and he introduced me to some “ guys” with “ beards and jeans” who showed me similar techniques. Your channel and advice is 100% “ ON”. No BS…no fluff…just accurate training for accurate results. Great Job

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

I truly appreciate it. Thanks for sharing! God bless!

[@vanmann8347]

I’ve mentioned this before, but it’s well worth reiterating. As a martial arts practitioner for years, I’ve always taught my family to be aware of anything in your immediate surroundings that could be used as a weapon should the need arise. Simply glance around and take note of anything that you could grab and use to defend yourself in a situation. I’ve coined the term “W.O.O.”, which stands for a weapon of opportunity. If you put yourself into this mindset as you go about your day, you’ll see that there are countless items that can become a weapon should you need one. GOD Bless 🙏

[@bradleys4783]

What the f@#k does God have to do with it ?

[@bruceli9094]

A chair is a great defensive weapon if one knows how to use it. Itcan disarm knife attackers

[@donaldmason7081]

and I would add if you can't find a weapon remember your body is a weapon as in this video if a threat is coming at you don't let your weapon (your body) just stand there use it

[@Kyle-sr6jm]

Learn to fight with a stick, and the world is your arsenal.

[@harveybc]

Very true. That is one of the reasons when I go into a grocery store, even if for only one item, I always grab a shopping cart. The full size, not the little ones. It gives me something to use to put between myself and an attacker to give time to respond.

[@magusscorpiones9276]

Important point here, if you can manage it, avoid hitting into the wrist. I took a bottle to the face once because I did this exact technique and the my left forearm point of impact was right into wrist. This caused his hand to release the bottle which continued on it's path resulting in a very large number of stitches in my face after the fight was over. Target the middle of forearm combined with shoulder or bicep for better results and if you drive in deep the weapon will be completely behind you in any event. Basically you want to be standing in the space he was in or even further when your forward momentum stops.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! Stay safe and God bless!

[@canadafree2087]

Very good point and I've seen this happen in class. Ideally you want to be so in that if the weapon is let go (bonus!) it flies harmlessly behind your head. You can also use the forearm nearest to his bicep (if blocking a two hand swing) and glide up with a straight punch to his head. This turns a dull two hand block into an attack from the same motion of the block.

[@darthbaferu398]

I was attacked by two men with a baseball bat. First one was holding me down and the second swung at my head. It was a surprise attack by invited guests. Luckily both were relatively small. I was able to turn enough that it broke my right scapula. I hooked the attacker with my right leg so they both were in front of me. I was hit several more times in the legs before I could get up. I’m a 5th degree so I took both of them down, across the room but broke a rib in the disarm. I think I more fell on the bat then I did get struck with it at that point. I took the bat, my pistol, and my phone outside at that point and told them if they tried to leave I would shoot them, and called the police. My locals have typically less than a 2 minute response time as I live .7 miles from their station. I’ll continue to watch but my advice is just don’t get hit in the head, and stay mentally and physically ready to deal with any level of pain or fight that doesn’t put you out. I’ve never felt pain during a fight. I do after. Had that first strike hit my head I’d likely be gone. Also, be very careful whom you invite into your home.

[@darthbaferu398]

@@well-blazeredman6187 I know once the threat is over I can’t shoot someone BTW. However those two didn’t know that. I am qualified to train LEO’s in firearm usage. And by that point I knew I was hurt and extremely upset with them. I didn’t clarify that point. I’ve taken lives and never wish to again. I could have shot both of them legally in the moment. I’ve spent 20 years on a mat so I don’t have to shoot, although I carry anytime I’m dressed and I will if I have to. God Bless! It’s Church Day. We’re a small country Church so little threat. However it would be wise to not mess with us. My security team and I train 4 times a year. We have a two minute meeting before service to define responsibilities. Pastor carry’s too. Our nursery and Sunday School is downstairs and at a spry 44, I’m semi retired and always have that assignment if anything happens as I practice getting down there fast often. Our people once I qualify them will get a letter from Pastor to CCW so there’s at least 10-12 others that do. His entire Flock knows the emergency word to get down. Heck I carry a little PPK most of the time anymore. I’ve never shot more than 4x in a gunfight and HST’s in that caliber will do the job. I just run a 4 man team but won’t deny anyone that’s qualified from carrying to protect their family. Plus it’s a chance to educate those that don’t know much. I can show them what can be done with proper carry and a proper holster.

[@LogisticallyMisrepresented]

How come you invited them.?

[@darthbaferu398]

@@LogisticallyMisrepresented Simple answer. One was my emancipated son and the other “that uncle” everyone has. I have a large home and they both play guitar very well, even if not my style they could jam as loud as they wanted. My kid had set up the guitar room which I allowed in the upstairs master. Which explains why I didn’t shoot them. My uncle was a dead man but by the the time I could access my CCW I’d hooked my son behind him and didn’t want to have a pass through on my 115# uncle that killed my kid too. The uncle, he’d have got it had I been able. He started the entire thing. I was in a recliner. Luckily I’m BJJ, the second I got him off of me I flipped. I was in the worst position ever to fight from with a flat on my back knocked over recliner and my legs sticking up. I was about 190# at the time and my kid was 6’1” 135. Uncle is 5’6” and 115. Once I was in the fight it wasn’t one and yes I had a gun drawn but I’ll let my kid kill me before I ever shoot him.

[@PraveenSrJ01]

What a messed up world 🌎 we live in!!!

[@LogisticallyMisrepresented]

Demon-crats can definitely mess a place up, @@PraveenSrJ01

[@NatureZone101]

A great way to help people understand is thinking about a bookshelf full of books - if it starts to fall it is really easy to stop it at the beginning. If it goes further and picks up momentum then you have no chance to stop it.

[@velonico]

Nice Analogy! 😊

[@Able-Man]

True, but... Even when it gets "past the tipping point"; I still MIGHT have time to GET OUT OF THE WAY!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! God bless you!

[@Able-Man]

​@@fredthe47th👍... Well, you're right about that concept, Fred... I can't speak for "most people"; but, I'd been through the "baseball bat scenario"; back in 1981 or 2... A guy I worked with, had asked me to help "move his girlfriend over to live with him"... Little did I know, that she was already "living with" SOMEBODY ELSE! Well, DUDE came towards the 3 of us men, with a Louisville Slugger perched on his shoulder and gripping it, as if he were standing at home plate and "trying to hit a home run"!!! My "friends" scattered like little girls, but; I guess my "BAC" was just about to the point, where I could "leap tall buildings in a single bound"; and... Well, I DID have a Model 10/69 Smith and Wesson in a shoulder holster... I just stood there, leaning against the grill of my truck, with my arms folded, (non-threateningly) {with my right hand firmly upon those walnut grips} stared right into "Dude's" eyes and slowly sidestepped to the corner of the hood, then calmly SIDESTEPPED to the door handle and got in and drove away (complete with the Bimbo!) Well, the next thing ya know; "DUDE" is chasing us down the road, in HIS truck!!! Rather than "lead him straight to the new address"; I went to a bar that I sometimes drank lunch at. As it turned out; I guess "DUDE" realized that he was "being done a favor" and politely asked me if he could buy me a drink!!! (Talk about unexpected OUTCOMES!!!)

[@sparkonthehorizon]

Super-useful and practical video. Really like the "trim-the-fat" video approach, where you get straight to the point without all the BS... Well done, sir!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for watching. Stay safe and God bless!

[@NickFrom1228]

Make the block and response the same move. One very effective method is to block with the left hand, and drive, and I mean DRIVE through their throat with the other. Meaning you are aiming about 3 feet behind the person so you commit to a full force through the person AND downward. So, your hands are coming up as you strike, both the block and throat, then as you drive through the throat with your right hand you drive toward the ground. This takes them completely off their feet in a very effective method and is harsh enough to give you time to get away while they are gathering their wits. They may choose to give up anyway instead of pursuing you.

[@PraveenSrJ01]

Thank you for your comment. Great one ☝️

[@driver3899]

Higher risk though Small target area of your hand has to exactly find the small target of their throat while you are both moving Precise movements are difficult due to high adrenaline

[@NickFrom1228]

@@driver3899 True, though technically anything from shoulders on up will work. It's just good to have a target to focus on.

[@driver3899]

@@NickFrom1228 Thats true, hitting small targets with hand strikes are notoriously difficult to land under pressure though let alone while blocking something else simultaneously Imagine trying to compute the timing of intercepting the weapon strike, their movement, your movement, the range, getting your blocking arm in position at the right angle while also trying to coordinate your other hand to strike a small moving target.. while having the tunnel vision that comes from being attacked.. thats a lot Also trying to split your body weight between throat strike and blocking the weapon might not be a great thing, just grabbing for the shoulder lets you put everything into neutralizing that attacking arm Then you can switch to putting everything into a counter strike or arm drag or throw or whatever your skill set is

[@NickFrom1228]

@@driver3899 True. It turns into what have you trained for vs not. Someone who has trained, and not specifically this attack/response scenario per se, but has trained enough to have the fighting mindset and movement down, will ultimately find much better success. There are a lot of things going on all at once so those who have mastered some of them already will not have as much to deal with when presented with some particular scenario. With all the variables involved it is difficult to judge any particular persons success but if they have some basic idea of what to do they are much better off than going at it blind.

[@Pbadome1]

There are quite a few methods to stop the motion of the tool he's using, keeping in mind that you are attacking the weapon not the tool. Stopping that shoulder is important, as for bringing the other arm up forearm to forearm, just keep your elbow down or you might slide right over the top of his arm.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! God bless!

[@Daves_Not_Here_Man_76]

Not only is it possible to block a bat swing but in the same motion you can take it from them. With even the slightest bit of training you can learn how to use a bat properly so they can't do the same to you.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! God bless!

[@Desperado3248]

A bat will be used as a horizontal two handed swinging weapon . I was taught and then Tati get inside the arc of the swing , grab the wrist as you turn and then grab the butg of the handle and twist it away as you continue turning g. At the end you will have disarmed the attacker and will be wound up for a strike to the knee which will be disabling . The defense against a single handed bludgeon, will be more akin to your technique, which can continue into an arm lock, break or a takedown

[@jackbrown8052]

If someone is trained in Judo or a similar martial art that type of situation is perfect for a hip toss or shoulder toss. Step into the person and depending on the specific situation either do a hip toss or a shoulder toss. Once they're on the ground you can run away or stay and kick them unconscious.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Awesome!Thank you for sharing!

[@a.joegevara3519]

I taught myself to close the distance, fast, when I was in the 4th grade. Best defense is a great offense!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

That is awesome, Joe! Thanks for sharing- God bless!

[@ObservantPiratePlus]

Good advice and improv weapon suggestion too, as always, Jason.

[@danielbeck9191]

I REALLY LIKE the tripod as a carry-on defense weapon!!!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome! God bless you!

[@canadafree2087]

Yup, crap always hurts when they don't have nice even surfaces.

[@wendellhoward884]

Thank you for this informative video. Excellent technique. I wish to add this variation. When the attacker makes several partial or fake swings the defendant will also hesitate (flinch) committing to the entry. Once you see the threatening swing of the “club” commit to the defensive attack. Don’t wait for the attacker to commit to the full swinging of the weapon. Please practice with a friend.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

I appreciate it, Wendell. Thank you for watching- God bless you!

[@roberthill4556]

Yes, block with one arm but use the other arm to attack the throat or other vulnerable area instead of the shoulder. Why attack the shoulder and then follow up with an additional strike when one well-placed strike can stop the attack immediately?

[@tx.tactical3165]

You can take CANES as well, and they can't ask you why you have it.

[@Able-Man]

That's true, but we'd "do well" to be mindful of the probability, that they will want the cane to pass through the X-ray machine! (I went to Jury Duty, at the Federal Courthouse and was required to place my walking stick ON the conveyor belt of the X-ray machine!)

[@Shel-kx6ef]

I use Cane Master canes.

[@Able-Man]

@@Shel-kx6ef Mine only says: "CVS Health"; (+, "Made in Taiwan" and etc.) ... I've been using a "light-weight, adjustable" cane, for a handful of years, now.... I used to use ones that I had whittled for myself, but; I "had trouble with' more than 1× bus driver, on the RTA over here, at the North Coast, so, I decided to go and get a generic cane, from the Drugstore.

[@Corpsman01]

I have found some canes specifically for self defense. They cost but they are available.

[@Able-Man]

@@Corpsman01 I have seen 1 or 2 for sale (I can't remember WHERE, now...) that had a sword tucked into the barrel of the cane! (And... NO; THOSE weren't exactly "cheap", either!)

[@cjalexanderjr8811]

I have friends who keep baseball bats in their cars for self defense. I point out to them that’s it’s impossible to swing a bat inside the car or out the car window. The attacker could easily pull the bat out of their hands. I tell them for inside cars use a camping saw. It’s like a knife with teeth. If someone grabs the blade, their fingers will be ripped up.

[@cojaxart8986]

Thanks Jason! The most moves when I studied karate were defensive. And that move is a great one! God bless!

[@rossdickens]

Good refresher course, my Dad was in the Army and taught me several things. But I'm older now and have forgotten a lot of things.

[@chriserickson4417]

That's a great move. I like the tripod idea also. I don't go traveling because I don't want to go anywhere disarmed, but I could definitely swing the tripod. Thanks Jason.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

That's a great idea!God bless you!

[@vanmann8347]

Thanks for getting this kind of information out to people who might not realize that they don’t have to be an easy target for predators. Anything is better than doing nothing. If videos like Jason’s pique your interest, then maybe take his lessons a step further and get enrolled in some form of self defense program.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

So nice of you. Thanks for that. Stay safe and God bless!

[@jeffhughes6167]

@@JasonHansonSpyBriefingdude where are all of these baseball bat attacks happening at I’m 64 years old and have never seen or heard any stories from anyone about anyone ever being attacked by someone with a baseball bat, are you just fear mongering or just trying get views on your channel, people don’t walk around with bats to rob people. I’m calling BS on this crap.

[@shimmeringreen]

@@jeffhughes6167 Has happened a lot in New York and San Francisco. a lot of small Asian women get targeted from behind according to what is shown on surveillance videos of the attacks on the news. It was the Asian community in San Francisco that rose up and got their D.A. ousted.Basebaall bats to the head from behind have been fatal.

[@chf5204]

Great advice Jason. I own horses and when you’re around them closing the distance is key. It also means the difference between a kick or a bump. The same analogy it seems could apply to your scenario.

[@kurt6410]

I would also advise when you block with your forearm to make contact with the side of your forearm because the sides are bone and the top and bottom are muscle

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Right! Thanks for the advise, I truly appreciate it. God bless!

[@666toysoldier]

+. A couple of years in a fencing club taught me the superiority of a straight thrust over a swing. That raised arm leaves him open to a preemptive strike to the solar plexus or throat.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

That is awesome! Thank you for sharing- God bless!

[@headless.scents]

Helpful as always, thank you!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Happy to help!God bless you!

[@_Studio184_]

If your right hand can touch his shoulder your fingers can be buried into his eye sockets or your right forearm can be driven into his throat. Then you can just walk away instead of the wrestling match you're setting yourself up for.

[@shimmeringreen]

A whole new world just opened up with that comment. .Shortens the contact time. Especially good for elderly to know when balance is an issue in a struggle.

[@markjohnson5556]

What if the attacker is trying to hit you holding both hands on the bat like you normally would hold a baseball bat?

[@Sum_Jigh]

That is exactly what I was thinking. My advice is run if you don't have a gun. If you're backed into a corner, you must make a fake charge at them to get them to swing and charge them. Charge them anyway regardless. Just make sure you close the distance. It's really something you cannot teach. Like how long or short is the bat. Does it have spikes welded on it? Just something to think about.

[@shannonp4037]

My unprofessional advise is to still close the gap. Depending on how high/low it appears that they are swinging, try to hit the groin. Maybe use a head, fist or knee to the groin. Other option is to tackle them low at the knees with your hands while pushing up with your upper body and legs and drop them on their back. Then a groin hit, neck/throat chop, double eye gouge, ear punch, upward hit to the nose or just run like hell. Try to get the weapon away from them if it is easy, but don't necessary struggle.

[@rynehall9990]

Throw changeups

[@JeffJBuck]

Still close the distance and "take away the swing. I don't know why this guy is talking about blocking, don't do that. Try to get an underhook on the swing side. Then how ever you feel strongest. Either hooks both sides like a bear hug. Or hook the swing side with a hand to their face/throat. Or hook swing side and punch with the free hand. You can also try to get in, clinch, then immediately break the clinch to make space for your attack. They still have the bat, but you just turned it from defense to offense.

[@jerryputman5300]

Still close the distance. Block at the elbow of the attackers closest arm. It will hurt them. Plus, if you miss the block and still get hit, it is better to be hit closer to your attackers hands are. The speed of the weapon will be less, and the "lever" effect of a club will be reduced.

[@Nerdzombiedisco]

I step in. Low. Then thrust up with a palm strike to the lower chin with full power from my legs and upper body. Non-striking arm takes the freed up wea pon. Saved me 4 times in my life.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! God bless you

[@user-ze9ml7zd7h]

Thanks for the tip? Question: Does the same technique work if the person swinging the object, is doing so with both hands? If not, can you explain / demonstrate, how you would handle that situation? Thanks again for all the great tips!

[@MorganCrowe-k3s]

but what happens if the attacker has both a right AND left hand?

[@Nowhere888]

I like Jason's real world fighting tips. I trained in martial arts for years and it did not teach enough real world like Jason.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thanks for watching. Stay safe and God bless!

[@nickcellini5609]

You say "step" what you should reiterate is that step is a sprint. It must be as quick as possible with as much intention as possible. One to five step sprints up to, in to, through, and around the attacker is what will save you and/or give you victory over them. If you want to take an attacker down then you need to know how to grab him, then sprint in a direction that immediately throws the attacker off balance. Love your videos. Keep em coming !!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for the tip, Nick. Stay safe and God bless!

[@nickcellini5609]

@@JasonHansonSpyBriefing I was a cop for 30+ years. Forget staying safe. Play hard and have fun. Any line of work that may cause a person to have to physically engage with another should be treated like football. If you pussyfoot around and try not to get hurt, you or someone else WILL get hurt. Play hard and have fun !!! God bless as well !!!

[@juliochingaling5824]

Thank you Jason for your knowledge. God bless you and your family. Enjoy your weekend.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome! God bless!

[@marilynczech7692]

Seeing the windup is key to breaking the attackers tempo.

[@BPmmxFX]

How about if they swing holding the bat with both arms..?

[@NickFrom1228]

Doesn't change much really, though it does put them in a bit of a position to turn more when struck (if swinging from the side) so your blow may be more glancing. You will still stop it but your next technique will be more critical. If you block with your left and strike his/her center then you will avoid this but you have to deal with the arm in the way but its not a big deal.

[@danmerhalski]

Excellent instruction. Closing the distance reduces the leverage the attacker has and removed you from the target area. The forearm to forearm block stops the motion of the weapon and the shoulder slap keeps the arm from bending at the elbow. Simple, and effective. Thank you, Jason for showing me this technique. How would it differ if the attacker is punching more straight on with their fist? It looks like the forearm to forearm contact might be difficult if they are punching straight at you from above? I’m happily subscribed and get your emails too. I highly recommend this to everyone as there are a ton of great ideas and techniques in your videos.

[@danielbeck9191]

Try using your forearm to deflect to the outside--"Wax ON, wax OFF".

[@terryschiller2625]

Jason what if they have both hands on the bat or what ever they are using? Thank you Sir for all your info and hard work and time.

[@richarddaugherty8583]

You're stopping them before they get the kinetic force built up. We used to do sword takeaways in Aikido. The attacker had a sword (two handed) and the defender had empty hands. Surprisingly easy to take that sword away. First you blend with the attack, then use their strength and momentum to complete the move. They have no choice but to let go. In Jason's example it's a bit different but essentially you stop the momentum of the strike before it get's started (backswings are dumb!). The move is boom-boom. Stop the strike, give 'em a strike to diver their attention from wanting to hurt you... like rolling on the ground holding their balls.

[@NickFrom1228]

As Richard says, you are stopping them before the momentum. This is why Jason is stressing moving in. If you move in after the person has developed a lot of striking force (momentum) you are too late. Read your opponent and move like lightning. The thing about both hands is you can totally ignore the non-dominant hand in reality. If you only have 30 seconds to teach someone an effective technique for this situation it is "When you see the first signs of someone winding up for a strike you move like lightning and plow through them like a train and keep running." With that you have spoiled their attempt, possibly knocked them to the ground and you have a head start. I'm up for delivering a solid sankyo as anyone but in reality, the keep it simple principle is always a good rule.

[@joeblack1345]

Martial arts is a good way to help do self-defense scenarios

[@danmcgladdery1813]

If you’re the attacker, it’s easy to think that the best use of your precious time is to strike him down, but a powerful thrust to the centre of the chest is an execution for any man.

[@JohnDoe-rk9bx]

Paul, I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your videos I learn a lot and I think they’re great to help people live. I do not appreciate that big come on Bella free book teaching you the rat technique or something I knew when I get down at the end all they want it really was my credit card number.

[@timpaxton6707]

This is assuming the attacker is going to do a windup and overhead swing, but what if the attacker swings at you mid level, like he's doing a line drive? Obviously this technique will not work in that scenario. Please do a follow up. Thanks!

[@craigjenkins8784]

what about against a double handed attack? if the attacker is swinging with both hands? the forearm and shoulder blocks aren't easy to get it in that scenario.

[@Jbt49]

Would that still work if the attacker had two hands on the bat?

[@williamgunn6415]

Great update, Thank You Jason.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

YOu're welcome! God bless you!

[@TudorOwen50s]

From fear to fearless: That's what this and your other videos have helped me to move from and towards. God bless you, Jason. 🙏 God bless your viewers.🙏 God bless America. 🇺🇲 🙏

[@gregoryjames7976]

This is a good point, use your fear to become focused.

[@ignatiusreilly8280]

But have they helped you move your bowels?

[@joeljoss1916]

Yep, you got to get in close. Good advice on what to do next.

[@theautodidacticman_]

What if they swong the bat from the side? I can see how one would block it as it’s coming down but what about coming from the side?

[@CombatVetTom]

As usual > VERY good informative video! Good stuff to practice. Thanks for sharing, God bless...

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Glad you enjoyed it! God bless you!

[@ImTheDaveman]

I kinda figured closing the distance would end a possibility of an attacker with a bat having enough momentum to cause harm., but I had no clear idea what to do after that, other than blindly making crap up as I go. LoL. THANK YOU for adding some direction here. It's more reassuring having an actual follow-up than just closing the distance. 👍

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for watching! God bless you and your family

[@canadafree2087]

It very much depends on the distance. Fights are not perfect like in the dojo and when people are trying to hurt you they are not always squared off at the same distance. Practice with your friends using a foam bat that has some weight. Let your partner know that you will first try to come in as he brings the bat backwards to his shoulder. Then take one step back and work on closing the distance at which point the bat will be coming forward. Then get to a point where you are so far away that the easier defense is to lean back to let the swing through and then go in on the recovery as the bat is going towards his left shoulder. Many schools fail this distance variation and always start from a perfect distance.

[@GodFirst607]

Jason, thanks for all of your knowledge. It helps us to see scenarios, that you've had experience with.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Happy to hear that. Thank you so much!

[@driver3899]

3:25 great strike from here is throw a left elbow to the side of their jaw (the side we see with the camera) Take a small step with your right leg diagonal forwards and you will be able to drop your full body weight into the strike

[@wipatriot510]

It makes no never mind to me, I follow the 21' rule, IF you're within 21' of me with a weapon, I've already drawn, and prepared to use deadly force to defend myself...

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing- God bless!

[@DanielSmith-ix9vg]

Love the content, very practical. Question, in the video right hand to the throat for more pain than shoulder, or is that too small a target and not focused on their striking arm? Thank you for your course.

[@darrellbrown8165]

Great advice, we apparently have ran into some crazy times, be prepared, starting with being observant and aware of surroundings.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome! God bless you!

[@grahambrown1980]

I really admire Jason Hanson’s resourcefulness! 😎 And that’s right! Always combine those moves!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you! I appreciate the support. Cheers!

[@scottthomson9813]

Had a similar situation. The guy swung across horizontally at my head. I stepped in turning my right shoulder to his right shoulder and we ended up with him being directly behind me and off balance as his left forearm connected with my right side. I continued my turn pulling the bat right out of his hands. When the move was finished, I had a bat and he had a dumb look on his face. Here endeth the lesson.

[@robynlea6950]

Thanks Jason, very useful information, as always.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Glad it was helpful!God bless you!

[@NijeBitno72]

What if they're using a bat both-handed?

[@edjonatchick]

For some reason I thought you were going to do the Denzel throat chop after the block. I guess I've seen too many movies.

[@TigerMark007]

Cool block was aware of this technique same block but an elbow strike to the inside of the shoulder instead of open palm. Nice. Now how would someone defend from a sideways baseball bat swing both on handed and double handed sideways baseball bat swing and a double hand overhead bat swing?

[@lesliegrayson1722]

LOL having been hit 10 x by a 6'3" dude who weighed 160kgs and was a very good security officer I can say that it hurts though I was so annoyed at him I couldn't feel it as I was throwing the other 2 guys down the hall way whilst he hit me. :D I had rage problems... The second time I had something like that was an Axe and I dodged it and grabbed his throat and his hand with the axe in it.. Don't bother your not me, I practiced 6-8 hours of tennis and basket ball other sports every day my hand to eye was awesome. When I walked into job as Head of security arresting 3-5 a day I dealt with 5 knife fights 3 syringes and funny enough I had a guy come into my house at 4:00am with a knife who I swiftly kicked out and he went to jail.. Many of those knife attempts I simply stopped with one hand at their knife hand and the other at their throat, often they forgot about the knife as they started to choke and get their throat crushed.. fear over came them and they realized they had no control. Quickly get close in, grab knife hand thus slowing its thrust and grab their throat and squeeze.. that's what I did.

[@adamgomez2043]

I was just practicing this with my dad, I discovered to close the distance when they are about to swing. I was using a training axe, I blocked it too when he did manage to strike me with a bat

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Great! Thank you for sharing! God bless you!

[@alvin8737]

Thank you for this useful information.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome! God bless you

[@TryCryingIntoThis]

Can you demonstrate a 2 handed swing?

[@markadkins9290]

Solid advice as usual !!!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Appreciate it! God bless you Mark!

[@tanyat5881]

THANK YOU!

[@V.I.Outdoors]

Close the distance with and elbow to the face, the hit to the forearm followed by a headbutt if at all possible😊

[@jamesritchie8170]

When using the forearm, ensure your fist is leaning forward from the elbow. This prevents the attacker's weapon from going upwards towards your head. Any club weapon will hurt, but the danger zone is the last 3 inches of the weapon. if you take a hit from the weapon, try to take it closer the where the attacker's hand is, it has less energy. A good resource is Arins Martial Arts books or classes. Additionally, I would also use my blocking forearm to slide down and grab his wrist. Studied Kenpo for 35 years and was also an instructor for 10 years.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

That is very awesome, James! Thanks for sharing it with us- God bless!

[@tonywillingham8109]

I like fein an advance which causes the bat holder to swing, then I close the distance, after the swing. I see bat wielders swing horizontally, like swinging at a baseball, not swinging downward. They also tend to use both hands, like in your video thumbnail pic.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing! God bless!

[@jacko2815]

Your self defence videos and absolutely brllaint. My favorutie videos of yours to date. I did self defence training for over 10 years and love these videos

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Great to hear! Thank you for sharing, Jack. Stay safe and God bless!

[@Nelli-or9yx]

This almost happened to me last week! What if someone attacks you while your're riding a bike or vice versa? Thanks!

[@1dkerr1]

What if they come in low with the bat swing? Like a real baseball or golf swing.

[@knotguilty4623]

What if they swing it like a bat?

[@nouser129]

I would target the chin or the neck instead of the shoulder to disable them.

[@solracer66]

Interesting. In Judo we were taught a different technique, step to the left while grabbing the opponent's wrist with your right hand. Then wrap your left arm over his as you turn to the right. Once you are in that position you twist his wrist while dropping your entire body weight on his elbow. Done correctly it is either going to cause an immense amount of pain or break his arm. I think this is a Ju Jutsu technique as well.

[@Thes564]

That defense looks like a modified Chris Clugston wedge and also the Art of Hapkido uses a single hand into the shoulder to destroy the attackers AC joint much like the wedge.

[@Mikdeelow]

Suppose you block with your L arm, as mentioned, but use your R arm or fist to punch the attackes throat?

[@paulsprauve2635]

Very good information because it seems like it's getting more crazy out there with people doing things like that

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

So glad to hear that! Thank you for watching! God bless!

[@billgreen576]

Baseball bats come in from the side, not from above.

[@nerigarcia7116]

Can you use that shoulder hand straight to the throat?

[@Gor537]

What stops them from just knocking you down with their forward momentum? And if you stop them at that moment, the first strike what then? They just pull back and hit you anyway?

[@curseofsasuke]

The most painful place to be is at the tip of the lever arm. If you’re even just hit with the middle of the bat, that is half as much damage.

[@VTPSTTU]

Thanks for the video. I usually walk with a cane. If the attacker is still far enough away for me to drive a straight thrust into his solar plexus with my cane, am I more likely to survive by a hard thrust to his solar plexus with the cane or with the technique that you show here? I use a cane that is about 37 inches long. From what I remember, most bats are about 32 to 34 inches long. If he's swinging the bat with the technique you show, the bat is not reaching more than a foot or two in front of him until he completes his swing. If I'm in a good thrust position with my cane, the tip of my cane is 37 inches in front of my hand which is about 22 to 24 inches in front of my shoulder. If I turn my torso into my thrust, I get another few inches of space between my head and the tip of my cane. I don't expect to hit the solar plexus perfectly, but any thrust that hits ribs or sternum is going to push him backwards. If he's swinging for my face, his bat has a good chance of passing over my thrusting arm. Unless he's falling, I'm still going to try to close and making a swinging strike with my cane while his bat is on the other side of his body. If I can't making a swinging strike with the cane, I might try a head butt. To me, the alternative would be trying to close on the attacker while holding my cane. If my cane is in my left hand and his bat is in his right hand, I would try to hit his right forearm with my cane and use my right hand as you show. If my cane is in my right hand and his bat is in his right hand, I'm not sure what I'd do.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome. Thank you for sharing. God bless!

[@someoneelse.2252]

That's why I carry my tripod everywhere. Even in real dangerous parts of the city, tough guys, punks and muggers take one look and tell themselves......"better not, he's carrying a tripod".

[@cavecanem2826]

This is absolutely correct technique. Thanks Jason.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching! God bless!

[@cavecanem2826]

@@JasonHansonSpyBriefing Bet you respected and connected with the Ground Branch crew during your Langley days. Think you missed your SAD calling brother! 👍

[@trooperrcb7991]

A question. What if the right ha do not go to the upper chest area but hit him in the face? Wouldn’t that be more sufficient? I don’t know any martial art is just a noobs question. Thank you

[@AccordionJoe1]

My .380 is my defense against an attack by someone with a bat.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and God bless!

[@peteredmunds7]

What about a two handed swing?

[@Galactic-Jack1978]

Thanx Jason, but how does one attack effectively with a baseball bat or weapon of opportunity? I live in South Africa and the suburb im living in is getting more and kore out of hand now. Hope to be moving soon.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

You're welcome, Mike. Thanks for sharing- God bless in moving to South Africa!

[@dhizzle8639]

What about ranging out/ off to the side from the swing? If the person has a machete it would be a bad idea to do that move...

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for watching. God bless!

[@Karvega11]

What if the are swinging two handed with all there might with a bat/crowbar/etc.?

[@beebob1279]

My buddy is a retired officer. Also former swat. He showed me this move. He said when blocking drive into the clavicle (collar bone) and it will likely break and is excruciatingly painful. The it’s either take out the knee or direct strike to the face or throat. I guess the instep neutralizes the force and direction.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thank you for sharing. Stay safe and God bless!

[@franktidwell8392]

If you will use the tip of your elbow instead of forearm .. that will cause very intense pain...it will shock the body...Muay Thia ...

[@Masterfailure-b7i]

Kicks if one going to defend with there hands go low force then to make a first defence. Leaving them open too attack

[@Thecdnsurvivor]

Instead of hitting the shoulder, block the forearm as mentioned but strike the bicep muscle with the edge of your hand really hard, that bat will drop quick

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

Thanks for the tip!

[@eprofessio]

I have had my ass beat all kinds of ways. The most intimidating was a buddy started a fist fight against a guy with a gun and the victim started shooting randomly including at me. I jumped in his car to distract him and he actually started shooting at his own car. I stopped hanging out with that guy.

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

That was great! Thank you for sharing. Stay safe and God bless!

[@Iam-mg9tn]

Cool! Where can I buy this sturdy selfie stick?

[@AudreyLMcFarland]

Thank you!! So glad I was "fed" your channel!

[@JasonHansonSpyBriefing]

My pleasure! Thank you so much for watching. God bless!

[@timothydillow3160]

What about pointed sticks?

[@Gamedrawer14567]

Hey Mr Jason what do you think about jeet kune do

[@seanhewson1341]

When I was younger someone attacked me with a 2 handed broadsword. These have some weight to them so his back swing was off to the side, not up high. When he went back I stepped in on that side and put my arm around his neck in a headlock. This trapped both of his arms to that side because he didn't want to drop the weapon. So he was stuck and I bent him over forward and rested my index finger and the one next to it on his eyes. He didn't want to lose his eyes so he stopped struggling.