The Best Defense: Self Defense Techniques for Men and Women. Chokes, headlocks, bearhugs - violent attacks such as these can occur without warning. Krav Maga teaches you to respond to such assaults quickly, effectively and without hesitation. The Krav Maga approach to defending yourself by eliminating the danger and counterattacking immediately is designed to end the assault and keep you safe. Learn from U.S. Chief Instructor Darren Levine and International Krav Maga Federation Head Instructor Eyal Yanilov.