How to Defend Against a Hair Grab

When an attacker grabs your hair, there is a painless way to escape. Painless for you, anyway.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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1. 

   Hold the attacker's hand firmly against your head with both hands.

2. 

   Bend your head down, keeping your hands pressed firmly on the attacker's hand.

3. 

   Lean forward far enough so that the attacker's arm locks, pulling the attacker forward.

4. 

   When the attacker releases your hair, return to an upright position, moving quickly.

5. If the attacker does not release your hair immediately, keep your hands in position and kick with the flat of your foot to the front of the attacker's knee.

Tips & Warnings

• For hair grabs from the front or the back, the same escape technique applies.
• Don't wait for the attacker to get a better grip. Act fast.
• Practicing the martial arts is an inherently dangerous activity that can result in serious injury or death. We recommend you seek proper training and equipment before attempting this activity.

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[Scottc]

on 1/12/2008 I don't need to worry about this I have a shaved head

[Cafa]

on 8/15/2007 Do this fast. His wrist will break. Also, gives him less time to react, some guys will actually let go when they see you making a counter move. Don't let them.

[TylerTAF]

on 7/9/2007 This is one of those things I find similar to defending against a front choke. Many people concentrate on the choke or grab when in fact I believe they should simply allow the choke or grab and attack the root of the problem the person. Instead of escaping the grab or choke hit the person in the face, body, groin, knee, or foot. If they are grabbing you they are definately within striking range. Dont waste your time on escaping and then attacking. Attacking IS escaping. A strike to the attacker will most definately make then release you.

on 2/28/2006 The defense move pictured works but can be improved. If the person executing the technique presses the attackers fingers into her head as she steps back and bends downward, it causes excruciating pain in his hand. The knuckles will actually pop and this will increase the likelihood of his letting go. It is almost always appropriate to deliver a follow-up kick immediately to the groin or knee to hinder pursuit.

on 11/22/2005 If an attacker grabs your hair and it's a female, grab her hair and do not let go till she lets go of your hair.