How to Defend against Gun from the Rear | Krav Maga Defense
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Defence Against Gun Threat Rear·Howcast
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Defence Against Gun Threat Rear
SubFamilyディフェンス・Against・Gun・Threat・Rear(Defence Against Gun Threat Rear)
Translation: defence against gun threat rear
Overview
History & Origin
Effectiveness
Developed from real military and security experience; continuously refined based on actual incident reports. [1]
Lineage
Imi Lichtenfeld → Krav Maga worldwide; Lichtenstein 9th Dan lineage. [1]
Competition Record
Self-defence system — not used in sport competition
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Defence Against Gun Threat Rear-specific defensive mechanics
Simultaneous defence and counter-attack
Position & Entry
From natural stance — Respond with defence against gun threat rear
Variants
Against right-handed attacker
Against left-handed attacker
Multiple attackers
Videos
Black Scout Tutorials - Urban Tactics - Pistol Disarming from the Rear
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Defence Against Gun Threat Rear·BlackScoutSurvival
In this episode from our new series of Urban Tactics, we demonstrate how to disarm an attacker who is holding you by gun…
How to Defend Against a Gun Threat from the BACK!
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Defence Against Gun Threat Rear·MoveTube Network
Our Krav Maga guys are back showing you how to defend against a gun threat from the BACK! The biggest tip to take away f…
Black Scout Tutorials - Urban Tactics II - Pistol Disarm From the Rear II
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Defence Against Gun Threat Rear·BlackScoutSurvival
In this episode, we demonstrate how to disarm an attacker with a gun from the rear in a different method than before. R…
Defense vs. gun threat to the back of the head.
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Defence Against Gun Threat Rear·KMWKravMaga
Defense vs. gun threat to the back of the head. Defending against armed attackers is an integral part of training in hi…
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5 videosWhat Instructors Say
Defense against a rear gun threat involves rapid assessment, angular displacement, and aggressive follow-through. All four instructors agree on core principles: first identify the threat through visual or tactile confirmation, then immediately move the body off the line of fire by pivoting or spinning on the balls/heels of the feet. MoveTube Network and Howcast emphasize brushing the weapon hand away with the non-dominant hand while rotating close to the attacker, redirecting the barrel downward to prevent accidental discharge toward innocent bystanders—a critical safety concern Howcast explicitly addresses. Both recommend simultaneously trapping the weapon hand against the chest with a strong elbow-down grip resembling a handcuff position, then delivering aggressive strikes (elbow to face, knees) to incapacitate the attacker. BlackScoutSurvival presents an alternative internal-line technique where the defender wraps around the attacker's arm while moving explosively out of the bullet's path, controlling the weapon and taking the opponent to the ground via arm control. All instructors stress the importance of explosive, committed movement and warn that compliance and retreat remain preferable options when possible. BlackScoutSurvival uniquely emphasizes backing into the gun initially to confirm barrel position through tactile feedback before executing the disarm.
Synthesized from 4 instructors
- MoveTube Network — How to Defend Against a Gun Threat from the BACK!: Detailed the pivot rotation with left-hand brush deflection, weapon redirection, chest-trap positioning with elbow control, and progressive striking (elbow, knee) followed by barrel control and disarm.
- Howcast — How to Defend against Gun from the Rear | Krav Maga Defense: Emphasized turning on heel pivot to exit the line of fire, hand lock at chest, simultaneous elbow strike, downward barrel direction for civilian safety, and continuous aggressive pressure with knees and hand control.
- BlackScoutSurvival — Black Scout Tutorials - Urban Tactics II - Pistol Disarm From the Rear II: Presented an internal-line variant using explosive arm wrapping around the attacker's arm with throat control, taking the opponent down via arm pressure and maintaining weapon control on the ground.
- BlackScoutSurvival — Black Scout Tutorials - Urban Tactics - Pistol Disarming from the Rear: Established the foundational rear-disarm technique with pivot spin, wrist grab, elbow-to-shoulder takedown to ground control, and emphasized tactile confirmation of barrel position through backing into the gun.
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
3
Moderate3/10
Defensive technique
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
— Unified MMA — Legal defensive technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— IBJJF — Legal
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— IJF — Legal defensive action
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDFWBC/Boxing — Legal {src— WBC Rules of Boxing}
— WKF — Legal
WKF Competition Rules 2024PDF— WT — Legal
WT Competition Rules 2024PDFTraining Notes
✓Practise with progressive resistance (Lichtenstein, 2007)
✓Always train counter-attacks simultaneously
✓Stress inoculation training is essential
Common Mistakes
!Freezing instead of acting
!Insufficient aggression in counter-attacks
!Poor footwork
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Threat detected → Defence Against Gun Threat Rear → Counter-attack → Disengage or control
Sources & References
Primary Source
The Book of Krav-Maga: The Bible (Lichtenstein, 2007)
1Book[1] Lichtenstein, Y.A. (2007). The Book of Krav-Maga: The Bible. ISBN 978-85-907111-0-0.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Lichtenstein, Y
2Citation[1] Lichtenstein, Y.A. (2007). The Book of Krav-Maga: The Bible. ISBN 978-85-907111-0-0.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Lichtenstein, Y
Community
Athletics
Quick reactions
Aggression
Awareness
Notes
Gun-from-behind defense requires turning into the weapon hand while redirecting the muzzle line — the defender must move offline BEFORE attempting to control the weapon. Complete Krav Maga: 'Gun threats are not made in a vacuum. A gunman who sticks a gun in your face wants something... This affords us the opportunity to make a defense.' (Complete Krav Maga, Levine & Whitman)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the first thing I should do if I realize there's a gun threat from behind?
Immediately pivot and turn around to face the threat while redirecting the line of fire away from your body. MoveTube Network emphasizes that as soon as you detect the threat, your left hand should move first to redirect the weapon, staying close to your body like you're brushing dust off your pants.
How do I control the attacker's weapon after I've redirected it?
After pivoting and striking aggressively with elbows and knees to soften up the attacker, catch the barrel of the gun and use your grip on the wrist to lift the weapon away from the attacker. Black Scout Survival notes that wrapping around the opponent's arm to control where the weapon is pointed is crucial before attempting any disarm.
How important is speed and aggression when defending against a rear gun threat?
Speed and aggression are critical. BlackScoutSurvival stresses that if you decide to attempt this defense, you must do it "as fast and with as much ferocity as possible," because the technique is only advisable when you genuinely believe your life depends on it.
Should I try to stay close to the attacker or create distance?
Stay as close as possible to the attacker throughout the defense. Howcast notes that the attacker will try to move away, so maintaining proximity helps you control the situation and the weapon.
How does the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear work?
The Defence Against Gun Threat from the Rear involves a simultaneous body turn and arm redirection to move out of the weapon's line while gaining control.
Where does the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear come from?
Krav Maga was developed by Imi Lichtenfeld for the Israeli Defence Forces and refined for civilian self-defence. Defence Against Gun Threat Rear addresses real-world attack scenarios.
Is the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal defensive technique; IBJJF: legal — Legal; IJF: legal — Legal defensive action; WBC/Boxing: legal — Legal; WKF: legal — Legal; WT: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear?
Danger rating 3/10. Defensive technique
How do I set up the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear?
The standard setup chain: Threat detected → Defence Against Gun Threat Rear → Counter-attack → Disengage or control.
How do I defend against the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear?
Standard counters include: N/A — these are defensive responses to attacks.
What are the variants of the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear?
Common variants: Against right-handed attacker; Against left-handed attacker; Multiple attackers.
How effective is the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear in competition?
Self-defence system — not used in sport competition
What are common mistakes when doing the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear?
Top errors to watch for: Freezing instead of acting / Insufficient aggression in counter-attacks / Poor footwork.
What are other names for the Defence Against Gun Threat Rear?
The Defence Against Gun Threat Rear is also known as Defence Against Gun Threat Rear, Rear Gun Disarm, Back Gun Defence.