How to Use an Umbrella for Self-Defense

Many of the tactics to use an umbrella for self-defense are the same as those used with a cane or stick. One advantage of carrying an umbrella versus a stick is that you won't have police officers eyeing you suspiciously because it is not considered a weapon at first glance. You will also have the element of surprise with a would-be attacker. Read on to learn how to use an umbrella for self-defense.

Things You'll Need

• An umbrella with a metal tip and a hook handle

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Instructions

• 1

  Purchase a long umbrella. Choose one with a hook type handle and a metal tip at the end.

• 2

  Grip the middle with the forward hand facing up and the back hand facing down to use an umbrella for self defense. If you are thrusting from the right side of your body, your left hand will be in front; the opposite is true if thrusting from the left side.

• 3

  Drag the tip of the umbrella across the assailant's stomach and pull back all in one quick motion.

• 4

  Follow up by thrusting the tip into the chin. You then have several options if the fight is not over.

• 5

  Drag the tip down the attacker's face. Then swing the handle up and strike the face.

• 6

  Finish by thrusting the middle of the umbrella, with both hands at the ends, up into the throat.

• 7

  Become familiar with your umbrella. Practice your moves just as you would practice target shooting if you owned a gun. Then instinct will take over if you are ever in a situation where you must use an umbrella for self defense.