9 Self Defense Tips for You and 4 Self Defense Tips for Your Kids. This information is about self defense. It is my belief that, with the exception of firearms, the majority of self defense techniques and tactics are based on the martial arts. For that reason I have included some basic information about martial arts and my reasons for doing so is to help you should you decide to formally learn a martial art to enhance learning more about self defense. After all, learning to defend yourself is easy, focused training in a martial art is not. You may read through this and ultimately decide to by a gun, that is your choice, but either way hopefully you have made an informed decision. Actually, martial arts are for everyone. This is so true, regardless of your health conditions, or what physical shape you are in, martial arts can provide you with tremendous benefits. It most certainly can help you become stronger and increase your range of motion and flexibility. It does not matter how old you are; it is excellent for children as well as for seniors and for everyone in between. This is a FREE PDF article that can be read on any computer. Reply with the e-mail address you would like the article sent to and it will be on the way in 24 hours and there’s absolutely no obligation.