Self Defense for Seniors by Matt Pasquinilli | Motivated Savages

Self Defense for Seniors

by Matt Pasquinilli

An illustrated guide to awareness, boundaries, balance, and a practice plan adapted to your abilities.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

Stay aware, protect your independence, and build a practical plan for everyday safety.

In Self Defense for Seniors, Matt Pasquinilli draws on more than 30 years of self-defense teaching experience to help older adults prepare for uncomfortable encounters and recognize opportunities to reach safety.

This illustrated guide starts with skills you can use before a situation becomes physical: noticing concerning behavior, setting clear boundaries, choosing an exit, and asking for help. It then introduces protective movements and cane-handling concepts, with attention to balance, mobility needs, and safe practice.

Inside you’ll find:

• 20 chapters covering awareness, verbal boundaries, personal protection, and everyday safety.
• Real photographs from Matt’s training videos illustrating hand positions, protective movements, and walking-stick control.
• Practical scenarios for shopping, parking lots, home visits, travel, and public events.
• Seated practice options and guidance on preserving necessary mobility support.
• A 30-day practice program to turn the lessons into manageable habits.
• Reusable planning worksheets for outings, travel, companions, and continued training.

Designed to complement Matt’s practical self-defense and cane courses, this book helps beginners choose training that fits their current abilities.

Build useful habits, make clearer decisions, and keep doing the things that matter to you.

Book Details:

• Genre: Safety & Preparedness, Self-defense, personal safety, older adults
• Format: Paperback, eBook