Perrine Férec is the highest ranking Breton in krav-maga

At 43, Perrine Férec is the highest-ranking Breton in krav-maga, this combat technique imported from Israel which frees itself from any rules, distinguishing it from martial arts. It was after experiencing situations of insecurity that the Quimperoise decided to learn to fight.

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Night is already enveloping Quimper (Finistère). Perrine Férec, 43, waits in the dark for the opening of the gymnasium at the apprentice training center, route de Bénodet. “You have to be able to defend yourself against men who are often stronger, who attack weaker people. Cowards. » The black belt tied at his waist leaves little room for doubt: it’s better not to mess with the Breton girl.

It’s been ten years since she started krav-maga, a discipline designed to defend herself against attackers in the street. “It was developed in Israel so that a soldier could learn to defend himself in three months, explains Perrine Férec. It is a very pragmatic, concrete technique, based on reflexes. » Even today, Krav Maga…