Training advice to be able to defend myself?

Im 23, 6'6 and 220lb and are decently fit but have never taken any form of self defense training.

Recently went on a trip with some friends and we all got drunk. One of my friends started pushing me to wrestle but I wasnt into it. Eventually he went at it with me anyway and got me on the ground pinned and made jokes like he could get me anytime.

While I go to the gym moderately to stay fit, it was demoralizing to see how unprepared I was to defend myself and made me realize I am not where I need to be in terms of self-defense.

So, what is the best form self defense or training advice in general? While i'm not looking to become a professional, I am willing to dedicate as much time and effort as necessary in order to feel confident and assured of myself if the need to defend myself arises.

Thanks

Submitted May 11, 2024 at 12:54PM by glaz5 https://ift.tt/D6NZ1i4