Taking a look at a very simple Valley Drop I hit a lot from the Russian Arm or 2-on-1 position (which we are big on in our… Read more “Valley Drop from 2-on-1 to Ashi”
Tag: wrestling
Sensitivity Drill for Arm Drags, Head Clears,and Duck Unders
When introducing dynamic movements and concepts, we want to make sure we build progressions for the student (or ourselves) so that we can build towards hitting them… Read more “Sensitivity Drill for Arm Drags, Head Clears,and Duck Unders”
Knife Defense: Moving Around the Back
In this video we’re taking a look at a knife attack where the person has attached to you first with the other hand (a common occurrence) and… Read more “Knife Defense: Moving Around the Back”
Pushes, Pulls, Pivots, and the Path of Least Resistance!
In fighting, there are two general energies: pushing and pulling. In this video we’re looking at a basic concept of pivoting based off the pressure you’re getting… Read more “Pushes, Pulls, Pivots, and the Path of Least Resistance!”
Forcing the Over and Under Hook
Understanding the basics of grappling is very important in a wholistic approach to self defense. All too often systems get caught up in one control position. This… Read more “Forcing the Over and Under Hook”
Knee on Belly: Armbar and Back Take
I LOVE knee on belly! In this video we take a look at two simple concepts/techniques that can be a staple in in your KOB Game! Play… Read more “Knee on Belly: Armbar and Back Take”
A (Respectful) Breakdown of the Gracie Breakdown: Active Shooter
Many know that we spend a lot of time researching and teaching on surviving active killer events. Recently, the group from Gracie Breakdown did a video on… Read more “A (Respectful) Breakdown of the Gracie Breakdown: Active Shooter”
Fingertip (S-Grip) and Corkscrew Finish for Triangle
I have short legs… can you tell? Finishing triangles is not my thing. In this video, I walk through two tricks to finishing that triangle when you… Read more “Fingertip (S-Grip) and Corkscrew Finish for Triangle”
Options for Getting Up for Self Defense
Taking a quick look at three different ways to efficiently getting up off the floor based on whether I am looking to stand my ground, advance forward,… Read more “Options for Getting Up for Self Defense”
Unedited Class: Gun Defense from Front
I let the camera run in one of our upper level classes the other day when we were discussing gun from the front. This hasn’t been edited… Read more “Unedited Class: Gun Defense from Front”
