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”
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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”
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”
Kimura Setup from Knee on Belly
Taking a look at a Kimura set up from our knee on belly series. More particularly on creating pressure/pain in the arm when they are defending to… Read more “Kimura Setup from Knee on Belly”
Mitt Work – Clearing Hands for Elbows
In this video we’re taking a look at a few mitt drills you can add in with students to begin to learn the concept of clearing hands… Read more “Mitt Work – Clearing Hands for Elbows”
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”
Mitt Work – Outside Shoulder/Center Chest Feed
Taking a look at a few tactile drills for mitts. Specifically feeding cross body shoulder and center chest. These are meant to build certain reactions in the… Read more “Mitt Work – Outside Shoulder/Center Chest Feed”
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”
Aaron Jannetti 