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The Defend, Escape, Counter series is the first series that TFW did after their first huge series that was released for free. Defend, Escape, Counter focuses on how to escape positions and submissions; however, the escapes from positions were almost all covered in their first series. That being said, it’s still helpful to have those techniques laid out on one DVD; especially if you didn’t purchase the first set.
The escapes from the submissions are well laid out. They focus on escaping the submissions taught to you in the first set. While it can be frustrating training these escapes at first (because that means you are getting submitted), it does pay off to drill them a LOT. Overall, this set is affordable and that helps out with this review. The content isn’t magnificent and shocking- but the subject that it is covering really doesn’t allow for any of that. Because of the price being so low and the content being applicable and helpful- I rate Defend, Escape, Counter with 4 stars!
Smarter, NOT Harder! was the video set that started it all for TrainFightWin.com! This set is absolutely unbelievable and should be STRONGLY considered by anyone who is getting involved in Mixed Martial Arts or No-Gi submission grappling. The best part about this 7 hour set is the sequence of the techniques. They are organized into belt color to show the progression of difficulty, but they are really laid out in a way that builds on the techniques that you have already learned as your skill level increases.
The only real drawback to this set is the camera zoom. Richard explains on his site that there was no one available to film him and his training partner during the taping of this set, and so the zoom is placed pretty far back. If you are simply viewing this on YouTube, it is quite distracting. However if you get this set on DVD, you will be able to get a LOT more of the detail on a TV screen than in a computer monitor. Furthermore, if you view the set on your computer in full-screen mode, it is completely viewable.
That being said- this is probably the most comprehensive and well organized approach to teaching MMA/BJJ online that we have encountered. It is methodically laid out so that any grappler, regardless of skill level, can quickly find where they need to begin.
This video set receives 4.5 stars. It is a great tool for your skill set that you should definitely look into!
Ari Bolden of Submissions 101 has teamed up with some great accomplices to bring the Fitness Jiu Jitsu program. This program goes through everything from stretching and warming up to strength and conditioning exercises. I thought that the approach was well organized (as always with Ari) and that the content was very valuable to anyone wanting to get in better shape for jiu-jitsu or MMA. Check out the video below:
The rank of purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is the gateway to the advanced game. It cannot be defined by a list of techniques, but instead requires a combination of skills. In this instructional 2 DVD set, Roy Dean outlines his skill requirements for the rank, and gives viewers a template for the “game” of BJJ, which they can change and personalize. Submission and strategies from the mount, sidemount, guard and back positions are covered, as well as lower body submissions and guard passing. Also included is sparring footage, rank demonstrations, and guidelines for growth on your BJJ journey.
This DVD contains no region codes and is available for playback worldwide!
The key to effective Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a solid understanding of the fundamentals. In this instructional 2 DVD set, Roy Dean outlines his blue belt requirements for BJJ. Mount escapes, sidemount escapes, armlocks, chokes, leg locks, guard passes and takedowns are all clearly detailed. Also included are perspectives on the journey from white belt to black belt, a look at BJJ combinations, competition footage, and 3 dynamic blue belt demonstrations.
Check Out This Sample Instruction of the Triangle Choke:
This DVD contains no region codes and is available for playback worldwide!
Aikido and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blackbelt Roy Dean presents a comprehensive overview of wristlocks on this 2 DVD set. Disc I covers 7 basic techniques of Aikido, clearly explained and demonstrated, including variations influenced by Roy Dean’s training in Japanese Jujutsu and BJJ. Wristlocks specifically for groundfighting are detailed, with every technique shows having had proven success against resisting opponents. Blackbelt demonstrations in aiki arts and competition footage with wristlocks are also included.
Disc II contains 3 seminars held at the beautiful Yosokan Dojo in Monterey, California. The first covers basic BJJ techniques and their correlation to Aikido movements. The second connects standing wristlocks with BJJ groundwork, and the third is a no gi grappling clinic that explores footlocks and lower body submissions.
This DVD contains no region codes and is available for playback worldwide!
If you are interested in grappling in any shape, form, or fashion- then you NEED to check out the 1001 Submissions book. It is incredibly useful and contains a lot of submission combinations, setups, counters, etc. This book is MASSIVE and is completely irreplaceable in your tool set. I guarantee that even if you are a black belt, you will see a setup that you either didn’t know or had forgotten about. It is that helpful…
