Continuing this week with another view of the Brabo Choke, (also known as D'Arce choke) this video shows an interesting and useful grip that can be applied to force your opponent onto his back.
Pay special attention to this and next post I'll be adding onto this demonstration with a video showing the Brabo applied as a counter to a shoot for a double leg.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Technique Analysis; The Brabo Choke Continued...
Now that we've seen a very basic variation of the Brabo Choke, let's take a look at the complete choke with the arm in.
I say complete because this is the full version of the choke and trapping the opponent's arm in makes the choke tighter.
It's not that the previous version doesn't work well, it's just that this is the full version of the choke and has a higher percentage of working because of the trapped arm.
You should experiment with both variations.
The true beauty of the Brabo is it's versatility. You can use this choke from many positions and it works well in taking your opponents by surprise.
Again, pay close attention to the trapped arm in this video.
Here white gi places it on blue gi while blue gi is passing white's guard and establishing side control.
I say complete because this is the full version of the choke and trapping the opponent's arm in makes the choke tighter.
It's not that the previous version doesn't work well, it's just that this is the full version of the choke and has a higher percentage of working because of the trapped arm.
You should experiment with both variations.
The true beauty of the Brabo is it's versatility. You can use this choke from many positions and it works well in taking your opponents by surprise.
Again, pay close attention to the trapped arm in this video.
Here white gi places it on blue gi while blue gi is passing white's guard and establishing side control.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Technique Analysis; The Brabo Choke From Inside Half Guard
Due to popular demand I'll be putting out a series of technique reviews on current video clips that are out there. It seems like alot of you miss these technique analysis type posts so I'll be returning to them over the next couple of weeks.
Over the next few posts I'll be looking at different possibilities and applications of the brabo choke, also known as the d'arce choke.
This first one goes over the basics of applying the choke from inside your opponents half guard. I chose this clip to start with because of it's simplicity as well as it's clear demonstration of proper arm placement for the choke.
The beauty of the brabo choke is it's applicability from a variety of positions and this is what makes it a very versatile choke as well as one of my favorites.
Pay attention to an important variation in the technique that I'll be discussing in a future post in that here they are demonstrating the choke without the arm in. I will more clearly be pointing out this difference in the next post.
Over the next few posts I'll be looking at different possibilities and applications of the brabo choke, also known as the d'arce choke.
This first one goes over the basics of applying the choke from inside your opponents half guard. I chose this clip to start with because of it's simplicity as well as it's clear demonstration of proper arm placement for the choke.
The beauty of the brabo choke is it's applicability from a variety of positions and this is what makes it a very versatile choke as well as one of my favorites.
Pay attention to an important variation in the technique that I'll be discussing in a future post in that here they are demonstrating the choke without the arm in. I will more clearly be pointing out this difference in the next post.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
The Importance Of Repetition In Training.
Repetition is a standard method of training in many martial arts and although many people will tell you that repetition will lead to the perfection of your techniques, this is only a half-truth.
Yes, repetition IS necessary to develop proper technique however it has it's limits.
The more accurate statement is that perfect and focused repetition is more productive than repetition alone.
Think about it.
Do you think 1000 reps of the same move will develop your skill as much as 100 reps where there is an effort to get all the details down perfectly as well as stay focused on the details as you're performing them?
I would go with the 100 focused reps anyday.
The point here is that although repetition is critical, you can fall into a trap where you waste time and do little for your advancement by aimlessly performing reps.
Staying focused on proper execution and paying close attention to the details will make every rep count.
This will take your skills further than doing 10 times the reps poorly.
Now, let's look at what makes repetitions a necessary part of training.
All champions share one thing in common regardless of their sport.
Simply put, they are able to pull off the technical moves necessary in their sport without thinking about them. This leaves them free to focus on strategy and pull off their techniques in the moment as they are needed.
By realizing the benefits and limits of repetition in your training, you can take your skills to higher levels regardless of the martial art or combat sport you practice.
Yes, repetition IS necessary to develop proper technique however it has it's limits.
The more accurate statement is that perfect and focused repetition is more productive than repetition alone.
Think about it.
Do you think 1000 reps of the same move will develop your skill as much as 100 reps where there is an effort to get all the details down perfectly as well as stay focused on the details as you're performing them?
I would go with the 100 focused reps anyday.
The point here is that although repetition is critical, you can fall into a trap where you waste time and do little for your advancement by aimlessly performing reps.
Staying focused on proper execution and paying close attention to the details will make every rep count.
This will take your skills further than doing 10 times the reps poorly.
Now, let's look at what makes repetitions a necessary part of training.
All champions share one thing in common regardless of their sport.
Simply put, they are able to pull off the technical moves necessary in their sport without thinking about them. This leaves them free to focus on strategy and pull off their techniques in the moment as they are needed.
By realizing the benefits and limits of repetition in your training, you can take your skills to higher levels regardless of the martial art or combat sport you practice.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Think There Are No "Secrets" In BJJ? Think Again...
It amazes me that people think there is nothing secret about performing at a higher level.
Just practice more and you'll figure it all out they'll say.
Well maybe it shouldn't amaze me because most people never excel or reach their potential, should I dare say that they are just lacking belief?
Or is it something more?
If you've only been practicing BJJ for under a year then you'll want to especially pay close attention to the post.
I hear many people new to BJJ say that improvement will come with more mat time. And although this is very true it isn't completely true.
What you do with your mat time is more important than just how much time you spend on the mat.
If you haven't heard this before then listen up as I reveal a "secret" that most people starting out in BJJ don't realise or weren't told enough.
Make the basics second nature.
My instructor once told me long ago, the basics are basic not because they are the easiest aspects of your training but because that is what you will use most in your training, without strong basics your game will never be what it can be. You'll always spend too much time to execute techniques that should be second nature to you and your game will suffer because of it.
Think about it, picture the best out there.
Whether Rickson Gracie, Marcelo Garcia, Xande Ribeiro, or anyone else. Do you think they execute any of the basics differently than anyone else? The difference isn't in how they execute the basics it's in their mastery of the basics.
It's in the fact that they don't have to "think" about applying the basics they just "do it" without any thought and that's one of the secrets to their mastery of their game.
So to make the most of your mat time identify all the basic moves you need to work on, shrimping, upa, the sit out, etc,... and dedicate mat time to perfecting these basics that you will use most of the time for the rest of your grappling years.
The secret of defense.
Although everyone knows that submissions are the most attractive part of BJJ, it's the part that leads up to the submission that eludes most beginners. The way to evolve past this stage is to develop a solid defense and this is where escapes are crucial. Being able to escape from bad positions and further yourself into a dominant position is what the game is all about so focus on developing an iron-clad defensive game early on.
Your long term success in BJJ depends on your ability to escape and better your position.
These are but two of the "secrets" in Jiujitsu but two of the most fundamental if you are ever to advance your game beyond your foundation.
Remember the strength of your bascis and escapes are what will allow you to advance your game to a higher level.
Just practice more and you'll figure it all out they'll say.
Well maybe it shouldn't amaze me because most people never excel or reach their potential, should I dare say that they are just lacking belief?
Or is it something more?
If you've only been practicing BJJ for under a year then you'll want to especially pay close attention to the post.
I hear many people new to BJJ say that improvement will come with more mat time. And although this is very true it isn't completely true.
What you do with your mat time is more important than just how much time you spend on the mat.
If you haven't heard this before then listen up as I reveal a "secret" that most people starting out in BJJ don't realise or weren't told enough.
Make the basics second nature.
My instructor once told me long ago, the basics are basic not because they are the easiest aspects of your training but because that is what you will use most in your training, without strong basics your game will never be what it can be. You'll always spend too much time to execute techniques that should be second nature to you and your game will suffer because of it.
Think about it, picture the best out there.
Whether Rickson Gracie, Marcelo Garcia, Xande Ribeiro, or anyone else. Do you think they execute any of the basics differently than anyone else? The difference isn't in how they execute the basics it's in their mastery of the basics.
It's in the fact that they don't have to "think" about applying the basics they just "do it" without any thought and that's one of the secrets to their mastery of their game.
So to make the most of your mat time identify all the basic moves you need to work on, shrimping, upa, the sit out, etc,... and dedicate mat time to perfecting these basics that you will use most of the time for the rest of your grappling years.
The secret of defense.
Although everyone knows that submissions are the most attractive part of BJJ, it's the part that leads up to the submission that eludes most beginners. The way to evolve past this stage is to develop a solid defense and this is where escapes are crucial. Being able to escape from bad positions and further yourself into a dominant position is what the game is all about so focus on developing an iron-clad defensive game early on.
Your long term success in BJJ depends on your ability to escape and better your position.
These are but two of the "secrets" in Jiujitsu but two of the most fundamental if you are ever to advance your game beyond your foundation.
Remember the strength of your bascis and escapes are what will allow you to advance your game to a higher level.
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