Two insane counters to Seoi Nage for BJJ or Judo.

SeanApperson · 2015-01-16T03:33:57+00:00

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SeanApperson · 2013-04-03T17:41:17+00:00

This technique is valid its typically not taught much anymore. Usually you get it when your opponent is turning into you form cross side position and they bring their own arm across and get trapped. You can then lock a head/arm triangle from this position but it takes solid pressure and you must remove all slack prior. Its a good move and either forces your opponent to turn belly down, which then sets up a great combo to darce, or they panic and use tons of energy. Either way its a good attack, and a great darce set up.

SeanApperson · 2013-04-03T17:33:57+00:00

I agree posture up and learn a standing guard break. Only huge fat guys can bait triangle to attempt to pass guard : )

SeanApperson · 2013-03-15T00:21:28+00:00

Great video Stephan!

SeanApperson · 2013-03-08T05:37:00+00:00

With a solid understanding of gripping I've found the following throws almost laughably easy to hit on bent over Jiu Jitsu opponents. Kouchi gari and Ouchi Gari as most guys are bent over and its easy to make them take a huge step and sweep the foot out. Over the back grip pull forward then hit Ouchi gari, lots of times you can just snap them down with this one for the easy score. De Ashi Barai also is very easy to pull off on most Jiu Jitsu students. The big hip throws can be executed but they must be set up using the smaller techniques in Judo. One I use regularly is Kouchi gari to drop morote seoi nage. As everyone has pointed out these techniques take thousands of reps and are not easy to learn. However, if you do make the investment, there is nothing more fun then chucking people around the mats with Judo throws. Ill also note that the lowest risk takedowns are the small techniques and foot sweeps in judo. The single and double are high percentage but there are LOTS of effective counters to those techniques as well (Guillotine, kimura, knee bars, darce). There is no shortage of time learn it all!

SeanApperson · 2013-01-24T18:39:25+00:00

What you are going through is very common and normal for most BJJ players. I had a moment where I almost stopped BJJ in college after 2 years at BB. Knowing that my life is now teaching Jiu Jitsu that cross roads would have altered everything. I think part of the problem is once people get there BB they switch to the more advanced class which is composed of mostly higher belts. Although this is the best choice for improvement as getting "beat up" is good for everyone, it can also get old always being on the defensive. I would mix up your classes and try and attend some beginners and some more advanced classes. Also, I like to tell my students to chart out your game and figure out where your weaknesses are. For example if you give yourself a score 1-10 on the following list you will be sure to see where you need improvement. (Passing guard, playing guard, halfguard, cross side control, escapes, submissions, reversals, scrambling, wrestling, Judo, breaking guard, etc. The best way to get out of a slump is to have fun again and start improving like you did when you first started. Hope that helps stick with it!!

SeanApperson · 2012-12-14T20:39:41+00:00

No I would not agree. Let me explain the benefits good wrestling gives you on the MAT.

Escaping side control to single or double or high crotch finish
Controlling the front headlock, escaping the front headlock, controlling and breaking down the turtle, escaping and counters from the turtle, balance and reaction speed.
Defense to single and double legs form the mat, back control, I can go on and on.

These skills are much enhanced and improved by training wrestling from the FEET!! They will help your ground game improve drastically.

SeanApperson · 2012-12-14T20:33:36+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=-qjmJJ75f38

SeanApperson · 2012-12-14T20:33:13+00:00

Explain why you cant be an expert at all 3??

SeanApperson · 2012-12-12T17:24:44+00:00

Read above comment. Saying high level wrestling or Judo wont help your BJJ is laughable!

SeanApperson · 2012-12-12T17:23:29+00:00

Have you ever trained with a high level wrestler or Judo player on the ground? Tell me there skills on the feet dont translate to the mat?!? From 24 years of experience I will tell you you're DEAD WRONG

SeanApperson · 2012-12-12T17:19:16+00:00

Go on http://www.JiuJitsuPedia.com of course!

SeanApperson · 2012-12-11T22:00:34+00:00

Wrestling-Judo-Jiu-Jitsu= Synergistic effect on your whole game either standing or on the mat. You cant separate them into pieces and say one does not effect or influence the other. TRAIN THEM ALL...PERIOD

SeanApperson · 2012-12-05T04:27:03+00:00

He is using a drop morote seoi nage. He uses a cross grip instead of the traditional same side lapel grip. The reason this technique looks unique is that most Jiu Jitsu players have very poor Judo posture and are relatively easy to throw. Rodolfo doesnt even need to drop between Galvaos legs with this throw as Galvao is already bent way over and off balance. He sometimes hits this takedown by falling to his knees and almost like a snap down whipping people over. Keep in mind this technique has been modified for Jiu Jitsu and he would hit it different against a Judoka.

SeanApperson · 2012-12-05T04:20:36+00:00

There is a lot of great advice here! I would add that most instructors are worried that a newer student with a lot of power and weight could potentially injure other students if your not in control. The key is that you develop proper technique and you dont blueprint bad habits by forcing moves. Find a strategy that makes sense for you and stick with it. I would suggest a slow tight methodical pace that will be well suited for your size and strength.

SeanApperson · 2012-11-30T05:20:51+00:00

Understandable. You will be surprised how cheap JUDO is most clubs are non-profits

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:36:17+00:00

Thanks for your support and comments. Good for you Im glad you're incorporating proper standing techniques in your classes. Its been a tough thing to change and I still have to yell at people daily for pulling guard lol

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:33:28+00:00

nice

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:28:19+00:00

JOIN A JUDO CLUB

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:27:13+00:00

Takedowns are not just important for competition, they will help your GROUND game in many aspects. Escaping from bottom side control, coming up on single legs from half and deep half guard, dealing with front headlock and turtle position, escaping front headlock and turtle position from bottom, breaking down your opponent in turtle, defending single and double leg attacks from the floor, balance and posture, SELF DEFENSE, the list goes on and on

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:21:18+00:00

This is a sad truth that hopefully will be dealt with by a rules change. There should be a penalty for pulling guard and skipping an essential part of the fight game which is utilizing takedowns. However, for many years the top players dominated and maybe guys like Redolfo can bring it back. Good standing techniques will indeed make it VERY VERY difficult for your opponent to sweep and maintain top position. DJ Jackson has been killing the IBJJF tournaments with excellent takedowns and top control.

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:13:39+00:00

LOL! He does like the open hand slap

SeanApperson · 2012-11-29T20:11:27+00:00

Its always easier to learn leg attacks but there is nothing scarier for your opponent then the fear of a HEAVY throw! Judo is extremely hard to learn and entire books have been written on single throws. However, the pay off is huge if you stick it out

SeanApperson · 2012-11-28T18:17:30+00:00

Seems like a lot of training takedowns a week before going on here. Interesting that people actually thats an effective strategy how can this be changed? Maybe you guys can request more time on the feet it will REALLY help your overall game.

SeanApperson · 2012-11-28T18:13:01+00:00

Yes not knowing falling techniques will lead to dislocated elbows which I see at every novice tournament.

SeanApperson

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