A Closer Look at Modern Self-Defence: 7 Key Offensive Techniques for Beginners
In today’s article, we’ll be dissecting an in-depth educational video by MMA expert Jeff Chan, the brains behind the popular YouTube channel “MMAShredded.” In his video, Jeff provides invaluable insights into seven basic attack combinations that are crucial for self-defence enthusiasts to master. Since the video’s launch, it has acquired over 38,000 views, testament to its value to beginners and experts alike. Jeff’s step-by-step video guide focuses on perfecting core movements before progressing to more intricate techniques. He opens with a detailed walkthrough of the lead hook to rear body kick. This combo takes advantage of the weight shift associated with throwing a left hook which loads up power into your upcoming right kick. Jeff even suggests a shuffled approach to create space and increase the joint power of this combo. In contrast, the cross to lead body kick technique uses the momentum from right to left to generate force. Jeff highlights multiple options such as stepping forward after launching the cross or opting for a switch stance. Interestingly, the cross to rear body kick or high kick is not about power but deception. Jeff explains that throwing a cross successfully may coax your opponent into parrying with their left hand, leaving you with an unobstructed path to land your right kick. Following this, the fourth basic dissected by Jeff is an apparent paradox: a jab into a powerful rear high kick. Despite our natural tendency to shift our weight to the rear leg, Jeff demonstrates how to create ample force even when moving to the lead leg, emphasizing the importance of the jab as a range-finder. The next technique involves doubling down on the jab with a jab into lead body kick. The key here is using the jab as a diversion while preparing for an immediate follow-up with the lead kick, demonstrating the practicality of the jab beyond its traditionally perceived roles. The sixth combo, the cross into lead long knee, borrows the footwork from the battering cross to lead high kick highlighted previously. Despite its inherent power and potency, the knee strike can be more challenging to execute, especially against a seasoned adversary who maintains good distance control. Finally, Jeff introduces the last of the aforementioned combos: the lead hook into rear long knee. Just like the very first combo, this one too exploits the weight shifting from throwing a lead hook to power up a rear knee strike, providing a robust short-range offensive capability. Jeff’s systematic approach to teaching these core tenets makes complex techniques accessible for beginners and acts as a handy refresher for more experienced practitioners. His focus on power, accuracy, and timely execution emphasizes how off-image and leverage can be used not just to bash away at your opponent but to subtlety disrupt their rhythm and quickly close in for a fight-ending maneuver. Remember, in self-defence and particularly in MMA, it’s not just about the hardest punch or kick; it’s about the right strike at the right time. It’s never too early to start familiarizing yourself with these basics and integrating them into your training routine. Now, let’s get out there and shred!MMA Block
MMAShredded is a popular YouTube channel owned by Jeff Chan, a professional MMA fighter. The channel provides valuable insights about mixed martial arts, highlighting Chan’s journey and experiences. His tutorials and training sessions, showcased in high-quality videos, inspire, guide and educate aspiring fighters around the world.
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What amazing u r.π
Jeff What if you train in your lucid dreams I think that would be a interesting video
Gotta add these to my techniques
Awsome, exactly what I was looking for. Well done!
This is fkn brilliant. Im a karate guy who hasnβt sparred much but has started doing mma type sparring at my dojo on Sundays. I use your videos to get ideas. Tell me though – your left hook on that first combo looks very extended and long almost like a jab. Would a jab be a suitable substitute here? I feel super open throwing that hook from a distance
Fantastic explanations and sparring footage to match!
Nice Jeff. So smart. I like 1 & 7 because throwing a left hook people arent usually looking for it and its harder to see it coming. I like your point about the knee being more powerful than the kick. The momentum from left attack to right attack throw more weight into it. Nice.:)
Wow Jeff! So, how long does it take to get all these edits? LOL Maybe you cut videos early and have a library of moves?
Would love to see a sparing session with Siam Boxing.
SOLID BASICS !!!!!!!!!!!
If you dont mind me asking, why do you keep your hands so low
lovely, i do this tomorrow while sparring with my friends!!
I needed this. Thank you.
I always watch your videos for ideas for myself. As mostly a striker myself it's nice to see combos and tips that dont lead to grappling straight away π
Can you do a step by step head movement drills. Show us to use our use our lower leg work and head movement to dodge
I can't wait to try these combos in my next sparring. Thanks!
You probably already have videos on defense, so I'll have a look for that next
@MMAShredded Jeff Breakdown either my Greatest Hits Sparring top pro Vids or My Neo Striking Cluster Fighting System. Also curious your thoughts on my response to @GabrielVargaOfficial 5 ways to land Fancy Kicks vid with tips…
i get scared whenever i am against the wall and i am the youngest in my gyms kickboxing sparring so i am the lightest and all their punches hurt a lot
me and my friend after a "mild disagreement"
Love your content bro, I'm a beginner Muay Thai and Boxing practitioner and your stuff has been really helpful
Great breakdown of fundamentals!
Jeff, have you ever considered competing in Glory Kickboxing? I think you would do amazing.
Could you please post more grappling tutorials?
Whenβs ur next fight ?