Modern Self-Defence: Incorporating Strikes into Clinching and Kneeing
In the dynamic world of martial arts, mastering self-defence skills is an ongoing journey. One of today’s celebrated voices in mixed martial arts (MMA), Jeff Chan, guides us through an effective strategy in a video tutorial titled “How to Strike Into the Clinich & Knee.” Let’s dive into it. The video, uploaded on August 15, 2023, is a short, dense nugget of knowledge lasting just under a minute. Jeff brilliantly demonstrates how to incorporate strikes into clinching and kneeing, an art pivotal for effective self-defence. In spite of its brevity, the video has racked up roughly 38,206 views, and for a good reason—it combines simplicity, efficiency, and application in a harmonious blend. What is striking into the Clinch & Knee? Jeff Chan spotlights this technique as an integral drill for improving your reaction and timing. It involves launching an offensive strike, followed by swiftly entering a clinch with your opponent, and finally, end with a knee strike, typically aimed at the abdomen, sternum, or thigh. This drill melds both offensive and defensive manoeuvres, making it a must-have in your MMA toolbox. While the initial strike works as a diversion, the clinch restricts your opponent’s movements and sets you up for an effective knee strike. Nailing the Technique To successfully execute this move, timing and precision are key. Your initial strike doesn’t necessarily have to land—it is essentially a feint to mask your true intent: the clinch. The art lies in quickly transitioning into the clinch the moment your opponent reacts to the feint, thus neutralizing them and setting up room for the decisive knee strike. Jeff emphasises the importance of effective clinching and kneeing as the marquee moves in this drill. So, while accuracy and speed are crucial in the striking phase, the clinch and knee’s effectiveness is what ultimately determines the outcome.Why it’s Essential for Modern Self-Defence
This strategy leans heavily on the principles of modern self-defence—catch the enemy off guard, immobilize them, and counterattack. The knee strike, in particular, is a potent cripple move that can incapacitate your opponent if executed correctly. The abdominal, sternum, and thigh regions are vulnerable areas that, when struck, can cause momentary paralysis—buying you time to either follow up with a winning move or escape from a precarious situation.Final Thoughts
While mastering strikes into clinching and kneeing may seem daunting initially, regular practice coupled with Jeff’s helpful insights can help fine-tune this skill effectively. Remember, the goal here is not just about learning new techniques but refining them to the point that they become second nature. Remember, self-defence is more than a skill—it’s an art form that evolves with you. The more techniques you learn and master, the more adaptable you become, and that is the essence of modern self-defence. Happy training!MMA Block
MMAShredded is a YouTube channel run by Jeff Chan, a professional mixed martial artist. Jeff shares detailed MMA tutorials, training tips, and fight analysis videos. His channel aims to assist enthusiasts and aspiring fighters by sharing invaluable insights from his rich professional fighting experience.
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What kinda power can you get off that skip knee. Is there an example of it in an actual match
I wish i knew how to react like you
One of the best self-defense techniques for a woman to fight a male villain. Giving a clinch, and then throwing a knee kick to his private.
The clinch is legit my worst position for me; no idea what to do in it and suck at dealing with it.
I even while in a collar tie accidentally uppercutted my sparring partners eggs trying to strike the body 😂
I hope you know I've been stealing your moves😂. Bro
Can we see a video showcasing some muay thai sweeps? Please
I have to try this
Nice I’ve been working on my clinch a lot lately
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Ahhhh this was made for me lol. Appreciate you Kru 💪🏾
Good control on those knees. I went with my son to the Muay Thai medal rounds at the World Games in Birmingham Alabama and I noticed the combatants wore elbow pads. I wonder why people don't typically wear elbow and / or knee pads in training as a safety feature?
This reminds me a lot of Kevin Holland
Curious what brand is your Muay Thai short and where to get it? It very stylish.
Is this the "Glory" gym in Sunnyside, NY?
Ayeeee Jeff! Love your videos and tutorials! Especially the ones where you showcase techniques from other famous fighters.
Question tho, if you got the time! Against a taller opponent, is it better to utilize collar ties or under hooks/over hooks to keep a dominant position? Answer if you can! Thanks for the awesome content!
The art of the 8 limbs.. nice!!!
Love those gloves bro
when are u going pro
Love the playful sparring
Sparring as it should be most of the time: playful and controlled. That's how you both learn. Only once in a while you need hard sparring. Love your videos. Very educative.
Where is your gym at ?