A Deep Dive Into Modern Self Defence: Unpacking MMAShredded’s Sparring Session
If you’ve always wanted a ringside seat to understand modern self defence techniques, there’s no better teaching aid than a breakdown of the MMAShredded video “Sparring Undefeated Amateur Muay Thai Champion”. The video features Jeff Chan, an MMA expert and his friend, Calvin, an undefeated amateur Muay Thai Champion taking you through an intense sparring session. In the video, Chan elegantly demonstrates how to successfully implement effective self-defense methods. From the outset, it’s clear that despite Calvin’s prolonged break from training, his skills are still sharp. This highlights an important aspect of self defence: once ingrained, these techniques can remain with you much longer than the stamina needed for prolonged combat. One of the recurring techniques shown in the video is the interceptor body kick, keeping the opponent at bay. This relies on anticipating the opponent’s forward pressure and meeting it with a swift and well-timed body kick. Chan emphasizes how this serves to maintain distance and control the progression of the combat scenario. While sparring, Chan often applies a quarter turn sweep after locking his opponents arm and trapping the foot, effectively unbalancing his opponent. For successful self defence, you’ve got to remember – it’s not just about punches and kicks. Sometimes, the most effective self-defence techniques involve unbalancing, disorienting or temporarily immobilizing your opponent. In the sparring session, intercepting lead teeps (front push kicks) are also prominent. Front kicks aimed towards the opponent’s mid-section can disrupt their forward momentum, redirect their intended path and potentially open up gaps for counterattacks. Moreover, signals such as anticipation, retaliation, and imitation, evident at various points during the video, portray anticipation as a critical part of modern self defence. In a real-life self-defense situation, you might not have the luxury of prolonged combat. Here, Chan illustrates the potency of combining traps and sweeps with instant counterattacks. Chan’s various feints and baits throughout the session demonstrate yet another pivotal aspect of combat: the importance of mental engagement in a physical confrontation. By making your opponent react to perceived threats, you can manipulate their actions, creating openings for actual strikes. This mental game of chess, played in tandem with the physical display of strength and skill, goes a long way toward dominating an encounter. Flying kicks are displayed too, pointing to their utility in generating force and catching the opponent off guard. Crucially, these should be employed judiciously, optimally when gaps in the opponent’s defense are clearly visible. Another significant attack in the video was Chan’s cross-down-the-middle technique after a rear body kick. This focused assault, targeting the opponent’s unprotected midline, is a demonstration of the principle of efficiently exploiting vulnerabilities in an opponent’s defensive structure. However, no self-defence discourse would be complete without a word on the vital role of cardio. As Calvin exhibits signs of fatigue toward the end, the simple but non-negotiable message is reinforced – the fittest fighter is often the last one standing. It’s clear from the video that training diligently with a mix of strategy, physical fitness, and an understanding of technique mechanics can do wonders for your self-defence skills. As Chan’s exemplary performance in the video demonstrates, it’s about thinking on your feet, controlling the scenario, and applying the right techniques at the right time. But remember, while the video provides an excellent source of knowledge, practical self-defence always hinges on hands-on training, cardio fitness, and ultimately a clear mind under pressure.MMA Block
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Great spar! Amazingly impressive work from both of you 🙂 What shorts are you wearing in this vid? They look really nice
Loved this one! It is super technical and respectful for the duration. I am exceedingly impressed with Calvin, those were some high-caliber catches!
Sorry not about the content but. Jeff, how do you deal with someone who just leans back and counters all the time?
Hey, isn’t that Calvin? I haven’t seen him in a while! Where’s he headed? I heard he got a job!
Big CALVIN, what a LEGEND 🍻🍻🍷🍷🍾🍾🍻🍺
Jeff..got a question..do you do running everyday? how many times do you jog/run in a week?
Gotta put some elbow pads on too, it would be good to see.
Awsm…it was so calm and controlled…loved it👍🏻👍🏻
Jeff always consistent. He shared his wisdom with us south African fighters yesterday, was awesome and hes such a great dude. Props. I actually hope to see jeff fight again. So nice to see him fight too❤🎉
I recognise that guy on the left side of the ring 😁
Love your videos 👍 keep it up.
would love to see a sparring session between Jeff and Liam Harrison.
Super great job here, Jeff! Love seeing these super controlled and technical sparring sessions! And absolutely love the detail in your breakdown commentary!
Absolutely love those quality sparrings that are a lot of fun 😊 This one shure looks like it 💪👊😁
Will you do a breakdown of strickland vs adesanya? Id like to see your thoughs on how sean was able to nullify izzy
Calvins technic is shit
Beautiful sparring as always, and very helpful commentary!
jeff you have any plan take video how to fight like sean strickland? 🙂
i love ur vids i learn a lot if u can make moor breakdown vids man
i love watching these videos knowing that someday I can be as good lol
Cardio kills
Why don't you take a lock at ninjutsu if you dont know anything about it i think its the best street fighting option i want to train this and you don't have to use a weapon if you don't have it
Impressive!
Bice, thanks for the vid
6:28 that's one of the O'Malley's special shots, isn't it? 😀
Love that sweep… can't wait to learn that in Vietnam 😁
What shins pads is Jeff using does anyone know?
Jeff why not practice straight left into the body kick I feel like it if its so natural for you that is just a better combination that in orthodox
i know how much effort it takes to make these detailed breakdowns with the slow downs and puases and highlights. Thank you so much for these. These type of vids are the reason i subbed. Dynamite work my guy!