Chapter
Overview of Jiu Jitsu Takedowns
2:56:32 - 3:02:41 (06:08)
The takedowns in Jiu Jitsu are divided into lower body and upper body takedowns, with upper body takedowns being mostly Judo derived. Nicholas struggles with performing traditional single leg takedowns but excels in upper body Judo-based takedowns like the Uchimata.
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Nicholas favors upper body judo-based takedowns, such as Uchimata, due to the upper body connection that makes it harder for an opponent to scramble out of.
2:56:32 - 2:59:08 (02:35)
Summary
Nicholas favors upper body judo-based takedowns, such as Uchimata, due to the upper body connection that makes it harder for an opponent to scramble out of. He demonstrates his skill in Uchimata, one of the more difficult throws of Judo, and manages to perform it on someone who he couldn't take down six months prior.
ChapterOverview of Jiu Jitsu Takedowns
Episode#328 – John Danaher: Submission Grappling, ADCC, Animal Combat, and Knives
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The single leg takedown may seem easy but requires a proper understanding of timing and weight distribution.
2:59:08 - 3:00:42 (01:34)
Summary
The single leg takedown may seem easy but requires a proper understanding of timing and weight distribution. There are more intuitive throws like Uchigari, Sotogari, and Uchimada that require the same understanding.
ChapterOverview of Jiu Jitsu Takedowns
Episode#328 – John Danaher: Submission Grappling, ADCC, Animal Combat, and Knives
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Nicholas Gregoriades just released a new instructional on takedowns and standing skills for Jiu Jitsu, emphasizing the importance of grip, stance motion and getting the opponent off balance before executing the takedown.
3:00:42 - 3:02:41 (01:58)
Summary
Nicholas Gregoriades just released a new instructional on takedowns and standing skills for Jiu Jitsu, emphasizing the importance of grip, stance motion and getting the opponent off balance before executing the takedown. The key point is to learn the prerequisites to the takedowns, rather than just the takedowns themselves.