Understanding Jiu Jitsu by John Danaher, Bernardo Faria & Gordon Ryan

Understanding Jiu Jitsu by John Danaher, Bernardo Faria & Gordon Ryan
Jiu-Jitsu is a continually evolving martial art that is now required for anybody who wants to practice mixed martial arts or just wants to defend themselves. In this video, John Danaher - one of the most famous and respected Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Coaches takes 5x World Champion Bernardo Faria & ADCC Champ Gordon Ryan through an explaination of body mechanics as they relate to Jiu Jitsu.
John is explains that Jiu Jitsu is a system that requires 2-6 steps depending on the situation and how much resistance an opponent gives. While both athletes, Gordon Ryan & Bernardo Faria both practice Jiu Jitsu, they both have different areas that they specialize in. Mr Ryan is best known for his leg attacks, back attacks and his unique system of passing- all without the gi, while Mr Faria is best known for his sweeps from half guard and his pressure passing on top - in the gi.
To learn Jiu Jitsu you need not to be fast, strong, flexible or explosive, you only need to understand the body, how it moves and have the ability to follow directions. Watch as 3 of the best teachers in the art and sport of Jiu Jitsu shed some light on the process. We hope this video and many of the others at bjjfanatics.com help you along your Jiu Jitsu journey.
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[@BernardoFariaBJJ]

Its always a pleasure to be on the videos with John :)

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

:) 👍😀

[@ezra420420]

Thanks man always great

[@gerardleeman3932]

This should be day one, minute one viewing for all new white belts. No surprise it is a collaboration from two great houses of BJJ. Oss.

[@michaelstrong4823]

Velho, eu tiro o chapeu para você irmão. Você está gravando vídeos com os melhores visionários. A maioria do pessoal das academias das antigas falam que “só e bom em chave de pé”, quero ver com pano etc. e por isso que os EUA está ultrapassando o BR. Cabeça fechada. Um forte abraço. E obrigado. Osss. Faixa preta do Otávio Peixotinho, Carlson Gracie.

[@champlife6353]

It is alwats a plasure to subscribe to you 🤣🤣👍

[@leglocksdontwork4243]

It‘s time for mr Danaher to become a Bond villain

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Leglocks Don‘t work hahahahha

[@micvili7527]

Leglocks Don‘t work Yes, the movie can be called Golden Ryan

[@kenwu7]

Leglocks Don‘t work he's probably already cast for some fast and furious role that has absolutely nothing to do with racing. in fact the next one might not have 1 single car in it.

[@leglocksdontwork4243]

Mic Vili or „the leg is not enough“

[@andresviveros3994]

Wearing a rash guard?

[@CraigStarger]

I hope John continues making videos into his 90s like some kind of BJJ version of David Attenborough.

[@cameronmiller6240]

Craig Starger David strangleborough

[@UnknownEntity334]

😅😅😅

[@nooneatall5612]

That nod at 15:11 gave me this vibe: Supreme overlord of Jiu jitsu Danaher: Yes Gordon Ryan proceed.

[@mkl4705]

LOLLLLLLL

[@conanthebarbarian7223]

😂

[@beckothegecko6677]

So accurate haha

[@ysammo214]

gave me a vibe too lol i rewinded that moment so many times

[@itsphilipp806]

The only thing better is the Mortal Kombat moment at 15:47

[@gpcm9226]

Danaher is my favorite teacher. Something about the way he communicates makes the information STICK inside my brain and that is crucial when fighting or rolling.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thats awesome... And we agree with that :) :) :)

[@MiroslawHorbal]

I love how Gordan Ryan could tear the limbs off of a typical human being and is one of the greats of the sport... but he looks at John like he is seeking approval. That's some serious respect right there.

[@jmoz]

Miroslaw Horbal some serious hespect right there.

[@ameerulaqmalmalek9470]

John is worth to be respected.

[@shelbukowski1443]

Yes that's it. He was seeking approval.

[@lowlowseesee]

the beauty of master and master student lol. he knows john is the key to all his deepest understandings. in essence...gordan is a younger vessel for John. if john was 21 with no body issues he could do a lot of the shit himself but he can't. its the reason splinter trained the turtles man

[@sch2412]

"finish him" (john danaher, 19.6.2019)

[@jesuschristislord7754]

😂👌

[@swiper1131]

made me lol hard

[@tojiroh]

John Danaher is, secretly, Shang Tsung. He reaps souls through his undead ninja lieutenants Ryan and Tonon's leg locks.

[@papabear328]

Mortal Kombat theme song started playing in my head the moment he said it 😂

[@MichaelJeffrey]

KANO WINS. FATALITY

[@arielsuave]

I feel like I've learned 2 years worth of life-saving material in just 25 minutes. Thank you John, Bernardo, and Gordon for explaining the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu in a clear, crisp, and concise manner.

[@SuperlativeElectric]

"...Finish him." 15:46 Just sounded so natural.

[@UrSushiSenpai]

Darth Sidious vibes

[@raydani8748]

Love how John Danaher always refers to Gordon as 'Gordon Ryan'. "Hey John", "Hello Gordon Ryan"

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

hahahahahaha :)

[@tomwolfe7782]

Joe Rogan has mentioned that he and Joey Diaz have known one another for many years, and yet Joey always calls him "Joe Rogan", i.e., "I'm tellin' ya, Joe Rogan..." It's always his full name. I love the quirky people of the world. It really adds color to interaction for people to vary in this way.

[@raydani8748]

Right on, Thomas Hudson

[@papabear328]

@@tomwolfe7782 Joe "H"ogan as Machado would say 😂

[@Rujewitblood]

It's because they're both first names, Danaher's powerful intellect glitches out as he's trying to follow the rules of english grammar

[@jarlgreen1630]

As a white belt, the step by step breakdown of BJJ has just helped me immeasurably. Thank you to all of the Professors who made this video!

[@juleslee6883]

Four stripe white belt here. Wish I had seen this when I started, feel like I wasted the first 6 months. Great work, great communication. Keep it up!

[@BJJLegLocker]

Actually, it complement what you have learned. You knew what to do, now you know why to do and when to do. 😉

[@Alex-ej3by]

Faria and Danaher in the same vid? Instant like! On the edge of my seat when these two talk.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks for the support :) :) :)

[@Leitefsj]

I have A LOT of DVDs about jiu-jitsu, but Danaher's, Ryan's, along with some material from Neil Melanson, Tom DeBlass and Lachlan Giles (and Bernardo's, if you're a beginner and Keenan's if you're a hardcore gi competitor) are absolutely everything you need.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks for the support :)

[@Eric3Frog]

Francisco Leite very helpful. Thanks.

[@MrCinpo]

Can you Link the Channels

[@callumthejudo696]

Never thought my favourite pass and guard submission would be shown to this high quality from two legends

[@ZinziSikiti]

Thank you for the lesson Dr Evil

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSS :) :) :)

[@UnknownEntity334]

😅😅

[@stupidandboot4507]

100 billion dollars!

[@toomuchtruth]

Wow that was awesome! John's talk on Jujitsu on JRE was incredibly enlightening on what looked like chaos to me in MMA fights. It made me a fan of the martial art of Jujitsu itself. Thanks guys!

[@austinpryel]

I thought I had a fly on my screen and tried to swat it off

[@toomuchtruth]

@@austinpryel Sorry, lol

[@lylecarlsonsurfboard]

Great video thank you John, Bernardo and Gordon

[@googleisevil1041]

There is something quite magnificent about Danaher in a gi

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSS 👍👍

[@SirLuke007]

1. Take fight to ground Top system 2. Get past dangerous legs (passing guard) and into dominant upper body pin Neon belly (ok punching position) Mount (better punching position) Rear mount (best position for punching/submission) 3. Work through hierarchy of pins Movements around opponents body to go from pin to pin The more that pin offers control and leads to striking ability the more reward the pin gets 4. Submissions Joint lock or strangle lock to finish

[@WestcountryDude]

As a white belt, who is trying to make sense of the chaos that is jiu jitsu, John is immeasurably helpful in orienting me in what the hell is going on. More so than anyone else. Great introductory video.

[@udlchroma]

The podcast was amazing. Its so cerebral and there is so much insight, just go watch it

[@atarayoga7557]

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I was missing from my training at the gym - clarifies the foundational logic of the sport in such a clear way. I adore your way of explaining. Much thanks!! 🙏😊

[@ybench5871]

Thank you for this beautiful video !!!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks for the support :) :) :)

[@symbiot888]

Thx for being so clear and concise ..👍

[@cotton3349]

what a great video! very much appreciated!!

[@patrickdavis9285]

Still confused after a couple weeks of classes, this video is exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[@Daniel-from-Texas]

I love the way John teaches.

[@JSMinstantcoaching]

Any white belt should watch this at least 10 times first, before even stepping on any mat. Understanding is always a solid foundation for practice.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks so much for the support. We truly appreciate it a lot :) :) :)

[@dimitardobrev3296]

Loving this content thank you so much, I am learning so much from you and using it in training with results. ❤

[@stellarmella2131]

this content can actually be found in Danaher's book Mastering Jujitsu

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSS 😀

[@TakedownBreakdown]

That was so awesome to watch. This has become my favorite KZbin channel.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSSS :) :) :)

[@nicholassmith3228]

Really love how you guys have brought so many awesome players into a massive Think-tank of grappling lol. Cheers to you all, and thank you for so many contributions to the game!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Nicholas Smith thanks for the support! 👍👍👍

[@RonaldMexico]

I’m usually a guy that just jumps into things, BJJ included. At times in class I found terms I was unfamiliar with (such as “posturing up”) or slightly lost in what my current goal was (submission). You come to realize that BJJ is so much more than the goal of “submit your opponent” and when you think about it in the steps that John and co lay out here, you can break down your match/altercation into smaller, sub goals allowing you to be more successful in the ultimate goal of submission. Like another commenter said, this video is gold - it’s given me two years of knowledge usually found by trial and error or talking with the higher belts at your gym in only 25 minutes. Amazing!

[@CrimxSun]

Little tip from coming from a music producer. Filter out the lower end of the audio a bit. If you need anyone to master the audio pls let me know, I'd happily do it for you.

[@Slumpthemenace]

Yes

[@Slumpthemenace]

I dont produce i like to eq on garageband and even i can spot little things like that

[@tokinabo]

well explained! thx a lot for sharing this valuable summary :-)

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks for the support Raymond...

[@EnriqueGiliOrtiz]

Great introduction! Thank you, guys, for sharing.

[@robjonespal]

Sublime video, so succinct and explained beautifully. Excellent demonstrations by Gordon and Bernado. Just fkin so good it's scary.

[@patw9934]

Awesome video. Thank you for all you do for the jiujitsu community.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Pat W thank you for your support 👍👍

[@dandebiasio1185]

This video had my normally scattered and chaotic brain, completely captivated the entire time. That’s quite a feat. Great stuff!

[@Slumpthemenace]

Thank you for this free content

[@C0d0ps]

This video was recommended by my coach in beginner mma. I watched it twice Thank for all the tips from the video!

[@eliaspb1879]

I just started Jjb yesterday and that was the video I needed to have a better fighting comprension, thx a lot have a nice day

[@nickolette22]

this video changed my life. i've been training in a gym where i dont speak the language and a lot gets lost in translation. this is the first time things are coherently explained to me so can have clear goals. my game has improved noticeably. thank you

[@ciobanucatalin6187]

Ver very good video and idea!congrats Bernardo and keep it up. You channel is a breath of fresh air my friend!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks for the support :) :) :)

[@rookyofficial]

Thanks so much for making these videos guys! Incredibly illuminating! Oss

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thanks for the support :) :) :)

[@terra506]

What a clear demonstration of fundamentals of bjj as a martial art. The explanation and its presentation are exceptional. Thank you for sharing!

[@nooneatall5612]

Wow, didnt expect this but its welcome!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Noone At all Osssss 👍😀

[@YashChavanYC]

Holy cow so useful and clear.

[@rodneymcclure4019]

Thanks for this!

[@patrikjansson5368]

This is awesome!! Why Did i learn more on these clips than i do at my hometown Bjj club… KEEP THE VIDEOS UP

[@dali4132]

Amazing. Talk about making something which others can make complex relatively simple. When people can do this you know they know what they’re talking about. But moreover what you guys have achieved using the principles explained adds credibility to why you are an authority in BJJ. Thank you for sharing.

[@jeffsstt]

God damn what a crew. So great we have a master like me danaher

[@thelaw3536]

Thank you Danahar!!!

[@jacksonanderson2926]

I love this

[@shooto7]

Great video!

[@Ken-wc7po]

Another awesome lesson. .A plus too all paries.... 👍

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSSS :) :) :)

[@dosomething3]

I didn’t know Bernardo’s guard passing was actually so complicated. I don’t think he ever taught it. I’m going to look it up. I got to know it.

[@tmk6751]

Awesome!!

[@rdecovich]

Legendary video

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSS

[@stellarmella2131]

This should be made mandatory in every beginner's jiujitsu class

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

hahahahha :) :) :)

[@rdeloges7957]

Yep. Everyone should start with the basic understanding of self-defense through the basic positions, chokes and locks, and basic throws/trips (basically just judo), then move into more involved concepts. Nothing beyond the basics is used for most street fights, anyhow.

[@MonsieurPointdujour]

@@rdeloges7957 this statement is imperatively true

[@informatiimanu9]

Very good explain

[@machabdulmalek9748]

nice episode

[@julianparra6788]

This makes BJJ so easy to understand. Amazing free content.

[@Whisky148]

Awesome!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSS 👍👍👍

[@alexlarkin429]

Awesome video. Thank yaah all!

[@goutamhegde9009]

Thanks for the free tutorial

[@franciscocleiltonsoares3633]

Muito obrigado! Oss.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Obriagado a voce pelo suporte :)

[@ibaraku]

Thank you for posting this, you guys are amazing!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Thank you for the support :)

[@SENSEIJASON]

More Danaher! Thank you Bernardo for the upload! 🥋🔥

[@manelikdejesus3297]

good video master

[@808BJJ_Black_Belt]

Huuuge honor for me 🙌🏻

[@PeteOrta]

Who’s breathing like a Sasquatch?

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

hahahahahhahaaha

[@Malouco]

BJJ Fanatics seriously wtf is that?

[@wrybread]

Was this from the first series, that was re-done because of bad audio?

[@julienl.3327]

Its Lord Vador on the camera

[@buffdude4281]

It’s Gordon you can tell watch his diaphragm and belly closely. He probably did a fat line before coming in lol.

[@joshuabyram7485]

Micro-adjustments. Great video, thanks guys!

[@Miso31]

Great video as always when these guys are involved! Not sure about hiring Darth Vader as a cameraman though😃

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Miso31 Hahahahaha Ossss 👍

[@coachjeffnac]

That's Gordon Ryan breathing.

[@juandenz2008]

Ha ha ! I've noticed the sound isn't that great in some of the videos. Since they spend so much time and energy capturing important BJJ knowledge, perhaps they should consult with some sound professionals on what the best setup is to use.

[@showmethatthang]

Knee on belly I think is the most annoying technique (if at the bottom). After my first week of attending Jiu Jitsu class, during resistance training, my partner which is way more experienced than I am did the knee on belly on me. Not just the knee on belly but he did a great job of sliding his knee more towards my sternum which Made me feel like my ribs were going to shatter.

[@champlife2389]

Great video. Many thanks for sharing with us.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Champ Life ossss thanks for the support

[@AlexA-tx3ql]

Wow great 👍

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSSSS 😀😀😀

[@app369]

15:23 Im going to start holding my hand up like that when I explain something.

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

HAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHHA :) :) :)

[@redhaegar]

legends

[@marcelovillarroel4185]

I'm a simple man, I see a video of John Danaher and hit the like button.

[@redsnflr]

I like how Bernardo & Gordon both sit with wrist control on their own arm.

[@Eric3Frog]

The way Danaher simplifies and clarifies the interaction in jiu jitsu brings beauty and elegant simplicity to the chaos. He is the eye in the storm.

[@MrMegafly2011]

This video is extremely powerful so many lessons. Thanks professors

[@alexelseymma5716]

Random thought...Danaher in a gi would make a great Fortnite skin. Also this is a powerful trio

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

AlexElseyMMA Ossssss 👍

[@SugaSeanUFC]

id buy

[@AaronQ99]

@@SugaSeanUFC Haha nice to see you here man. Big fan brother. Oss🤙

[@esveann]

BJJ as a system 2-6 steps 1. Get taken down 2. Apply submission if available 1. Take down opponent 2. Pass opponents legs 3. Establish increasingly dominant positions 4. Apply submission (lock or strangle) 1. Get taken down 2. Recover guard 3. Sweep opponent over and establish top position 4. Pass opponents legs 5. Establish increasingly dominant positions 6. Apply submission (lock or strangle)

[@AlecBaulding]

🔥🔥🔥

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSS Alec :)

[@mallekchafik3996]

Hello John please can you suggest me your five best books that are not directly related to bjj but they changed your perspective . thank you

[@dr.t9838]

God profesorthanks MASTERS .

[@LeelosAdventure]

this man is a genius. considering myself a literal baby in bjj school. I have a lot to learn

[@JSMinstantcoaching]

Great extensive crash course

[@addaplaster4976]

I like john danaher jiu jitsu. I would like a DVD or training manual.

[@gustavwalterson6541]

This is really good stuff. It would be nice if John could explain more in deep why jiu jitsu helps overcoming the size advantage of the opponent. From this video you can say that jiu jitsu works because it´s a systematic way of fighting and it keeps us safe(r) from the knock out (this knock out could come from a skilled little striker as well). My question: is jiu jitsu more successful in overcoming size differences than other systematized ways of combat like boxing, muay Thai etc? . Anyways, thanks for the upload!!! osss

[@Silduril]

I think the answer is simply that grappling in general and BJJ in particular is more knowledge-based. It allows you, more than any other art that I'm aware of, to trump your opponent's athleticism with your own technical knowledge. An easy example would be the triangle choke: If your opponent doesn't KNOW that being in that position is bad news, he probably won't try to stop you from getting there. On the other hand, pretty much everyone knows that getting punched in the face is bad, and will therefore do their best to avoid it.

[@Eiegod]

13:35

[@gustavwalterson6541]

This is the answer to how a smaller man can beat a bigger opponent from the BOTTOM. It does not explain how is it easier to take a big man down than to knock him out. I want to clarify that i ask this as a bjj practicioner who is interested in the jiu jitsu system, not because i want to state that bjj is not effective. Thanks!

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

Great subjects for a next video. Thanks for the support :)

[@jdm3656]

@@gustavwalterson6541 Good question. Takedowns, such as the Double Leg, are more a function of position and timing than strength and athleticism because it uses the natural mechanics of the opponent’s body to shift their centre of gravity away from their base of support.

[@jered1]

Sweet

[@BJJ.Fanatics]

OSSSSSS

[@yernoaloodtaedaethat2780]

So looks like a supremely powerful wizard in a gi

[@rgsunderground]

This is an amazing video summing up BJJ as a useful system; However, I do have one criticism. The over underpass is amazing for sport, but the back of Bernardo's head was super exposed to elbows from Gordon; not ideal for the street

[@joshuamontminy7481]

Wouldn't flying techniques be considered 1 step jujitsu?

[@flonomcflooneyloo7573]

It's interesting that BJJ can be broken down into training methods, conceptual methods, various flow analysis, and goal seeking. Danaher is wonderful in his method of trying to give those practicing it a logical set of methods. You may be good as an instinctive athlete understanding it through body feel (proprioception), but it's always important to have a conceptual game to help you progress. There are various things bjj and subgrappling allows - a variety of different types of opponents, a variety of 'games' and positions, catch and release, hard combative rolling (like Eddie Bravo does) and it all has high authenticity, movement, pressure, energy and applicability.

[@sausmatoe]

As someone who only started training BJJ a month ago this video is bloody amazing... so much knowledge explained in such a simple way

[@1kkmm1]

champs