DEFEND (Survival Seminar Series - Part 1 of 4)

In this four-part video seminar series, Ryron and Rener explore the four elements of jiu-jitsu, starting with DEFENSE.
Part 1: Defend
a. Big - Avoid/defend the positions and moves where the attack can begin.
b. Small - Keep your opponent from completing what they have started.
c. Deep - Defensive options for when you are in a deep submission.
Click here for Part 2: ESCAPES
• ESCAPE (Survival Semin...
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[@ADVANCEOPS]

I’ve watch this twice in the last two days As a three stripe white belt I went into open mat today with a different mindset I got taped once in 6 rolls I submitted Two people and the time ran Out on the other three. I found other white belts and blue belts frustrated at my ability to defend against Their attacks when I was not so focused on escaping the position Thank you very much I think you have now changed the way I roll for a lifetime

[@rontedee8059]

If we're talking about sidecontrol, you frame, bump and shrimp right? What bullshit against heavy guys. No dis to the art, but of course they crush that space before you can retain guard. What I started doing was bumping/shrimping so I could have space to snake my inside arm right under their body as they crush me. Even leave my outside arm exposed to isolation to provide distraction. I bump one more time and push my snaked arm against their body while spinning out on the other side. You've just learned the Ghost Sidecontrol Escape. You're welcome 👊

[@austinhitchy6996]

I love it man, Great job! I watch this every couple months, im a 1 strip white belt. Up through blue belts have a tough time getting through to submission. Purple belts have to get kind of creative.

[@sunitafisher4758]

Casey potter vlogs 🌸 that’s so cool 🤗 I just started, I have zero strength and like you just watched the vids I whipped someone who’s been an actual teacher, black belt I watched other vids and reviewed it in my mind, i was lucky I guess but I was also armed with knowledge

[@sunitafisher4758]

Ronte Dee 🌸 cool, thank you 😊

[@mothergoose4231]

This is real bjj vs sport bjj. Tired of the bullshit. I see my gym totally different now. There’s no reason every gym shouldn’t be teaching real self defense bjj first which is what it really is vs sport bjj

[@GracieBreakdown]

This is the first time we've done a multiple-video seminar series, but the topic is so crucial and so commonly misunderstood, that we had no choice. For the rest of the videos in the series, click on the link in the video description.

[@thebluestbelly]

as a white belt i appreciate this so much thanks!

[@andrewnelsen1004]

This is so. freaking. awesome. This helps me understand how to think about where to improve, what went wrong, what to work on, and how to deconstruct what happens so fast on a mat.10000% helpful.

[@duckie231]

GracieBreakdown you guys are the best!

[@reef4583]

You both seem so sympathetic, I love it. Thanks for the great content.

[@Jay2G]

Hey Rener/Ryron, Awesome video.. I'm hoping to come out to your upcoming Seattle Seminar on Darce and Defense, but I'm a newer white belt and hope i'm not in over my head. Love the videos, keep up the great work!

[@davidmcguire2970]

These guys OPENLY share their knowledge and a lot of people rag on them. Why??? Don’t hate them cause you ain’t them! Excellent job guys.!!

[@JohnBradleyOsborne]

You guys are Awesome! I’m 42, have been inactive for over a decade and decided it was time to do something. I’m 300 lbs and my body is broken from years of abuse and neglect. I signed my son and daughter up at one of your schools in Greensboro, NC and could not be happier with their progress in the short time they’ve been training. After two weeks, I too, signed up and have been working to better my physical and mental health. These videos give me hope I can work around physical limitations I now struggle with. Thank you for taking the time to produce these videos!

[@Micah-kt2uw]

Lol at 5:45: Rener: "He'll break his own knee if he spins around at this point." Ryron: "And I don't wanna do that."

[@yogajitsu7252]

These two guys are awesome. When they talk, I listen, but there is something about Ryron, when he talks, I really listen. He seems to have a really calm intelligent base. 100% respect to both!!!

[@coredeliri]

Thank you so much. It's awesome to see a Master saying that. "If you are not losing, you are winning". Resist and persevere.

[@ivanivan5511]

This is like super gold. What I've observed after training some years is that instructors and almost everyone else focus on TECHNIQUES but barely on CONCEPTS. Concepts come first! Learn carefully about concepts, understand them and after that learn sme few techniques, they'll greatly adapt the concepts. The Gracies are pretty much transmitting this idea here, they're teaching us important concepts, fundamentals. That's KEY! Anyway, thanks tons for sharing!

[@lujitsu1251]

I have been to a seminar with Gracie and bought their dvd's, everyone cries about them making money from Gracie Jiu Jitsu, but I say thank you to them. Glad they are doing well and spreading this stuff, more power to them. Good guys.

[@TrishCanyon8]

I've been to a one of Rener's seminars for free. They do so much for free. ❤❤❤

[@__jairomartinez__]

Hi Rener and Ryron. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. I'm 43 yrs originally from Aruba living in Maastricht (NL). Martial arts past: Kyokoshin and kickboxing when I was very young. Now at 43 I recently joint BJJ (Gracie Barra). I have been training for a week now and it's all about surviving. I like it. Thank you very much for your videos. The do help! Muito obrigado

[@sendergreen]

Giving away too much!!! Gold!

[@jamesboyce9186]

See you on the 6th Jake!

[@AaronDarko]

Love these guys! Wealth of knowledge that helps my mindset tremendously “if you’re not losing you’re winning” love it

[@ozzmann3217]

I could watch every 1000th variant you all do on every position a thousand times it’s brilliant how the brain works when you understand something the way you all do .. mind blowing

[@KIToasty]

This is way too good! The most important video I've watched as a white belt.

[@f.h.3847]

The definition of victory in jiu-jitsu is the actual way how it is in life. Thanks guys. I really appreciate that.

[@LoneWulf1992]

I love this advice. I actually looked into their grandfather's beginning years in forming the Gracie Jui-jitsu style and I remember reading about him going up against these bigger opponents and constantly ending up in draws. I never thought about the fact that his goal wasn't to always "win win," to get that submission or choke. He wasn't losing so he was winning 👍🏾

[@tomasodubhthaigh4987]

This is great! And these two guys, Ryron and Rener, as their father and a few of the other Gracies are GENTLEMEN. Non of this juvenile attempts at the big guy image -- cursing and swearing and rude inuendos. I always feel I can sit and watch them with my wife, or with any of my children. Real ambassadors! Real men! I'm trying to implement these principals at my Barra gym and having success. Thanks a lot men!

[@duncansutherland47]

That’s pure gold.....”if you are not losing you win in Jiu-Jitsu.” That seems to be the essence of Helio’s philosophy. I really try to defend and shut down first and foremost when I roll. I have such a better time and I find more opportunities present themselves to me when I stay in that mind set. I can also establish my pace. I’m feeling my way through rolling intuitively instead of trying think it to a victory.

[@SoulJiuJitsu]

The last few lines are worth gold. I try to get more people to understand these thoughts. Thank you, Professors Ryron and Rener, for making the point so concise.

[@mastercontrol2139]

i have been to seminars with the biggest names in the martial arts but RENER, YOU are an AMAZING Instructor !

[@bobsalad4379]

watched this multiple times over past couple years, it ages and seasons so well as I learn more

[@corychance9123]

Ryron’s reactions to Rener made me laugh so much. But great video. I’m glad someone is putting out old school jiujitsu instructionals.

[@thefullmonte1902]

Ryron is growing up to be a true guru. Nice to see. And a video with many great conceptual points, that gives material for many hours of contemplation. Can't wait to see the rest of the series.

[@adamburry]

The trap reflex at 3:06 is amazing. I know they may have planned the presentation generally, but I am sure that that catch reflex was completely natural (developed from practice over time). Just phenomenal.

[@pitbull82]

This series has me looking at the way that I roll at my academy, and the way I go about small victories and such. Thank you guys for posting this and all your other helpful videos as well!!

[@arb9742]

I've been practicing BJJ now for 6 months and I must've watched this video 100 times and each time I pick up a different little detail from it. So much information in these videos.. thanks for sharing

[@markpalacios2418]

I just had the most unforgettable goosebumps of my life. The last statement was GOLD! Thank you Master Ryron and Master Rener. Gracie Jiu Jitsu all the way! 🙇🙇🙇

[@guyarbiv1087]

Wow. Just brilliant. Saw it just before a BJJ open mat session and man. Just keeping it at the back of my mind changed the way I reacted and the results were major and instant. I'm a white belt and it may look obvious for more experienced people but, just wanted to thank you deeply and I sure will follow the rest of the seminar. Imagine if Muhammad Ali was posting boxing lessons - the Gracies are instructing BJJ online.that's just it. Thanks!!

[@ttech1280]

True blessing when a universal truth that can be used in many aspects of life is expressed in an art you love. Thank you.

[@barryjcunningham]

What you do is so good for people. Good for JJ. Good for life. Thank You

[@Hans_Hamon]

I am retired from the US Army Infantry, and our combatives training features Gracie Jiu-jitsu quite heavily. It is extremely effective, whether a Soldier is wearing body armor and helmet, or not. I want to say thank you, Gracie Family, for your immeasurable and indelible contribution to all martial arts. Very Respectfully, Mr. Shepherd, U.S. Army (ret.) OEF-OIF Combat Veteran, 'A' CO 3-15 INF, 2nd BCT, 3rd Infantry Division

[@aaronmasters1455]

These guys are great! I love your videos, keep them coming.

[@gibbacool2009]

Just freaking magic !!! You two are freaking awesome! Thank you Very freaking much !!!!!!

[@flanker909]

wow, brilliant video and content, also timing was just great for me as it confirmed in the most beautiful way what I started being aware of lately. My defense is much better now because I started being able to 'see' those small battles that stack up over the course of the fight. Thanks guys, this channel is so good.

[@42cmiller]

This four part series is absolutely brilliant. I now realize how my mindset needs to change in order to progress in my jiu jitsu journey. There is so much to learn and pick up just in these first five minutes I find myself re-watching/pausing the video and learning more each time. Greatly appreciate all your videos, much gratitude towards you and your family. Thank you.

[@venusmeetsmarz734]

I've been out for a couple months due to a rib injury and you just taught me a vital lesson, presented at the end of the vidoe, that I will be applying once I return to jiu-jitsu. Thank you!

[@richardbartlett88]

Thank you both. I can not wait tell the day i get to train and learn more in person from you both. Thank you .

[@jamesfrance57]

After all these years of their training the most impressive thing from them is their passion. It's not waning at all, it's increasing.

[@TheLastDragon77]

Thank you very much gentlemen! I’ve been struggling with my Jiu-Jitsu for months now. It always felt like I was forcing things and then getting smashed/overwhelmed. This four part video just totally changed my mindset about this beautiful art. Thank you so much for the explanations, ideas, and guidance! Much respect and love.

[@daysofourxiong6954]

this is truly amazing. thank you both!

[@WARTV-dn5fk]

This is VERY helpful, gonna repeat watch. THANK YOU!

[@brandonkain9231]

If there was a love button instead of a like button I would have pressed it....

[@CHopper1154]

I really appreciate your videos on the philosophy of bjj even more so than the techniques. Thank you.

[@Gwarrior314]

Love these guys… humble and always learning, even though they are experts in this art.

[@MATU103020]

Omg that final phrase at the end made a click on my mindset. You guys are awesome, I feel so lucky to have you as my teachers

[@liveunderwater]

Probably the best video on jiu-jitsu ever.

[@isaiahgaringer5802]

I cannot wait to roll tonight and try to focus on adapting to this mindset. I find myself gassing out trying to constantly escape. Thank you for this wisdom.

[@Murmurmur22]

These guys are great. Thank you for your commitment to improving your fellow man. True leaders.

[@macmcclelland2938]

Awesome breakdown. Looking forward to the other three. Keep It Coming guys!

[@markusbischoff3044]

Awesome video! You guys are a real inspiration.Thank you very much!

[@daxthedza]

I’m about to finally start my BJJ journey at 35 years old. Ready to be humbled. I know I’ll be in inferior positions to start my journey, and I feel this video is going to my foundation until I learn enough to identify my own opportunities.

[@tcggggg]

How r u now

[@daxthedza]

@@tcggggg 4-stripe white belt right now. Still lots of defending, but I’m able to seize opportunities now! The big thing for me was pace and not forcing things. I can launch offense on fellow white belts and some blue belts. I defend a lot against some blue belts and higher. I’d say the most-used escapes for me are arm bar escapes and back control escapes. Currently trying out spider guard to save my shoulders a bit. My left shoulder has been aching haha. Love this journey and community!

[@tcggggg]

@@daxthedza wow! I started my journey about two weeks ago and feel very welcomed into my training gym. This is really good to hear, and I hope to learn better defense as well because I get put into armbars and guillotines by upper stripes all the time 😂

[@daxthedza]

@@tcggggg congrats! IMO, white belt is the most important belt on this journey. It means you made a commitment on your own initiative. Defend and mind your fundamentals! Tight elbows and posture. At the same time, don’t be gun-shy if you think you can advance. Even if you lose position, you can ask how after. Try not to get caught the same way multiple times. Feedback is important. As they say … Win or learn! Good luck, brother!

[@daxthedza]

@@tcggggg Got my blue belt today!

[@fasthatch80]

Simply the best. You guys are given the gold JJ. If everyone could understand what you're saying or absorbs will achieve and go to the next level

[@deckape2423]

You guys are great! Thank you for sharing.

[@gegaoli]

Outstanding. Thank you!

[@gegaoli]

Master class. Great teaching. Thank you!

[@davewalters1340]

I never lose watching you guys

[@OlimaOmega]

Geezers brilliant. Can’t wait to roll tomorrow

[@PKV-wl3ec]

Rener seems like he's getting more humble/less competitive with his bro :)

[@78praxis]

Thanks for the encouragement. Sometimes my biggest opponent is my own mind that tells me I'm not good enough because I'm not winning. This discouraging mindset sometimes keeps me from going to class or rolling with my instructor out of embarrassment or self doubt.

[@HermosaDJ]

Good stuff gentlemen. I'm looking forward to the rest of this series of videos.

[@ricochete5875]

Thanks for sharing. Love it!

[@mike-yp1uk]

Im a white belt and when they pass my guard fear steps in and my mind becomes blank to all the useful videos I've watched. I get it now. The train has to come to a complete stop before i can get on. Acceptance is the answer to all my problems. Stop there progress become aware of openings or create an opening. Now i see why black belts are like boa constrictors. They are just going with the flow. Im scared and ridged. Im going to stop the progress and receive the gifts. White belts give gifts by giving opening due to lack of knowledge and black belts you have to work hard to create an opening. Being comfortable gives me the gift of remembering my moves. I love Gracie jui jitsu.

[@Khalil-Ibrahim21]

Man you gotta love these two guys ❤️

[@chunksrodriquez7198]

You guys are awesome! Thank you!

[@chokeout412]

Thank you both professors. Very helpful mindset training for me.

[@carlosperdomo9466]

Love you guys!

[@verazheleznyak2040]

Awesome! This is so helpful! Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏

[@tadz3921]

Love you boys!

[@The_Nameless_Monster]

Thank god That the Gracie family and Jiujitsu exists

[@jamesblack687]

Lesson’s straight from the source 👏🏻🍁

[@jorgesirera7201]

Deep talk right here. Jiu-Jitsu phylosofy direct to my mind.

[@RTSurf5000]

Thanks for making these videos! Spot on about marriage at the end! Love it!!!!

[@kevinrai6620]

As always another great video...love u guys...

[@LastRightsTV]

Beautiful!

[@fabmano765]

Thanks for sharing the path guys!

[@samsmusichub]

I wasn't expecting all this fighting philosophy damn. Thank you!

[@manuelfernandez3298]

you guys are great, greetings from Argentina!

[@levittja83]

People, watch these 4 videos in order and often. Years of knowledge in just an hour, comprehend it.

[@erayylmaz3687]

thank ypu guys. this is mind opening.

[@navim2582]

Just absolutely awesome💥💯💥

[@robertfussenegger9664]

Love your videos

[@mkinghorn71]

Thank you for making this video. I'm a white belt 2 stripes. I was talking to one of our black belts about this same topic just the other day. Excellent concept. One i think should be gone over at every Gracie school.

[@gegaoli]

You guys are awesome teachers.

[@drjimjam1112]

Thank you so much for helping me see the big picture.

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I love you guys...You are so cool.

[@Ciqir]

We need something stronger than a Thumbs Up for this. Wow. Good job gentlemen, thanks

[@eugeniom.gonzalez4465]

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[@krait44]

I am shocked there aren't more comments. This was full of amazing information. Thanks for putting it out there.

[@cyricsmith5914]

Teaching is Learning and Learning is Teaching!

[@Bereft777]

Amazing! Thank you

[@chanhuang5020]

Teaching amazing concepts!!!

[@alexandermbrent]

I began at 44 and it’s awesome!!

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[@jacktaufer6461]

This is a great video. Excellent content as always.

[@johnamaro486]

Great concept!👍🏽

[@davesad9701]

Thank you guys!

[@mathiasheinrich1559]

The way you guys talk. Awesome:-)

[@DgonZO787]

Love this, It helps as a white belt to help calm my “spaz” and feel more

[@xqtxdrgn1]

Just Thank You!

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