DEFEND (Survival Seminar Series - Part 1 of 4)

[@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!

[@orange-you-later]

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.

[@ValDADVic]

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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@AaronDarko]

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

[@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.!!

[@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."

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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 👍🏾

[@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.

[@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!!

[@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.

[@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.

[@KIToasty]

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

[@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

[@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!!

[@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.

[@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! 🙇🙇🙇

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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!

[@BlackFlag208]

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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@bobsalad4379]

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

[@sendergreen]

Giving away too much!!! Gold!

[@jamesboyce9186]

See you on the 6th Jake!

[@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

[@barryjcunningham]

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

[@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.

[@mastercontrol2139]

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

[@OlimaOmega]

Geezers brilliant. Can’t wait to roll tomorrow

[@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

[@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.

[@Rich_Journey]

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

[@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.

[@JohnDoe20-06]

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

[@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.

[@samsmusichub]

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

[@Murmurmur22]

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

[@Gwarrior314]

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

[@mcanu667]

The concept of examining the earliest indicator of failure is just great. I saw it in chess, but I've never heard anybody calling and pointing it. It is like something exists all the time near you, but you cannot notice it. Game changer, live saver! You hear a lot people saying that you should learn from your mistakes, but now it makes sense what you are you looking for. Thank you :)

[@Noah-jy8wb]

The concept of examining the earliest indicator of failure is just great., THIS

[@SmedleyButlerIII]

it's the same in monetary jujitsu, we're taught to save paper dollars (federal reserve notes), and to 'get out of debt' ....only problem with that is Federal Reserve notes are debt, and not money (a debt based fiat currency) backed by lies and War. So the real black belts, know to use that paper debt, turn it into good debt that produces income..and swappin' the trash out for real things, all along the way..... Great work guys!

[@JD-qr7sl]

What does good debt mean? Can you give me an example?

[@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.

[@HermosaDJ]

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

[@berningsandwiches2662]

As a white belt surviving is basically all I do most of the time right now. I really appreciate you guys sharing this invaluable information with the world.

[@aaronmasters1455]

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

[@krait44]

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

[@macmcclelland2938]

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

[@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.

[@markusbischoff3044]

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

[@samsmusichub]

5:30 "I only have about 5 bursts per roll." Reminds me of Yusuke Urameshi: "I only have 4 shots left, I better make 'em count!"

[@gibbacool2009]

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

[@jorgesirera7201]

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

[@Ciqir]

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

[@liveunderwater]

Probably the best video on jiu-jitsu ever.

[@RTSurf5000]

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

[@brandonkain9231]

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

[@Glasspiperunner]

Great vid. Thank you for sharing. What is my definition of victory in Jujitsu? If your not losing then your winning but most are taught if you don't win you lose. Ryon's whisper is the best "that's not Jujitsu."

[@aperson4051]

Fourth. BJJ 4 life. Thank you guys for introducing me into the art of self betterment

[@deckape2423]

You guys are great! Thank you for sharing.

[@WARTV-dn5fk]

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

[@PKV-wl3ec]

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

[@dubiousrationale]

Grand Master Helio, thank you so much.

[@jamesblack687]

Lesson’s straight from the source 👏🏻🍁

[@milkbunnies]

Love the very last line of this video...I'm an older grappler who at 1year+ into my Blue belt am really enjoying defence and unpacking the attacks against me. A few of my younger training partners play for "points", but my whole approach is for defence...I don't care about competition, but you can feel the frustration sometimes of the younger guys as they spend a lot of time trying to infiltrate your defences. Felt moments of guilt sometimes that I make it hard for them...but this video has helped me in saying ..."Fuck'em" :D

[@CJfunctional]

These guys mean what they say. When they see you practicing principles they truly are excited about it!!! Stop worrying about submissions they will come eventually

[@daysofourxiong6954]

this is truly amazing. thank you both!

[@Hazama91350]

Mr. Rener Gracie seems to be tired, i can see that on his face.. I would love to train with you guys! The way you teach is awesome.

[@chokeout412]

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

[@davewalters1340]

I never lose watching you guys

[@manuelfernandez3298]

you guys are great, greetings from Argentina!

[@marcedwards5417]

Wow - just started as a 43 yr old dude in South Africa. getting smashed. good to know i can chill a bit in a horrible position, think about things and then have a better escape opportunity. fantastic stuff - thanks

[@jon_bossenger]

Greetings Marc, nice to see a fellow South African learning Gracie Jiu Jitsu ;-)

[@marcedwards5417]

HOWZIT!! good luck with your jits.

[@duncansutherland47]

Keep going brother! It gets much better.

[@BV6K]

If you’re not losing, you’re winning. Golden.

[@CJfunctional]

It has taken me years to understand Ryon’s philosophy on acceptance. Finally starting to see it. For me It needs to be practiced among friends quite a bit. In time it works on most people. This is not sport Jiu jitsu mindset.

[@alexandermbrent]

I began at 44 and it’s awesome!!

[@lovefollowslust]

Thanks for this video. I'm hella nervous for my first class on Wednesday. Gonna keep all your lesson in mind

[@alldirty1370]

demi xem you’re gonna be underwhelmed I think. Gyms usually start extra slow on brand new students

[@lovefollowslust]

All Dirty all good. I kinda figured as much. My bestfriend was a student at this gym. He passed most of his knowledge to me. Along with us training with KZbin videos. Anywho I'm starting basics but I won't tell them I know abit more. Just gonna learn and enjoy my journey

[@levittja83]

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

[@fabmano765]

Thanks for sharing the path guys!

[@TaoistSwordsman]

You guys make it look so fun, I think I want to start training 👀

[@duc696monster6]

It will cause you to end up in a deep submission..it's a trap...😆

[@TheSands83]

Dude it’s fun but u have to b ready... I thought same thing n I got smashed today !! A blue belt fucked me up!! Bloody my nose n blacked my eye busted my lip n dumped on my neck.. it was hard to deal with being fucked up so bad n not being able to do anything about it.. n he did alll that without being able to punch just by grappling n smashing his elbows n forearms n my eyes n face

[@YourMarvelRival]

@@TheSands83 you should look for another gym if they are doing that to white belts

[@DgonZO787]

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

[@drjimjam1112]

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

[@arale2k]

All of these tactics can be applied to life in general. BJJ is a philosophy that transcends everything, that martial art is bigger than life!

[@buckanderson8194]

I've never really had a bloodthirsty mentality so ending a fight in a draw was always cool with me because I have achieved my goal of not having to fight anymore which was what I wanted to begin with. If that's your goal, unless you are forced to fight, even achieving it by running away is a victory. If I can outrun my opponent instead of fighting him then I probably exert the same amount of energy but with less risk to either of us. I'll still have won in my opinion just by different means. Choosing not to fight is not the same as not knowing how. Constantly protecting your ego shows more weakness than strength otherwise why would it need protecting unless it's weak. Ego betrays weakness and causes people to make stupid decisions instead of smart ones.

[@jontor8938]

My coach told me the exact same thing. Ive always impaitent so it makes sense. The craziest thing side control was the Big issue So this Will help me a lot

[@153-samratroy8]

Pls make a video on basics which we can practice bz it's pillar of everything!

[@kevinrai6620]

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

[@navim2582]

Just absolutely awesome💥💯💥

[@xflameburn2]

Damn there are levels to this shit, overwhelmed rn, but also amazed and inspired

[@EmoPeter2000]

Exactly - I got wrecked at class today trying to go for a submission right off the bat.

[@FelipeSantos-uk8ub]

Mind blowing manos!!! Are you crazy, sharing gold for free? Vocês estão dividindo informações valiosas gratuitamente! Obrigado!

[@jacktaufer6461]

This is a great video. Excellent content as always.

[@The_Nameless_Monster]

Thank god That the Gracie family and Jiujitsu exists

[@ricochete5875]

Thanks for sharing. Love it!

[@cyricsmith5914]

Teaching is Learning and Learning is Teaching!