No Flinching or Panicking Drill

[@edwardcabras]

I met Bas Rutten in an airport once. I shook his hand and my liver hurt for 2 weeks.

[@Raiyne123]

Dangity Dangity Dang!

[@levedia]

@@Raiyne123 and its all over lol

[@RIVALContentJammerz]

Oh yeah, liver...cute.

[@springbloom5940]

Not as much as your pride, after getting slapped unconscious by a dude in thigh highs and a speedo.

[@imambaybars3405]

It’s payback, punk

[@faz1991]

What an honor it would be to be trained by this legend.

[@adambrinks2052]

no shock but he's an amazing teacher, breaks it down to the point anybody can understand it. imo he's the gracie of striking

[@richarddukard8989]

I'm guessing pretty expensive

[@DemocratsareagentsofSATAN]

scrolled down to type the same thing!! Not many out there like Bas can teach you some real deal shit!!

[@AruMaLyon]

faz1991 at least we have the KZbin videos to learn. But if you want to have him coach you go seek after him

[@ZymixProductions]

faz1991 Hell to the yea!

[@TheHyena-ru8bz]

"Calmness will always win in a fight! Agression will always lose" What a great piece of wisdom

[@Pbcvl]

but that makes me stop flinching and blinking (aggression)

[@GMak81]

Bas is the ultimate example of manliness: hard as nails, yet with a contrite, humble spirit, and a sense of humour to boot. In the manliest way possible, I love you Bas, imagine having this guy as an older brother or father figure in your life. Respect to you Mr Rutten

[@jimmydane34]

I call that being a Male. But for some reason feminist think us MEN think we want to be aggressive and bullies but in reality real men, fathers and genuine humans are people like bas, no bullshit, tough, mature, will beat ur ass if provoked, but humble, funny and respects all human beings. Hes a leader.

[@theonlyron]

@@jimmydane34 You replied to a two year old comment with something totally unrelated

[@zacharygreene1979]

Huggable Ron what he commented was completely related....read it again.

[@blindguymcsqueezy7293]

Huggable Ron it was related dumbass

[@gizmooofive4333]

M G yeah the complete oppsite to the guy with the plugged eyebrows

[@north6502]

2:16 he punched him in the stomach and the guy farted and paused all embarrassed

[@dwreck120981]

Ethan Willies lmao I had to rewatch it

[@artursousa2337]

LMAO

[@M3Lucky]

Wtf? Did he actually fart? If so...LMFAO

[@jefedonn2988]

Ahhhhhh u ninjaa

[@md.asadullaholi]

😆😆😆😆

[@cvano003]

Bas is a smart guy. In my opinion this is what separates fighters from regular guys, how they react when they get hit.

[@santiagoz.s.1024]

Totally agree man.

[@dl30wpb]

That's all walks of life... That's why it takes a special kind of man to be in the SEALs, Marine Recon, Delta etc. They stay calm under the most intense situations

[@fabians228]

Fedor is the epitome of calm. That guy can do everything and probably just like Bas

[@karupt422]

@@dl30wpb stop idolizing these guys. Are you gay ?

[@MagnumMuscle1000]

The look on that kid's when he took the liver shot! He's like WTF?

[@xcaluhbration]

Magnum Muscle his liver enzymes flashed before his eyes.

[@imadeyoureadthis1500]

Magnum Muscle 2:13 he got punched in the liver then farted and got embarrassed

[@BullsBackFat]

His hairline moved back another inch

[@meyakabrown795]

@@imadeyoureadthis1500 🤣 He did. 💀

[@kenmurphy4317]

Love how he is so patient with the new students.what a legend.what a person

[@MasteringGrappling]

After being a pro for 13 years I can honestly say that Bas’ striking system is absolutely the best! It genius is in its simplicity.

[@guyfromBR]

It's amazing the level of deep understanding and utmost proficiency Bas Rutten have on the Fight Mindset. His intelligent and always precise chess-game approach to Fight, with a clever answer to any situation that may occur, and the way he explains it in such clear, logical and concise manner, turns any detailed observation he gives as a fundamental guidance, to any skill level practitioner. This is really what places him apart as one of the most Technical Instructor on the whole upper level of Martial Arts/Fight scene. Those who are able to go train under his tutelage are really a group of lucky ones, as a fellow youtuber said below. Bless Bas!

[@grahamvandyke]

+guyfromBR It's because Bas got started in MMA back when there was no real path or guidance from coaches who knew everything like we have today. Bas literally taught himself ground fighting by rolling around with teammates and seeing what worked and what didn't and figuring it out by himself. That's what sets him apart from other coaches.

[@diogeneslantern18]

10 000 hour rule personified. Or as Robert Green calls it "Mastery"

[@ricr2737]

guyfromBR when people ask me do I believe in god I say "yes, Bas Rutten"

[@emeliedenmodige2470]

@@ricr2737 oh please..

[@emeliedenmodige2470]

yeah yeah..

[@Flamenco4U]

Totally get it. Same thing with the guitar; start slow with repetition; speed up incrementally; and it’s like you’re playing faster while it seems like your trying to play slower. Awesome!

[@karl6525]

"a calm fighter will always win against an aggressive fighter": Bas calls Aldo vs McGregor.

[@nearlnathanearlnearl]

+kedamono no ken and Ronda vs. Holly

[@demetriomrtz]

+Nathan Earl and now miocic vs werdum

[@nearlnathanearlnearl]

Exactly

[@karl6525]

i guess attacking with your chin has its disadvantage... X')

[@faz1991]

+kedamono no ken LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL

[@MackTrainingAcademy]

That forearm strike @2:09. He showed that in a different video I watched a long time ago. It is super powerful. It was an honor to take a seminar from Bas.

[@HD-oo1pc]

Sometimes Bas says stuff that doesn't make too much sense... Sometimes this man pukes out almost 4 minutes of vocal gold.

[@aaronmoralesjr1875]

mc swagger nice

[@daniel121212121212]

Lucky guys getting tuition from Bas

[@Αλεξ-χ4φ]

Huge respect. This man gives all the wisdom he has gathered with hard work completely free,by his heart. Wish you the best Bas.

[@asforemita]

Bas you are probably the moust intelligent person to teach and speak about MMA in this world. U the man.

[@sigurtyago]

Simple but important. Very nice tips Bas. You are not only a great fighter, you are also a top instructor.👌👊

[@M_K-Bomb]

Great to see the advice at the end. It gives me as a viewer more confidence in the drill. Plus it shows how much of a trainer the instructor is.

[@frankware4325]

The whole thing about keeping your face relaxed is something my Aikido teacher always tells me

[@HardHardMaster]

of course an aikido teacher would know anything about realistic fighting... yeah, sarcasm.

[@EmperorSkelletor]

My uncle, Mark "The Bear" Smith loved you Bas. He always talked about training with you before he past away. It's cool seeing your videos; also I'm positive he's proud of you.

[@mohammadangginugrohomcjogja]

Helpful tips for me! I had a pretty bad 'quarter life crisis'. I was unhappy because I tended to avoid problems rather than face problems. A friend of mine (who happened to major psychology) mentioned 'boxing for therapy'. Glad I took boxing class. It helps me to have the 'face it head on' mentality.

[@Dallasdeckard]

Thanks, Bas for applying MMA to the real world and not just the ring. So much of MMA is offensive, you don't see many fighters or trainers talking about blocking and doing the training for it. Your students should be appreciative that they have a teacher that wants them to be ready for the real world, as well as the ring. Really appreciate you putting up an important and needed video. Keep up the good work!

[@kickerpunter8414]

Bas was the MASTER OF CALM. I saw all his fights.... He always had full control of himself. Relaxed, smooth.... ALWAYS... never panicked.

[@megra9223]

In old school boxing this was the "Wall drill" used to teach head movement without relying on backing up. I never see anyone use it anymore really so I was happy to see Bas use it perfectly. Not that I should be surprised of course.

[@connermoss6844]

Since Ive been seeing Bas on Joe Rogans Pod casts Ive become obseesed, the mans quality.

[@darkstar4494]

Conner Moss you should check out the old pride events with bas and steven cuadros calling the fights. that was a golden age in MMA, very entertaining and colorful compared with the uniform UFC of today. anyway i’d rather hear bas call the fight than rogan

[@berner]

This was a good video. I like that you don't just focus on the technique "How to block/how to punch/how to etc. and now everyone go practice" but also the technical/psychological side of things like "Here's how to combat flinching/panicking".

[@MixedMartialHelp]

Really great drill! It's super important to get used to seeing those shots coming and not giving away your defence!

[@robertbelyea5767]

Martial Lee - Vegan MMA for Coaches and Students In watching lots of street fights where someone's backed up most people turtle up after the attacker just wails on them and they eventually land a shot through the guard. I'm gonna drill the shit out of this. To be experienced in reversing a very dangerous position like being backed up seems like a worthy pursuit.

[@MixedMartialHelp]

Right on, agree 100% Most of fighting is being comfortable in certain positions

[@j.t.3798]

That's a legend there! Respect

[@e.e121]

Did nobody else click this expecting Bas to show you drills to never get caught out by flinching unnecessarily when somebody feints a strike

[@caralho5237]

Or just to defend calmly, most people just wiggle their arms as fast as they can in a fight

[@DerBarbarischeGermane]

His last sentence: "If people start noticing the pattern, they'll beat you". Holy moly, this sentence is so damn true, not even for fighting only. Beside doing muay Thai and Kali(FMA), i'm also a Coder(IT, coding on games) and a gamer since Childhood. And for the most time, no matter what, World of Warcraft, Runescape, Final Fantasy 14 Online etc, all those boss fights are extremly hard but they ALL HAVE PATTERNS. It's a great eye, hand and mind training learning those bosses. With time, your brain will automatically start to see patterns everywhere. You even notice patterns at people in supermarkets buying stuff :P The damn whole world is a pattern, just look at history. War, piece, War piece, war, piece and so on. New Kings were ruling and getting more and more corrupt over time. We see the same with politicians nowadays. They're just no longer called Kings, Kings right hand etc ;)

[@antonydrossos5719]

I'm impressed to see an MMA fighter using blocks! Most of the time when I'm watching UFC, the fighters are taking an unnecessary and excessive amount of blows to the head!

[@warriorfire8103]

The possibility of elbows, knees, kicks, clinches and takedowns plus the possible combination of them in a combo will slow their reaction to punches. Not to mention the large set of skills to learn.

[@Joeyjojoshabadoojr]

That's actually why I don't respect too many UFC fighters no care for the art

[@tonyofarrell2775]

Antony Drossos thats why.they are brain dead

[@Joeyjojoshabadoojr]

The Asian ones can't dodge what they can't see.

[@M3Lucky]

It's harder to block punches with MMA gloves than boxing gloves

[@jokur8935]

So much wisdom in such a short video

[@yaron777]

It is a pleasure just watching Bas talk. so much wisdom

[@Positivevibesonly3-16]

lmaooo i just saw that body shot! haha guy was looking around like fuckkk dude

[@andyfoster8011]

Same 😂

[@axiommalkavia2706]

he was like damn seriously. Bas don't hurt me... don't hurt me... no more... was his fist gloved? Bas don't hurt me.... don't hurt me.... no more....

[@infectionsman]

it sounded like he farted and shat himself :O

[@warriorfire8103]

lmao, ya it's always funny. When the technique becomes so ingrained people sometimes forget or don't quit get how hard they're actually hitting because it's so normal to them.

[@rodrigoraulsuarez]

I thought the same. Bas can´t make that punch soft even if he want to.

[@galaxyguy9873]

so got in my first real street fight yesterday. i have a back ground in taekwondo and my only other experience was the sort of tournament sparing we would partake in. things that i noticed different between a real fight and sport point fighting. 1) scoring one hit or one "point" doesn't mean that you should stop 2) dont be scared to get hit 3) body shots are very effective , floating ribs and kidney more so then head shots. We got allot of bone in the head. all my previous training was literally screaming at me to go in block his attacks, land a hit and then stop. when in a real fight once you land that hit use the opportunity to land the next one. So basically because of my training at a mcdojo instead of winning this fight it ended in a tie leaning to my favor because of the dangerous things i was taught. Fuck point sparing. It does not prepare you for a real encounter.

[@AOD-tr7nd]

galaxyguy987 it depends on the person. Did point fighting for 8 years growing up. I studied Shotokan, Tae Kwon do, and Shito Ryu growing up . Got in many street fights while training. Scored several ko’s on the street. Some have a killer instinct to move in for the kill and some don’t . It can’t be taught or learned imo

[@KurtAngle89]

It really depends on what point sparring you do. I can't say for others, but the point sparring that i do is continuous, and it is the referee that decides to stop when he sees a clear point. That prevents you from developing bad habits. Also, if somebody's stops after hitting in a street fight, it's his fault, not the style

[@rykehuss3435]

Keyboard warriors lmao

[@daniel213141]

"..Some have a killer instinct to move in for the kill and some don’t . It can’t be taught or learned imo.." I disagree. The military has been proving that for years. It takes some longer to build up the tolerance for full contact, competition fighting or other but most humans are capable of violence imo. Read Geoff Thompson's book "Watch my back", autobiography of how he transformed himself from a timid and introverted young man to a feared doorman with over 300 fights.

[@kevinchaulklin3929]

I'm a cage fighter & I've studied some Shao-Lin Do Kung Fu, which I respect very much. However it doesn't prepare you to take a shot for real, as I found out lightly sparring in class. I suggest MMA to anyone. If you can master a few key moves in Muay Thai, Juijitsu & Boxing, with real sparring, street fights will seem effortless & less frightening

[@theteddy1487]

There's always an exception. Don't develop a pattern. Two fantastic pieces of advice anyone trained in the more rigid forms of martial arts should take to heart.

[@marctoleds6259]

Bas, you're one of the best fighters on all martial arts history, an awsome commentator and, WOW, what a teacher!!!! Your didatics are just so fabulous!! It makes the student's brain learn to observe and block the punches in a slow, calm mood and then fastens it up without loosimg the calm, as the practicing is making you more aware of the punching, and the reflexes of blocking it and clinching. And as you're calm and you can see the punches coming, you can see the openings on the oponent's guard to counter punch too. Suberb!!!

[@pistol975]

I really like this drill. Gonna put it to use!!

[@Orimthekeyacolite]

It's satisfying to see Bas' karate base mixed in with his experience as an MMA fighter and coach

[@timtimson2067]

Bas is THE man!! Total respect. A wealth of knowledge. Awesome fighter back in the day. Knockout power, both hands, both feet. One of the very best.

[@jaredgranados7635]

I love how when dude blocks, bas hits him with the liver shot . best coach

[@BXBZ88]

Great stuff.......bow to the 'Bas'

[@JoesAutoElectric]

bas, nothing but respect to you. One of the best of all time. Thanks for all you do Champ!

[@gregorygraham9371]

absolutely, no tactic ought be over relied upon; be fluid. bas is very knowledgeable, and a good teacher.

[@djpaasie]

Dankjewel Bas voor deze drill! wij gebruiken hem dagelijks bij Kiri Jiu Jitsu in Phnom Penh, Cambodja!

[@Uurrgg3]

Legend. That video where Ovareen sneaks up behind him and puts him in a choke hold, Baz stayed relax and actually overturned the position.

[@axiommalkavia2706]

Good shit, and he's sharing his knowledge for free. that's awesome most people just show snips and then plug a site. he seems well rounded, humble. I enjoy his videos

[@pedroavila1435]

the legend been watching this guys instructional videos for the longest since i was a kid

[@tearsofsoy4091]

We did this a lot in karate, it was pretty helpful. I find double end bags work well too when you're training alone. Plus if you get hit by it at a high velocity, it won't be too bad but it helps to keep your eyes open.

[@johnniejackson9522]

Love the no nonsense approach

[@Mariasbabyalive]

Bas is such a great coach. El Guapo dropping knowledge.

[@johnv5211]

Bas you are the man! Your early videos taught me so much. Kept me from getting my ass handed to me when I started sparring. You'll always be my favorite fighter.

[@attaist]

it doesn’t matter how old Bas gets his fighting IQ is off the charts, very dangerous and still very powerful.

[@cowboycurtis2099]

Mr. Rutten = great teacher Betterment = content Discipline = freedom

[@kentallard8852]

If anyone is wondering the music playing over the PA during the first half is Link Wrays "Apache", and after that it is the Blade nightclub techo music

[@levity90]

Such a simple drill but so useful for actual fighting.

[@ufufnjjiugbdor7670]

Wow .. the thing about a calm fighter against an angry one its so true .. and there is a study that said relaxed muscles are more powerfull when they hit . Bas the way u see things on fighting proves why u are a champion .

[@TheDantheman12121]

i have literally seen this guy in a couple vids and he does seem like a great teacher and fighter.

[@Dom8o8]

If I had cash this is the trainer I’d get. All real life applications. Bas doesn’t play

[@relaxbro5605]

For me this guy is a legend on a Chuck Norris Level

[@GBXS]

Handige trainingsmethode! Bedankt voor het delen!

[@Robkinggozer]

Pearls of wisdom from a great warrior.

[@d.a.channel3820]

I have nothing but Respect for Bas!💯👊🏻

[@ferna2294]

What a legend.

[@harshchandola4103]

Will blindly do whatever u say Bas, you're the boss. Legend.

[@mikevaldez7684]

Very good instructor! Bas is a guy who obviously has had a lot of experience real time fighting....my favorite kind of training, too....all very practical😊

[@visboer6229]

Left, right hook, mid left full power. Thanks!

[@banzavatoka5929]

Respect to you sir. I train in Kuta and the liver attack will now be included in my reflexes drill especially against taller opponents. Thanks.

[@gelatoonconsole8960]

A day with bas rutten will leave you with years of knowledge

[@adms8169]

One of my favourites old-school

[@rahimkisoor7004]

Bas je blijft mijn topper in de VS met al je ervaring. Kom ik binnenkort langs voor een lever massage 👊🏾 LA is om de hoek.

[@casz7098]

Great drill! I do this with all my students that want to compete or really learn how to fight. Always practice realistic situations. This is similar to how a grappler will put them self in uncomfortable situations and try to work themselves out.

[@xyz9571]

Great practical advice. Never liked covering up for hooks because it's really only good when you have huge gloves on.

[@nightfighter7452]

I wish my kickboxing gym were like this. Instructor didn't even tell me how to throw a kick correctly until I asked him too and I got thrown into sparring full speed with people who had been there for years with no intention of teaching me anything

[@francobenegas6484]

I mean gyms cant give you a whole begginer lesson just for you, you go learning day by day, be grateful you spar mine doesnt spar as much as id like him to.

[@trevorporter4537]

He's a brute! Knockin dudes out with open hands back in the day!

[@MrHeathcliff83]

man with incredible knowledge and power

[@mN-bx9vb]

Thank you Mr. Rutten

[@antlerr]

was helping warm up one of the heavyweights in my boxing class that was the very next day going to fight in a bout dropp his guard when he finally conected with me, i was surprised he dropped his guard I was ready to be hit was ready to give it all i could for honestly i never could fight in any bout but wanted to prove to myself i was actually learning usefull things coach understood my reasoning i made a promise never to fight and i can't break that promise well just say i became my gyms unoficial warm up man, taught how to go up against anyone and not fear being hit i would stand toe to toe with anyone, learned quick why high guard is very bad yes i was fast enough to duck and weave but that was all i had if they passed my guard so since that moment on i call it the nutual guard, practiced keeping my hand to protect face, and elbow protect my body. see alot of myself in you Bas picked on then made it so no more can anyone bully you.

[@MMAFan20]

Bas please put out a long DVD with all your fight tips. I'll pay $100. Build a system and we sure to sell them and you will make lots of money off it. You are the best teacher. Much respect and thank you for being a nice person.

[@playlists9782]

Great fighter now a great trainer, with a great channel

[@therealshard]

he's an EXCELLENT teacher!!!

[@styleyK]

Done this drill in jkd, and it's very effective. Bass has great knowledge as always

[@flavioespaillat31]

Great instruction Señor Bas

[@anthb1990ify]

I've got my first uar rules fight coming up soon and I no this will stand me in good stead. Thanks baz. Best trainer out there

[@TheAlvarotz]

its so cool that bas trains beginners!!!!!!

[@Toki52]

Bas is the master in explaining technique. Gegard Mousasi is a perfect example of the effectiveness.

[@nocomment1469]

my favorite fighter is now a great trainer , wish a "Bas" would have a gym in every country

[@Apaged]

Man you’re such a wise teacher. I totally agree that blocks to the side of the head are useless beyond a point. Learn to block with arms and forearms.

[@Overunity357]

I really love this drill! I'm a new fighter so this is an area that I need improvement in. just what I was looking for. thanks so much

[@michaelpersan9698]

u still fiting ?? im mike brain damadge from gettin jummped in 2000 in fla

[@k27sweat]

Man Bas is THE MAN !!

[@declan8577]

My hero, Bas Rutten

[@Duddeldink]

I think I will suggest using something like this at my karate dojo. We do fixed stance sparring (basically horse stance at arms length, and then only using arms) and a reason we do it, is because we want people to learn to "get punched". But because we have it more as actual sparring than a drill, beginners always panick very easily. So this should be a good place to start them out :) Thank you Bas :D

[@parkerjenkinsx]

I heard Bas came into being when Chuck Norris shed a tear and that tear grew and became BaS Rutten

[@mikekosar6135]

His experience is unbelievable.. The man has tangled with very powerful and dangerous individuals... not just bar room brawls.. and defeated them..knowledge..one thing.. EXPERIENCE... ANOTHER..😉

[@d.a.t.4699]

Great teacher, thanks for sharing!!!

[@victorcabral5531]

I like what bas explained about the shield block and over exposing yourself I prefer outside blocks they feel more natural and have a faster delivery I've heard many people talking trash about the outside block on youtube, that it won't work bla bla bla i think I'm gonna listen to the pro.

[@JCMELKOR]

Bas is great at teaching

[@Sharkman3472]

How cool would it be to train with Bas!

[@LivioLamoneamusic]

This lesson saved Fabio Maldonado's life against Fedor.