What REALLY WORKS in Street Fights?

[@chrisoliver3779]

I worked as a bouncer (Doorman) for eight years, and I fully agree with everything said in this video. Add in a couple of simple takedowns, sweeps, etc. and you're set.

[@Richardparent879]

I have had a disability (severe asthma) since nine and so any kind of fighting for me is very dangerous (life threatening). I have managed thru my whole adult life to have never had to fight because I am very aware of people around me. However, five years ago I at 50 years old walking my Terrier one night was followed by 3 young drug addicts very high and clearly were going to rob me. As I turn a corner they made there move, as I turned to face them a man that moved on to my street was approaching the corner he immediately jumped into action pushing one guy into the other.. he yelled at them he didn't want to fight them and they should move on, well in the next minute they attacked and he landed knockout punches on all three and lined them up on the side walk, this all happened so fast I had not even finished calling the police. Their really are incredible heros out there and he would take no offer of thanks from me even tho I told him I might have lost my life if he hasn't intervened. He was true hero. I made sure I found where he lived and sent him quite the Christmas holiday hamper! I will never forget that night how lucky I was to have someone who grew up with family of Englishman Boxers.

[@bugs4680]

Working class heroes indeed , I wish you the best of health , during these crazy times , get yourself sword cane my friend ....be safe

[@rwdchannel2901]

You live in a neighborhood that's normally that dangerous?

[@SavageAudits]

Beautiful!

[@michaelschwab9563]

That's Fucking Awesome 👍🏻

[@drucifer667]

I am also disabled. I have some training from my Vietnam veteran father so I can go, but like you I don't have much stamina. My thing is on top of combat training I also know medical stuff from my sibling and mother. In my case as I know I won't last long I go for the most damage I can from any source. I try to walk the line between my training and being straight up feral, but it's very very difficult. First try to avoid. Second use what you can do. After that you don't have much of a choice but to go feral and hope you trained enough for the feral to have a touch of discipline. It doesn't always work, but nothing is 100% I hope you don't get in such a situation, but try to not let the adrenaline rule you. Practically anything can be used as a weapon if wielded properly. Best of luck and I hope you never have to actually use violence on anyone. If you know they will attack regardless try to distract. Get them laughing, then flee or get the alpha with everything you have. That might scatter the group. Remember the best weapon is almost always your mind.

[@mkkravist11]

In my corner of the martial world we call it Retzev- continuous motion. You give 100% until the threat is gone. This is a fantastic video- one of the very best Sensei Mark has done in my humble opinion. I’ve followed this channel since 3000 subs or so- what a journey!!!

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir, for sticking with me for so long. Much gratitude to you. 🙏

[@bryanlentz7160]

I learn A LOT from you, thanks!

[@The7thAdam]

I've got to say, you're an incredible teacher. I would really love to train under you.

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir. 🙏

[@dustin2250]

@@fightscience you also play chess. You're talking about tempo and initiative. The good doctor plays chess. 😉 I myself would love to spar there.

[@patray860]

Solid advice. I was watching riot footage and saw this video. So glad I watched. I took what you said and rewatched those riot fights. Wow! On the money 💰. Everyone is throwing those wild haymakers and the ones who got knocked were blocked and hit with consecutive close strikes ... you got a subscriber

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir. Hopefully you will like some of our other content as well.

[@craigm2484]

If an ordinary guy having a bad day starts with you his bad day is going to get ALOT WORSE! Hey thanks for uploads👍.

[@mauriceb9996]

Right on brother. Real world advise and techniques vs some of the other fancy martial art crap on KZbin.

[@pacificaifyouplease8560]

and #4, you are stepping off the line and outside his leading arm. Bravo. This and your video on sucker punches are possibly my favourite from a very good collection.

[@glenphillips1906]

Great advice, because stress makes you stupid, you don't want to over think the situation! Thanks for the video!

[@gbruceg5138]

Great close in techniques... We do a lot of that in Krav...

[@facelessman316]

you are awesome dude!! it so nice to hear you explain and make things look so practical.

[@willmaier4134]

Brilliant, Mark! You have a great knack for explaining things clearly and succinctly. Likewise, what you demonstrated are the kind of "real deal" techniques that work in the street. Practitioners of every style would greatly benefit from understanding the flow of combinations and concepts you presented. I especially liked how you controlled the "inside space" (Japanese word: "Kukan", the "space where everything is happening") so the attacker couldn't effectively land his haymakers. Thanks! I will be sharing this video with my students.

[@beebob51]

"Torrent of abuse"... My new favorite phrase ;) Great Video.

[@peaceonearth8693]

How come there isn't a drink with this name?

[@jaykpotter9149]

LOL, if I'd wanted to look at a torrent of abuse, I'd have logged in to Twitter !

[@mykaratejournal2120]

there you stole my comment .. my new favorite phrase too 😈✌️😇

[@jhemlock7852]

1:09 Adrenaline won't stop you getting knocked out if you're hit with a knock out punch. Some of the greatest athletes in the world are boxers, they are flooded with adrenaline during a fight, if they get clipped on the sweet spot they're going down like a rag doll. Adrenaline will not stop you getting knocked out, but a strong guard covering your chin and a strong neck can help prevent it.

[@shujiling213]

Thank you so much for this video

[@jackmihov5231]

Great job my good brother great lessons.

[@godfreytshishonga1037]

Super informative video as always

[@banebasara53]

I think these videos are important. Thank you for making them..please keep them coming

[@_....J........................]

Great advice. Thank you, Sifu.

[@Jhonkres]

amazing tips, i must train my flow with hands and elbows and knee strikes...ill do it soon. thank for share the knowledge with us.

[@jigarpatel3658]

Awesome video..great explanations.

[@1001speedster]

"Most people don't know what they are doing" 100% agreed. A lot of people, especially due to things like social media and instant info think they're suddenly experts at everything lol, and that's far from the case.

[@1001speedster]

@K.G.B xxp Then you know what you are doing, because you're not at home or on your phone on twitter or Instagram all day thinking you're an expert, or worse, be one of those guys who think they can fight just by watching ufc LOL. Training and sparring is how you earn real respect.

[@1001speedster]

@K.G.B xxp Hit up a gym when you can bro, sparring is important, especially with the right partner, it's what differentiates a practitioner from a spectator.

[@mykaratejournal2120]

Thanks for explaining the "flowing and unwinding" principle .. I can't help but totally admire its grace and potential utility. 👍✌️

[@andreboston4991]

This content is much appreciated because it let's you know HOW important training is.

[@tortelli2249]

Elbows always been my fave.

[@danielmcgregor8803]

Another good video. Basic blocking (no pun intended) and tackling combined with the right zen go along way.

[@mattnobrega6621]

Great video. I seen some muy Thai with wing chun combo and that's also great both at great and dangerous close quarter combat techniques. Thanks for the video sir.

[@13c11a]

Outstanding. I get so much from these short videos.

[@anthonyposer7440]

You are an amazing teacher. Your knowledge and charisma are wonderful. Thank you.

[@TheUmmahFightCamp]

There are some people who are the banner holders of certain arts and this guy imop is the one for Wing Chun. No question.

[@danieleriksen1130]

You have great videos. I get more out of your demonstrations than from my 1.5 years of Karate studio practice (3X per week).

[@AyushP2014]

Love your channel! 😊 Awesome videos..

[@ianosborne188]

Excellent!!

[@PleasantPanther]

Man!! You are good at this stuff. TY!

[@labronco7511]

Excellent video, very well explained! Love your videos, especially the newer ones!! Keep them coming please!🙏

[@ehodfi6037]

Another good one, Doctor!

[@wayneburgundy5628]

Thank you Doctor

[@jamesgilgannon4164]

Always great advice,!

[@benjaminshealey7451]

Absolutely love your videos. They are educational and functional!

[@locopoppy]

Thank you.

[@lazarus30001]

Love your stuff.

[@faniskalamata2264]

very good lesons

[@Boxingjoker26]

Always awesome. Love it! Thank you for the lessons.

[@a.cardenas4964]

New to your channel awesome videos. Thank you for your step by step very helpful sir

[@ninjasrose1653]

It's the calm yet slightly sinister smile after every video that gets me lol. I always found in Kickboxing and Krav, that a high guard whilst implementing those sliding elbow and rising elbow blocks VERY effective. And much safer than slipping and rolling. Imho the problem with slipping and rolling in anything outside Boxing, is you're open to other limbs and can get banged out much quicker as something will always hit you. Nothing is full proof obviously! But, I think a high guard and what you're showing here is about as effective as it gets. Love this channel! I'm guessing you've done various martial arts. But, judging by your striking I'm guessing more Krav/self defence based stuff over everything else!!??!

[@philipmann5317]

I liked the way your left automatically comes up to block his right. As an amateur, it seems the main thing is to not get clobbered.

[@Silvereagledude]

I love the concept of a “torrent of abuse”….that describes it quite nicely

[@richardschuerger3214]

Good stuff as always. I would love to hear your approach to what I call "old guy self defense" for people with physical limitations. By example, I was showing a friend some self-defense. He's older with type 1 diabetes and enough muscle wasting to make me concerned about bone density, so he can't train hard and balance is an issue. I had to retool what I was showing him to be things that would allow him to be underestimated since he'll never win on physicality. One of the things I taught him was to "accidentally fall" against a potential antagonist (pre fight, not during) so you can check his legs and feel which way his arms are moving. Another was just redefining an objective to "you need to get past him, not beat him" so here's how to turn his head to make that space. Cheers.

[@rishavyadav4230]

Great video 👍

[@donaldpump1282]

"most people dont know what they're doing" indeed.

[@Joshh556banana]

Good stuff brother

[@jithinunnikrishnan3631]

Hello Dr Philip, Absolute gem of information in all of your videos, can you please provide more information on situational awareness on how to identify the red flags before a fight and also suggest some reading materials for further research. Thanks very much.

[@wesleymitchell8462]

5:58 - thats the smartest phrase I've heard in 2024 so far

[@conspiracyortiz1660]

What i see alot of is people trying to pick you up and slam the other person.. Any videos on that... please, and thank.. ,Love your videos they are indeed very effective...

[@mentalluke9415]

I'm not trained in any form of fighting /self defence. I find Dr Mark's training tips / demo videos fascinating extremely interesting. Especially when his demo partner cops a few unfortunate ones. Just so they don't forget who's the Master. 👌

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir.

[@nLofi089]

You are awesome sir 😎 💗love from india , i watch your every video

[@lvluptoaverage52]

For those that think it doesn’t work against trained fighters then stop the video pay for a proper class so you can defend against a trained fighter because let’s face it. This video is free.

[@williamcornell5001]

#fightboss - and definitely practice hammer fists in a makiwara or heavy bag - just because it's not your knuckles doesn't mean you don't need to toughen up that part of your fist.

[@flystraight7994]

Always sharp

[@jimlowe5433]

Keep in mind that style and system are what contains the knowledge. A style is just one's own expression of combat. A system, on the other hand is a collection of various styles within a stated system. Each have their own variation. As each man, or woman, has their own particular physical structure which will dictate their ability for action. Age also is a factor, as is any physical limitation. The best BJJ, for example, will be hindered, in some ways, by injury or age. No matter whether one does a standup, with ground, there will still be restrictions, on some days, other days you have your "game" on! I would say it is a fair statement to make that no one is better than another in all cases. But each of us learn as we continue to grow. Making the distinction between what you practice, and why. Mark is a brilliant teacher, and one of the handful (in my humble opinion) "real world" practitioners that I have had the pleasure to watch. Though I only know him through his youtube presentations, it is my past experience (62 years at the time of this writing) of training, teaching, and "Pavement arena" participation (that is Geoff Thompson's term, not mine), which lends me to "tell" who is the "real deal" and who is not. Listen to this gentleman, who is both a good teacher and scholar, he will not steer you wrong!

[@SpookyGhostLad]

"if you can knock him out happy days right?" Never quite heard it put like that before lol

[@chadd772]

Is there a method to using whats in the video

[@kingsilver638]

Come across your channel very good advice expect anything and you are right you will get it hit . Don't freak use it to your advantage. If that makes any sense.

[@Jamoni1]

"Torrent of abuse" I see you've met my first wife.

[@rapoetry3851]

Every since I got attacked by two guys, I've been interested in self-defense and martial arts. It wasn't that I wasn't capable, it just I wasn't skilled. Very traumatizing experience.

[@rohithankinapalli5825]

Awesoem

[@tetsuo2x3x]

My favorite style. Thank you master 🙏.top channel on self defense 🙂 . Any plans to organise stage in France?

[@fightscience]

I will try to get over to France once things settle after the pandemic. Just need an invite from a school to kick it off. Thanks for asking.

[@tetsuo2x3x]

@@fightscience please keep posting about it. I will definitively be happy to learn from you.🙂🙏🤜

[@billydf9122]

I am from greece i am a boxer this technigs is awesome men i wish to teach me some of this peace ✌️ men you are wonderful teacher 💗

[@fightscience]

Thank you Sir. 🙏

[@sebastianmuller804]

Elbow-techniques are the essence in Keysi-Fighting-Method ;)

[@MNguyenChau]

I follow your video for a while and it aspires me a lot. Thank you for your effort! I have a question, how can you protect yourself from aggressive woman, like instead of punching, they have tendency of use their 'claws'. If you grabe them, they can still use sharp nail to injure your hand, and you cannot hit them in the face like for guys. So my point is how should i neutrelize their aggressiveness or protect myself without hitting them to unconscious?

[@craigm2484]

What I did bro just tilted my head down walked into the punch she through then walked away. Just walk that's all walk. HAVE A GREAT DAY.

[@craigm2484]

@Hudson Surfer well if ya like jail fire away at her then. Just not how I'd do it.

[@MNguyenChau]

@@craigm2484 thanks bro, walk away seems like best choice. And sure i dont like to be in jail so forget about hitting back. But i'm still wondering if there are other self defense technique against those nails and claws in close space, like catch the hands of the person and wait for them to cool down. In close space, if you were catched and curl yourself down, the attacker wont stop and then you have less choice: hit them or let yourself be attacked for hours (my case).

[@craigm2484]

@@MNguyenChau Nguyen brother Yes just leave the situation. If it's a girlfriend I suggest leaving her you can do much better than a girl whom choice is to hit you it can only lead to a bad outcome. Have a Great day bro.

[@MNguyenChau]

@@craigm2484 thanks a lot for your words of wisdom, brother

[@sirdudeness1386]

Its always stuck with me, on my first day of my Krav maga classes I've been taking the last 4 months my instructor told us violence can only be met with more violence. You always keep going till the threat is no longer a threat. Train train train and train hard. Then always hope you don't find yourself in a violent situation.

[@ogslabsam4202]

Got any tips for a 15 year old 140vs a 6’4 198 tad bit nervous ?

[@stevea.8816]

Excellent inside fighting, if a separation happens ,exploit it immediately before he can react. I am pretty sure getting a hold on an Ear wouldnt be pleasant. " Alls fair in Love and war " PS you taught me the hammer fist also, l need this shit, these People are not nice here. Hahahaha Thanks Teacher.

[@peaceonearth8693]

Hammerfists are handy. Yep

[@kiwibloke2000]

nop notch videos mate.

[@ragingbeast448]

SUP BRO PLEASE ANSWER.. WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN IM THE ONLY ONE AND MY ENEMIES ARE 2 or 3 WITH GOOD EXPERIENCE AT STREET FIGHT. I ONLY DO SHADOW BOXING, AND GOTTEN TO A FIGHT ONLY 3 times I DONT HAVE THAT EXPERIENCE PLEASE HELP ME THIS IS FOR EMERGENCY PURPOSE ONLY

[@usernamesystem3586]

run

[@soulerflare7]

Just think if those hammer fists had knives . That's crazy !!!

[@nbibby]

That cover & elbows thing saved me from serious harm getting mugged, it’s relatively instinctive too. I was able to back up against a car, took punches to body and top of my head but was able to keep my brain going. Fuckers didn’t get my wallet either.

[@DA-of9sv]

Mark can you prepare for the stresses and adrenaline of a fight by practicing being attacked in self defence classes. Surly this along with learn self defence would give you a clear advantage in a fight.?

[@fightscience]

Yes you can, although you need to practice surprise attacks and lots of stress based scenarios. Of course heavy sparring helps as well. Good luck.

[@DA-of9sv]

@@fightscience mark do you not do classes in different parts of the country like Manchester? Or is it just in London?

[@fightscience]

@@DA-of9sv unfortunately not. My academy is based in London. Of course you would be welcome to come down and train with us for a long weekend or a week. If you were able to stay local. Otherwise I do plan some remote coaching sessions via Zoom if that is of interest to you. Although my suggestion is perhaps to come down even for a day to get started, then train remotely with us. Just a thought. Have a great evening.

[@DA-of9sv]

@@fightscience yeah I have family that live in London so I might just do that. Thanks love the videos

[@Me_Admin]

What if ur opponent punches to ur groin? 😵😱....

[@darrylsmith3102]

One the really BIG problems with these kids today in a street fight is, They Grab you around your Waste, pic you up off your feet and SLAM you on the ground. That's Really! bad.

[@nicolasbiette5573]

Great, you speak right (sorry for english,I'm french..)you don't know how you'll react in a street fight the "D" day.....💪👍🤙🤟🏍🏍

[@marquanbrand-moorehead1887]

My Street Fighting Works For Sure,

[@Guide504]

Too many blades on the street for working inside the guard...solution ?

[@MrDonRam]

So what if they guy your fighting knows what he is doing and uses the wall to his advantage?

[@nicolaslucena6411]

Would you advise using a San Da throw in a self defense situation? Thanks

[@fightscience]

If available then take it. My favourite is the knee tap. Very easy to do. Here's an old video I did on it kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6nJn2x8h7CLmqc

[@knightveg]

One move I use when someone strangling me Majority of people who strangle put their hands on around the whole throat, that takes a lot strength to choke people ( I should know as I've been self harming majority of my life) Best counter is using your two thumbs and apply pressure to the Adam's apple , they have to release the grip on your after you've that done move don't need to be strong to apply technique

[@BOOMER-kk5ld]

Nice about to try this on my grandpa

[@DUKE_DUKE]

hit him while hes mean mugging... talking.

[@terri4994]

haha original im gonna go beat up my grandma haha

[@rohithankinapalli5825]

Osm

[@drucifer667]

I can see that you are very skilled, but the truth of the matter is if you primarily guard your head as you do, then what do you do about the left body hook? (liver punch) That single blow can end a fight and leave you utterly defenseless.

[@Richardparent879]

I know it's not your normal instructions, but if you are older male and really can't fight is there anything you can do to protect yourself from being to badly beaten up?

[@davidmann2988]

Carry a gun

[@jdb123ize]

I wanna be trained

[@Chitownhommy]

How do you defend yourself against professional fighters off the cuff with no experience? Like basically actions. If you can do a video on that, that would be something new.

[@KVAGELIS1]

👍👍👍

[@WillsOnWheels]

It’s just an ordinary guy having a bad day is classic.

[@clivestaples244]

So I've seen a lot of your videos and I'm wondering have you ever gotten into it with a random stranger on the street and how did that change or re-enforce the things you believed about fighting. Good vid, sir mark of the elbows.😄

[@fightscience]

Unfortunately many times. In my younger years I've experienced gang violence, racial attacks, credible death threats, violence related to nightclub security. All unpleasant experiences. Nothing to be proud. Violence is unnecessary.

[@clivestaples244]

@@fightscience that's a great sentiment but probably not realistic. I'm never worried about me resorting to violence however I am wary about the guy flexing at me. You're a bit of a poet warrior. Respect.

[@Master-AGN]

You’ll see a lot of fights come down to one gross motor skill, the king hit. So many mugs, that is all they have: the sucker punch king hit.

[@mikeflannery7905]

It's such a contrast, his ability to knock you out with a torrent of abuse... And the warm cheesy smile at the end, I bet every guy wishes he was their friend 😁

[@DUKE_DUKE]

What really works [under stress] is what you have trained. In truth there are no simple moves just practice.

[@stephenowens8398]

I was just wondering Mark, have you ever used your skills in a real life street situation? Cheers from Canada!

[@michigantopteamjoe1715]

Never