Self Defense Expert Reacts to Grappling Use in MMA - Target Focus Training - Tim Larkin

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  • Опубліковано 15 січ 2025

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  • @_vann
    @_vann Рік тому

    This video has given me a newfound appreciation for the technical aspects of grappling in MMA.

  • @avasmith4899
    @avasmith4899 Рік тому

    That knockout in the video was impressive!

  • @WillGarcia1992
    @WillGarcia1992 Рік тому

    This video serves as a reminder to prioritize personal safety

  • @LK-bz9sk
    @LK-bz9sk Рік тому +21

    My late grandfather was a fantastic boxer. He did however once have to deal with two guys trying to rob his store. He did end up on the ground with a guy on top of him. The other guy tried to kick my grandfather in the head. Pops had pulled the dude on him across as a shield and. his buddy took that kick. Gramps got up ran the other guy down and put him to seep with a right hook. RIP Gramps and your ground game was effective that day back in 1966 in South Africa.

    • @KadeBronson
      @KadeBronson Рік тому

      Was your gramps white?

    • @willempretorius6700
      @willempretorius6700 Рік тому

      ​@@KadeBronson Victims have only one colour : Green. They are a currency. That's it. Nothing more, nothing less.

  • @kishavos
    @kishavos Рік тому

    Wow, this video perfectly showcases the importance of grappling skills in MMA.

  • @jacoblee8278
    @jacoblee8278 Рік тому

    The emphasis on causing injury rather than trying to submit or compete is an eye-opener. It's all about ensuring your safety when faced with imminent harm.

  • @jeffgunnell9937
    @jeffgunnell9937 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely. Very good job finding this one. I agree 100%.

  • @cecilturner9930
    @cecilturner9930 Рік тому

    Loved the ears bit. "Pretty face . . . never been hit!" (Apologies to Muhammad Ali.)
    Great channel. Informative and entertaining. Thanks!

  • @sSmith678
    @sSmith678 Рік тому

    The combination of body slams and strikes to the neck can be devastating.

  • @JoeKing69
    @JoeKing69 Рік тому

    The thing I love most about your organization is how much you’ve grown and evolved over time. I do remember some years back how you said that you need to pick between combat sports and TFT and I’m glad you’ve decided to change your mind.

    • @gbody2617
      @gbody2617 Рік тому

      He didn't change his mind, he's just saying how he could tweak something here and there and show how that tweak could be self protection instead of self defense and used in a sport fight.
      Tim and where he comes from don't use grappling as you or I know it. They break necks and limbs and crush when it goes to the ground so if anyone who's a ground fighter goes to the ground with someone trained very well in the approach of what Tim does is very dangerous as is when a Judo guy slams another on concrete. Remember, Tim likes anything that is useful and there's a lot of useful stuff in martial arts.

    • @JoeKing69
      @JoeKing69 Рік тому

      @@gbody2617 i remember getting an email from him about 10 years ago saying that you’d have to choose between combat sports and TFT.

  • @Gabrieljohnson524
    @Gabrieljohnson524 Рік тому

    Wow, that was an impressive knockout in just 20 seconds! The fighter knew exactly how to use gravity and leverage to his advantage

  • @kravmagaCDK
    @kravmagaCDK Рік тому

    What's up Tim! DJ here ;). I agree with your video. Using the ground as a weapon is a fight ender. The problem is the title. In the video that guy wasn't using BJJ. That's actually an illegal move. BJJ (which I also do) principles is about control so their takedowns are soft. They want to take you down with enough connection that they won't lose control over you once you hit the floor. Once they get you down there then they injure you. Judo on the other hand ( the so called gentle art ) is designed to take you out once you hit the ground. That being said everything you said in the video was spot on💪🏾

    • @Prot3ctMedia
      @Prot3ctMedia  Рік тому

      Title was supposed to say mma not BJJ thx for the heads up DJ!

  • @fredazcarate4818
    @fredazcarate4818 Рік тому

    Great advice from a true warrior! 👊👍

  • @mrdave777
    @mrdave777 Рік тому +4

    My main issue. As I’ve taken numerous MMA modalities. Is placing someone in say a rear naked choke on the ground. And your vulnerability being ON the ground.
    As a cop, in the octagon, as a sport, it’s perfect. Not street fighting IMO.

  • @emmawalker9188
    @emmawalker9188 Рік тому

    I never realized the potential of using strikes to the side of the neck in conjunction with grappling. It's a powerful combination.

  • @gbody2617
    @gbody2617 Рік тому +1

    Nice one. I've been involved with your approach since your days at the other place and this one escaped me. You guys really did think of a lot of the different ways that violence defeats all. As soon as it happened, I saw it and was like "How come I never thought of that one" and it's because I never thought about using the force of gravity to the head and at the same time 200lbs on the side of the neck instead of compression ground fighting. Great video!

  • @AmeeeeM
    @AmeeeeM Рік тому

    Love how he emphasizes the importance of using grappling for injury and quick incapacitation. Real-world self-defense!

  • @PascalSaysset
    @PascalSaysset Рік тому +5

    I've perfected my Judo for almost 25 years; it's very effective... against one opponent. But these days, in a life-and-death situation, your opponent is either armed or isn't alone. There, it puts you at a serious disadvantage.
    One reason I moved to Silat years ago because it is not just complementary but also uses many of the same principes for providing efficient takedowns and quick and dirty ground (and upright) fighting.

    • @gregory4154
      @gregory4154 Рік тому +2

      I really like the leg sweeps/takedowns of Silat. It's quick, efficient, and allows you a quick 1/2 second to make a calculated decision: run away or go further into the fight. Great MA.

  • @anthonyluisi7096
    @anthonyluisi7096 Рік тому +1

    That vagus nerve scenario is awesome 👏

  • @MasterPoucksBestMan
    @MasterPoucksBestMan Рік тому

    Even without taking into account the direct effect of the forearm on the nerves in the neck, it kept the opponent from tucking his chin to keep his head from impacting.

  • @alonzoclark
    @alonzoclark Рік тому

    It's all about survival!

  • @ronan4681
    @ronan4681 Рік тому +10

    Over 50 years training martial arts 4hrs a days, 6 days a week.
    Over 40 years working in security and bodyguard.
    I have very rarely had an incident that was purely one on one, they almost always have mates running in to help.
    That is the reason I generally avoid any grappling in confrontational situations, the exception I have found is in domestic violence situations where the assailant is generally alone.

  • @emmanuelscotch
    @emmanuelscotch Рік тому

    It's interesting to see how combat sports techniques can be applied effectively in real-life situations. This fighter showed that ending the fight quickly is crucial for self-protection.

  • @elizabethmaniglia4223
    @elizabethmaniglia4223 Рік тому +1

    Mr.Larkin,would you please do a video on how target focus training deals with kicks.Ive been watching your channel for a while and I dont think youve ever addressed kicks.

  • @nomihaider96
    @nomihaider96 Рік тому

    Am your biggest fan sir ❤️

  • @scottyg5403
    @scottyg5403 Рік тому +1

    Another excellent video! Thank you!

  • @paujohn-c1l
    @paujohn-c1l Рік тому

    Thanks. Can you make a video on Sambo and its effectiveness? I think they know this stuff.

  • @regprofant8609
    @regprofant8609 Рік тому

    Joined your material oneyear pre-paid, instead of monthly,and 6 months in i have yet to get in as my password is always denied..

  • @CapitanFantasma1776
    @CapitanFantasma1776 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Tim!

  • @blindjusticeandcommonsense2786

    Yes, rock to the back of the head works just as well as back of the head to rock. The only difference is how much physical effort each route takes to get to the same end result.

    • @faitharnold4643
      @faitharnold4643 Рік тому

      Head small and moving. Rock small and moving.
      Head small and moving. Ground BIG and not moving.
      Which combination is more likely to effectively make contact?

    • @blindjusticeandcommonsense2786
      @blindjusticeandcommonsense2786 Рік тому

      @@faitharnold4643 Doesn't matter. What matters is getting the end result: Injury.
      The amount of effort you have to put in to go either route is just part of your calculation to get from them being a threat to them being injured/non functional.

  • @RyanSmith-op5vu
    @RyanSmith-op5vu Рік тому

    I have almost no experience in unarmed combat. If I have an MMA gym near me that has classes in both Muay Thai and BJJ, which would give me a faster gain in real-world capabilities? (Understanding that both sports need translation in order to use techniques for defense)

    • @faitharnold4643
      @faitharnold4643 Рік тому +1

      Don't bother with the martial arts for self protection. They are athletic SPORTS. Just study TFT. Tons of great videos out there.

    • @RyanSmith-op5vu
      @RyanSmith-op5vu Рік тому +2

      @@faitharnold4643 I think that’s a truth people run too far with. Do I want the first time I grapple with a human or get punched in the face to be the first time I get assaulted? The sport is not going to bet he final answer, but it can be part of it. I want to know how to best control someone’s movement under pressure, or how to time strikes to connect with a moving target. I think sport is a great way to figure that out.

    • @andrewminer3308
      @andrewminer3308 Рік тому

      @@RyanSmith-op5vu train both. You will be light years ahead of people that think you can fight effectively from watching videos or going to weekend seminars.

  • @squealer42
    @squealer42 Рік тому +1

    Those out of shape 500lb gurus can't kick your arse sitting down because you just don't believe in their system hard enough.

  • @backwardog1
    @backwardog1 Рік тому

    Already a student of TFT. Have you called Mike Glover? Mike is building prep centers around the U.S. Just a thought.

  • @bobbydabutcha
    @bobbydabutcha Рік тому

    Body lock take down, slam them on the concrete. Done deal. Just be careful not to slam the back of their head, unless it's a dire situation. Nate Diaz just choked someone out via modified standing Guillotine right on Bourbon street a few weeks ago lol.

  • @rodvan-zeller6360
    @rodvan-zeller6360 Рік тому

    LOL that will teach him not to hug strangers

  • @bluetickfreddy101
    @bluetickfreddy101 Рік тому

    As a pretty good hs wrestler
    I concur
    Cheers

  • @aristolochene
    @aristolochene Рік тому +5

    When I worked loss prevention jiu jitsu helped me put multiple people to sleep after I got into physical altercations with them. I learned quickly to not get into fights for 15 dollars an hour. I was an idiot. But size matters, strength matters and training in a variety of martial arts matters. If there are multiple opponents I don't care if you're jon jones. Its not going to be a fair fight of there are 3 or more people involved.