I pulled out this footage from 2 years ago at Gracie barra Ottawa that I never got to edit. Sometimes I can get buried with footage and thats why it can take so long for me to edit and release some videos!
Please dont stop commenting it's the best part and really sets you apart from other sparring videos. Love to hear how you set up and highlight the things we miss. The slo-mo is great and people can just mute the video if they dont want to hear comments.
@@MMAShredded Thank you for all the amazing content! You're consistently a topic of conversation at Muay Thai and I've personally found a love and respect for ending combos with a low kick because of you.
Easy to see how Yusuf became so skilled. He is a great sparring partner: excellent control, thinks through his game and his opponent’s game, focuses on form over speed and strength, no negative ego, and can laugh while being serious. This means he can train with anyone in a gym safely and productively.
Great sparring partners are so helpful to have in a gym. There was a dude named DJ at my gym, he was ~200 lbs, quick, switched stances, super technical, and also chill and everyone loved sparring with him.
Personally, I really like the slow mo style... I think for some exchanges it highlights the cool part even more. I think some people could still benefit from you picking certain parts that are extra interesting and maybe not as obvious what is going on for you to explain though.
I appreciate you being honest, humble and putting yourself out there, knowing you are showing where you don't look as good as you usually do! Sparring bigger/taller opponents with superior reach can be challenging! 😅
Well done Jeff and tanks for everything you do ! Pls keep the commentary going and use the slow mo as an highlight, after the real time footage, as they do on TV. It will allow you to give us even more technical details. Much love from France bro !
Awesome session Jeff. While it was 2 years ago you have definitely grown a lot as a fighter since then. It would be interesting to see you spar with him again now. Hopefully everybody takes note here. Adapting in the middle of a fight like Jeff does here when he started to stand his ground more the match went better for him. That's a sign of true mastery in martial arts.
Hey man, I love the slo-mo addition but please, don't leave out the commentary. It's the thing that helps me the most to improve on my fighting awareness, the build up of the technics, which kicks are for distracting and feinting and the ones are supposed to land, the thought process of how the fight is devolpling in first person... those are the things that really make the difference between your chanel and the rest, and it's thanks to them that I'm able to follow all the small details that can change the course of a fight. I love your chanel, keep it up!
Yes, the uninterrupted slowmo footage is great! It's great both from the standpoint of enjoyment and engagement with the video, as well as when you actually want to learn something from it. I feel the urge to pause the video and go frame by frame much less often. Great idea and great job :) But your voice commentary is always appreaciated. It increases the learning value, so I would not cut that part.
I like both styles of editing to be honest but if I had to chose, I like your spotlight breakdowns because I’m not a fighter so hearing your input during pauses helps me learn.
There are many things that set professional fighters a league above, but the one thing that stands out is the efficiency and precision of movement. It takes so much skill and confidence in your own ability to only make necessary moves and to stay protected with just enough movement, but not too much. Incredible job though. The fact that you can even hang as much as you did is insane.
I love the slow-mo parts. I think slo-mo with a little bit of commentary is the best of both worlds. You are killing it with the content! Keep up the good work 👏🏼
As always thanks so much for sharing -you’re the best! Also here have some unsolicited opinions: I find the usual blacking out a bit too disruptive, so I like that slowmo version better. Your comments on the other hand usually really help me grasp what is happening/ what was the plan. Anyways much love!
Thanks for the video! The slow-mo style is nice, but as others have already written your commentary about what is happening and what you are thinking in the moment is what sets the videos apart. Also sometimes it is nice to see the real speed of the action to really appreciate it. Maybe you could try slow-mo replays of interesting parts - though I know other could feel that it would be disruptive to the flow of the video ..
The slow mo is actually very cool. I’ve been kickboxing/sparring for 4 years so I always had a very good idea of what’s going on but the slo mo like highlights things and I imagine it’s incredibly helpful for beginners!
Oh wow. So many change ups in his movement. What was a kick, is then a feint, then turned to another feint, then a punch... Great stuff. And the new editing style is spot on.
Didn’t know this guy but he is really good. His striking game is on point. Gotta say that at the end of the video, we can see that you got to understand his timing better. Props to you for sparring these guys. Great content as always 🔥
Video style with the slowmos is very good! feels more cohesive as we see what leads to what, and on top of that when I see the slowmo starting I start paying attention more and can see more details of what happends, plus it keeps the attention going throught the video as its less repetitive than having one tempo. Very nice!
Wow, that guy was LIGHTNING fast! I'm used to seeing you getting in and out before the other guy blinks. Nice job in the session, you did well despite the natural disadvantage. I like the slow-mo, but the highlight of the channel for me is your commenting and thoughts during the video. If you can combine both it would be amazing, though I don't know how much of a hussle that makes the editing. If I have to choose one it's your commentary, but both would be a significant improvement. Cheers man!
Slow mo technique very good but don't stop ur in depth stop motion analysis, go 4 a combo, slow mo 4 good techs in the fight and your usual stop motion analysis 4 stand out techniques during the fight✊. Keep up the gr8 content, much love from Africa Eswatini (Swaziland)
Slow motion is definitely interesting. I would even go for a slow mo to draw attention to the cool échange, and then a second slower mo to hone in on what exactly happened, then back to regular speed. I understand editing is hard work though so whatever you give us I will work with. Thanks for the great revision material Jeff chan!
Not only was he fast, but he's got a reach advantage. It looked like he could still counter and hit you back right after you hit him even with your full extension.
The slowmo effects are awesome! Helps analyzes the before, the land, and the consequence a bit better. I wonder what adding that classic circle highlight to this would do
I love this video editing style. I’m sure it’s a little harder to do to select and slow down the clips, but it makes the viewing much more digestible for the viewer
Really awesome sparring! Your partner Yousef is extremely fast and seems to know exactly where he's going ahead of time! You can tell he puts a lot of effort into not hurting his partner despite the speed and he is great at catching kicks and using those teaps for spacing. You maintain your composure real well against that flurry, it would be really easy to just get scared and start swinging for the fences and you kept running your game plan and switching it up and keepin cool. Impressive on all fronts Jeff. Thx again
I like slow motion on some of the exchanges and significant strikes! Sometimes I'd have to rewind to grasp what just happened, but the slow mo helps with that, great editing!👍🏾
Hi Jeff, Nice video, slow mo are nice but I prefer when you comment more on the video. It's really your signature on RUclips, those technical comments on the sparring sessions. 😁😁😁👍👍👍
It seemed as the Bellator fighter was able to read a great deal of your manuvers; however the sparring was done slowly. Mr Chan your technique and abillity is outstanding. I am so pleased that you release the sparring and the fact that you observe the sparring as it should be. I truly believe there are few poeple like yourself that are willing to admit their perfected techniques and their weaknesses alike. You are so open minded. I have a difficult time believing competitors like yourself are not completely self centered. I admire your integrity, love for the sport and willingness to share.
I enjoy both styles of editing but you commentating during the video is my slight preference. Im only a beginner and dont understand the high level nuances just by watching, which you explain well. Great stuff and fun video as always! Cheers Jeff!
IDK about the slow mo, maybe save it for the near misses. I prefer to see the exchanges unfold in real time and hear your analysis over the top. Your sparring analysis is probably the best, most concise on RUclips and it's one of the main reasons I keep coming back to your channel
definitely keep circling and explaining its what took the channel here in my opinion. perhaps a combo of both to show it in movement but dont get rid of the full freeze and circle either
The point for point breakdown is great for an official sanctioned match, especially if it goes to a decision. These shorter videos work great with the slow mo!
Love the new style videos. I watched you through all of my own fights localy in WA and have been able to implement multiple points of your style into my own. Ive seen lots of growth and have some sneaky stuff only I (and Jeff) now know.Thank you for the awesome content 👊
Great footage, Yusuf looks super sharp in this session. I'll be honest, I found the constant snapping into slow motion to be distracting. I think I'd prefer to see the exchange at full speed first, with the slow motion highlight repeated after. In terms of videography, I think using multiple methods of highlighting important sequences (zoom, slow mo, VFX/overlays, rewinds, etc) makes for a more interesting viewing experience. I hope I don't sound critical, I enjoyed the footage and I love your channel. Just wanted to offer some constructive feedback.
Bro you could also make another video from this footage talking about the mistakes you made and where you have improved since this video. keep up the great work.
haha maybe yours isn't, but most of my audience is, atleast thats what my analytics say on RUclips. When people don't finish the video, it effects the RUclips algorithm negatively :/
Awesome. Trying to land shots on a bigger guy is extremely hard. I find myself constantly having to work harder to find an opening without taking punishment on the way in but once on the inside I can get some shots off and it feels good 😂
What a tricky fighter blurring the lines between feint teep to just changing his mind and being able to pull back a technique so naturally. Very high definition mind games he's playing
Jeff, bro, we all get outclassed by those who's bigger, faster, smarter, better footwork, better movements, better strikes and blocks, and that's what makes us stronger and better, to learn our own mistakes and practice to make it better. And l know you have learn here. Great video session bro, keep it up 💪🥊👍
Another great video! Nice experiment with the slow motion I like it as well and I think you should continue with it. Now correct me if I am wrong but it looks like he is checking your kicks with kicks. I've seen this done in both traditional and combat sports but never used to this degree.
You should really check out breakdowns of fighting by IIRC called Samart, this isn’t even as far as it can be used, the push kick is a wonder to behold when used by Samart
Just chiming in to say I would prefer more commentary. As someone who's still relatively new to Muay Thai it helps me catch some of the nuances I might otherwise miss.
Jeff... Him being taller, he has a much longer Reach and penetration depth, with his straight Kicks (and punches). Straight lines almost always beat a Circular path... especially when you have the distance disadvantage (and have to deal with superior downwards leverages on top of it all). In order for you to overcome these things... you need to learn Leg Fencing methods (I learned these from Wing Chun, though, they are a part of many other Combat arts). When the OP starts to kick.. you use your own leg to intercept, then immediately counter-kick. Similar to if your legs were Fencing Foils. The same is true for him being about to Punch you... but you are not able to get close enough to strike him. If you have arm fencing technology.. you can intercept his attack mid-way.. then step in with enough a trap to his rear arm.. or an immediate strike.. depending on the circumstances at play. You also have short range kicks, that can be added into the mix, if you get good at short-power generation. If you just try to play the same game of rushing in for a well timed hit... he will pretty much always end up tagging you... unless maybe he starts to get Fatigued, and loses some accuracy, speed, and timing. But a masterclass level striker... is going to be able to maintain precision, speed, and power... for a very long time. Likely a lot longer than you will be able to survive.. their best hits on you. Also, a Warning: Its almost always a bad idea to try to defend a mid level kick with your arms. When you do this, your arms end up in a low position, unable to defend against their high level attacks. As such, its common to do a partial mid kick (feint), and then quickly step in with an upper gate attack. This is again, where proper leg fencing methods, will help prevent such defensive issues.
@@MMAShredded Next time you spar, try using some Oblique Kicks. Targets: Just above the kneecap, Middle thigh, or the leading side of the Hip bone. Toes pointing "outside", and connecting between the Heel and the Instep. Be very careful about how much force you use... as this can REALLY mess someone up with very little power output. This will help stop many kicks from even starting. It will also help halt them from stepping in towards you. Also.. I actually used this to stop a TKD fighters spinning kick.. by Slant kicking the back of his extending leg. After you stop them, you can often step in with a counter kick. Or.. you can do rapidfire chained kick combinations. Such as kicking above the knee, then immediately to the Hip... or changing to a front kick. Im my case, I personally loved using Toe-Stabbing kicks, right after an Oblique Kick. But to do that... you need a good deal of Sandbag conditioning, to strengthen the big toes for heavy impacts... otherwise you will probably break them. (I once used a Toe Stabbing kick to a Kyokushin karate instructors inner thigh muscle. He was then temporarily unable to move.. making it easy to step in with a serious of handstrikes. He was so shocked at what just took place.. that he stopped sparring, and asked me what the heck I did, and what it was called! heh) Anyway... the Oblique kick will help to stop kicks that just barely get started... but to be able to defend against a kick that is most of the way there.. you need different leg fencing techs. That said.. at even a quarter power, with enough development... this kick can put someone out of commission, for over a month worth of recovery time... so be careful of this one. Either way... by attacking forwards, rather than with round kicks, you will have a much faster response... and potentially set up a lot more opportunities. Especially since a lot of sport fighters are not used to having this kind of kick performed on them... and performed so often.
@@Rayon811 Why do you laugh?! Ive used them all the time in sparring matches, against fighters of all kinds. You have to tone them down to more of a Stop-Kick... but even then, they are extremely fast and effective. Far more effective, than the typical low round kicks, that most fighters use against each other. Remember, straight lines are faster than circular paths. Furthermore... its very Disruptive... when you are trying to step in... or kick... and suddenly, you are abruptly "Stopped". Look at the Teep / Front kick here. It was extremely effective at preventing Jeff from stepping in range. This is the same energy application... but applied to the lower legs... and it makes it even more effective... because its 1) Harder to visibly see (due to how low + fast it is) 2) Much closer, and much faster to land 3) Not easy for the OP to be able to ABSORB, like you can with a teep 4) Much harder to avoid / defend.. unless you have equal leg-fencing skills.
Yuh, those slow downs are dope indeed. A little breakdown before or something is dope too, but doesn't have to be on each and every exchange.. just slowing them down to showcase it works. I mean it feels good to watch for me at least. : )
A great teep is so underrated…feel like he really broke up ur flow early on…one of the most annoying feelings trying to close distance and keep getting stabbed…but seeing it from a bigger guy even more impressive!! Thnks for sharing as usual!!!
This guy has great fight IQ. He noticed your head movement and decided to go for leg kicks and body shots. He would throw off rhythm so in between your movements and aim for your heavy leg so you couldn't get oout of thr way. Perfect deconstruction of your style
I pulled out this footage from 2 years ago at Gracie barra Ottawa that I never got to edit. Sometimes I can get buried with footage and thats why it can take so long for me to edit and release some videos!
Aren't you a lightweight? When you fought your competition back then you are a lightweight
Slo-mo of significant strikes is great.
thanks for slowmo-ing the key bits, it means we don't have to anymore!
No worries. Thanks for the content.👊🏾
@@counterkidnapping1737 no, go check for yourself
Please dont stop commenting it's the best part and really sets you apart from other sparring videos. Love to hear how you set up and highlight the things we miss. The slo-mo is great and people can just mute the video if they dont want to hear comments.
thx for feedback!!
@@MMAShredded Thank you for all the amazing content! You're consistently a topic of conversation at Muay Thai and I've personally found a love and respect for ending combos with a low kick because of you.
@@MMAShredded Maybe consider having a raw page where you post videos like this, and keep this one the same way.
The slowdown was nice. Commenting and slowdown might be cool
We all agree
Easy to see how Yusuf became so skilled. He is a great sparring partner: excellent control, thinks through his game and his opponent’s game, focuses on form over speed and strength, no negative ego, and can laugh while being serious. This means he can train with anyone in a gym safely and productively.
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Exactly!!
Great sparring partners are so helpful to have in a gym.
There was a dude named DJ at my gym, he was ~200 lbs, quick, switched stances, super technical, and also chill and everyone loved sparring with him.
Spot on. He looks great to spar
yup idk why but people always have problems with controll its why i learned to always keep a tight defense
The slowmo is a very nice addition Jeff. It gives the viewer more time to analyze and learn from the moment of defense/offense
I appreciate the feedback man!
I agree
yesss i agree instead of me trying to switch to .5x hahahah
Personally, I really like the slow mo style... I think for some exchanges it highlights the cool part even more. I think some people could still benefit from you picking certain parts that are extra interesting and maybe not as obvious what is going on for you to explain though.
thanks for your feedback Mike, I take your wisdom highly!
Man, who is this troll...Get out of here, troll!😀😀😀
ye , i slo mo most of the top mma fights , and recorded spar session also to see how pus#$$@ i am
I appreciate you being honest, humble and putting yourself out there, knowing you are showing where you don't look as good as you usually do! Sparring bigger/taller opponents with superior reach can be challenging! 😅
:) thanks brother!!! talk soon
Well done Jeff and tanks for everything you do ! Pls keep the commentary going and use the slow mo as an highlight, after the real time footage, as they do on TV. It will allow you to give us even more technical details. Much love from France bro !
Awesome session Jeff. While it was 2 years ago you have definitely grown a lot as a fighter since then. It would be interesting to see you spar with him again now. Hopefully everybody takes note here. Adapting in the middle of a fight like Jeff does here when he started to stand his ground more the match went better for him. That's a sign of true mastery in martial arts.
id love to work with him again for sure!!
Hey man, I love the slo-mo addition but please, don't leave out the commentary. It's the thing that helps me the most to improve on my fighting awareness, the build up of the technics, which kicks are for distracting and feinting and the ones are supposed to land, the thought process of how the fight is devolpling in first person... those are the things that really make the difference between your chanel and the rest, and it's thanks to them that I'm able to follow all the small details that can change the course of a fight. I love your chanel, keep it up!
Yes, the uninterrupted slowmo footage is great! It's great both from the standpoint of enjoyment and engagement with the video, as well as when you actually want to learn something from it. I feel the urge to pause the video and go frame by frame much less often. Great idea and great job :) But your voice commentary is always appreaciated. It increases the learning value, so I would not cut that part.
I appreciate your feedback man!
I love the commentary and I really like the slo-mo!! Great content as always!!!
thanks!!
I like both styles of editing to be honest but if I had to chose, I like your spotlight breakdowns because I’m not a fighter so hearing your input during pauses helps me learn.
thanks for your feedback!!!
There are many things that set professional fighters a league above, but the one thing that stands out is the efficiency and precision of movement.
It takes so much skill and confidence in your own ability to only make necessary moves and to stay protected with just enough movement, but not too much.
Incredible job though. The fact that you can even hang as much as you did is insane.
I love the slow-mo parts. I think slo-mo with a little bit of commentary is the best of both worlds. You are killing it with the content! Keep up the good work 👏🏼
thanks!!
Agreed
As always thanks so much for sharing -you’re the best! Also here have some unsolicited opinions: I find the usual blacking out a bit too disruptive, so I like that slowmo version better. Your comments on the other hand usually really help me grasp what is happening/ what was the plan. Anyways much love!
I appreciate the feedback man!
I think a hybrid approach would be good where you narrated the best exchanges and slime the good ones.
Awesome. I do prefer the older format better I think. But it s cool that u experiment 😊👍🏽
thank you for the feedback!!
I gotta say I agree, I probably just don't know what I'm looking at without the highlighting XD
Yeah I agree, old format for me too
Humble as always
thanks for always supporting man!
Thanks for the video! The slow-mo style is nice, but as others have already written your commentary about what is happening and what you are thinking in the moment is what sets the videos apart. Also sometimes it is nice to see the real speed of the action to really appreciate it. Maybe you could try slow-mo replays of interesting parts - though I know other could feel that it would be disruptive to the flow of the video ..
I appreciate the feedback bro!!!
Yes the slow downs are like the highlights of the match! Keep doing it! Also listening to the key thing you learned from the match is awesome too.
The slow mo is actually very cool. I’ve been kickboxing/sparring for 4 years so I always had a very good idea of what’s going on but the slo mo like highlights things and I imagine it’s incredibly helpful for beginners!
thanks for the feedback!
Oh wow. So many change ups in his movement. What was a kick, is then a feint, then turned to another feint, then a punch... Great stuff.
And the new editing style is spot on.
thanks man!!!
His checking and kick timing game is on point. Also love the new slo mo editing!
yeah hes good!!
Maaan, you may be outmatched, by never outclassed 😎
Keep up the good work, Jeff. You're an inspiration
thanks so much!!!
Dude your play by play is so helpful for beginners like me who is just trying to learn and grow. Thanks man I love your channel
Thanks man !
Didn’t know this guy but he is really good. His striking game is on point. Gotta say that at the end of the video, we can see that you got to understand his timing better. Props to you for sparring these guys. Great content as always 🔥
thx!!
Video style with the slowmos is very good! feels more cohesive as we see what leads to what, and on top of that when I see the slowmo starting I start paying attention more and can see more details of what happends, plus it keeps the attention going throught the video as its less repetitive than having one tempo. Very nice!
thanks for the feedback!!
Much prefer this editing style. Immersion isn't broken at all while still giving understanding of the movements.
noted!
Jeff I love the new editing style man, it's much easier to study your footage this way
thanks :)
The slowmo is a really cool addition. Man I thought your sparring videos couldn't get any better!!
thanks for the feedback!!
Wow, that guy was LIGHTNING fast! I'm used to seeing you getting in and out before the other guy blinks. Nice job in the session, you did well despite the natural disadvantage.
I like the slow-mo, but the highlight of the channel for me is your commenting and thoughts during the video. If you can combine both it would be amazing, though I don't know how much of a hussle that makes the editing. If I have to choose one it's your commentary, but both would be a significant improvement. Cheers man!
yeah man he was fast!! I appreciate your feedback!!
Very pleasant to watch with that slow motion, although I liked your comments during previous sprarrings
thanks for the feedback!!
Slow mo technique very good but don't stop ur in depth stop motion analysis, go 4 a combo, slow mo 4 good techs in the fight and your usual stop motion analysis 4 stand out techniques during the fight✊. Keep up the gr8 content, much love from Africa Eswatini (Swaziland)
cheers!!! thx for feedback!
This video has to be the most effective and skilful man dance we can ever see, everything is controlled, everything is technical. What a sight to see
osss
Slow motion is definitely interesting. I would even go for a slow mo to draw attention to the cool échange, and then a second slower mo to hone in on what exactly happened, then back to regular speed.
I understand editing is hard work though so whatever you give us I will work with. Thanks for the great revision material Jeff chan!
noted :) thanks for the feedback!!
Not only was he fast, but he's got a reach advantage. It looked like he could still counter and hit you back right after you hit him even with your full extension.
cheers!
The exchanges were a thing of beauty in this vid and slow mo made it just a bit better!
thank you!!!
The slowmo effects are awesome! Helps analyzes the before, the land, and the consequence a bit better.
I wonder what adding that classic circle highlight to this would do
noted :)
Love it!! I'm a fan of both styles of Editing though. The pop at true speed mixed with Slow mo to show that form. It's like Music or Dance.
thanks for the feedback!!!
Always cool to see good control and high tech sparring! I liked the momentary slow mo's in between the exchanges, adds the chefs kiss to the video lol
:))
Thank you for the spar Jef! Loved it brother
ossss
I liked this type of editing, easier to see and learn more. Thank you for the work!
Love the slow mo-ing important sections! Great suggestion, big up yourself whoever said it
thanks for the feedback!
slow mo editing is awesome, very captivating and all the movements are clearly visible
thanksss!!
I love this video editing style. I’m sure it’s a little harder to do to select and slow down the clips, but it makes the viewing much more digestible for the viewer
thanks for the feedback!
Love the slowmotion on relevant hits! It allows to better evaluate the technique and learn.
thanks for the feedback!!
Really awesome sparring! Your partner Yousef is extremely fast and seems to know exactly where he's going ahead of time!
You can tell he puts a lot of effort into not hurting his partner despite the speed and he is great at catching kicks and using those teaps for spacing.
You maintain your composure real well against that flurry, it would be really easy to just get scared and start swinging for the fences and you kept running your game plan and switching it up and keepin cool.
Impressive on all fronts Jeff. Thx again
thanks for watching :)
your videos always get my hyped for my own sparring sessions at the gym haha great content man!
I like slow motion on some of the exchanges and significant strikes! Sometimes I'd have to rewind to grasp what just happened, but the slow mo helps with that, great editing!👍🏾
thanks for the feedback!!
Love the new editing style. You can appreciate all the movements, set ups and techniques more. Thank you Jeff!
thanks for the feedback!!
Great content and the addition of slow mo was an excellent idea! Thank you Jeff, osss!
Thanks man!
Hi Jeff,
Nice video, slow mo are nice but I prefer when you comment more on the video. It's really your signature on RUclips, those technical comments on the sparring sessions. 😁😁😁👍👍👍
thanks for your feedback!!!
I think it's cool that you mix up the editing styles it gives your channel variety
This is how sparring should look like, nice! I truly enjoyed the slow-mo part, nice idea!
It seemed as the Bellator fighter was able to read a great deal of your manuvers; however the sparring was done slowly. Mr Chan your technique and abillity is outstanding. I am so pleased that you release the sparring and the fact that you observe the sparring as it should be. I truly believe there are few poeple like yourself that are willing to admit their perfected techniques and their weaknesses alike. You are so open minded. I have a difficult time believing competitors like yourself are not completely self centered. I admire your integrity, love for the sport and willingness to share.
cheers!!
1:36 counter was awesome.
he's got some really creative combos, I think the slo-mo does a good job of highlighting that
noted!!
i like the old style videos, the weird slow mo makes you guys look like normal people
I like the slowed down strikes, easier for me to see what is happening without having to stop and rewind frequently.
I enjoy both styles of editing but you commentating during the video is my slight preference. Im only a beginner and dont understand the high level nuances just by watching, which you explain well. Great stuff and fun video as always! Cheers Jeff!
thanks for the feedback!!
IDK about the slow mo, maybe save it for the near misses. I prefer to see the exchanges unfold in real time and hear your analysis over the top. Your sparring analysis is probably the best, most concise on RUclips and it's one of the main reasons I keep coming back to your channel
I appreciate the feedback!!
definitely keep circling and explaining its what took the channel here in my opinion. perhaps a combo of both to show it in movement but dont get rid of the full freeze and circle either
I appreciate the feedback man!
The point for point breakdown is great for an official sanctioned match, especially if it goes to a decision. These shorter videos work great with the slow mo!
thanks for feedback!!!
Love the new style videos. I watched you through all of my own fights localy in WA and have been able to implement multiple points of your style into my own. Ive seen lots of growth and have some sneaky stuff only I (and Jeff) now know.Thank you for the awesome content 👊
thanks for the feedback!!
@@MMAShredded 👊
the arm reach advantage definetly iz a major factor in this touchy slick sparring session
cheers!!
Great contact sparring, great sportsmanship. Two fighters competing to outclass each other by being classy.
Great footage, Yusuf looks super sharp in this session. I'll be honest, I found the constant snapping into slow motion to be distracting. I think I'd prefer to see the exchange at full speed first, with the slow motion highlight repeated after. In terms of videography, I think using multiple methods of highlighting important sequences (zoom, slow mo, VFX/overlays, rewinds, etc) makes for a more interesting viewing experience. I hope I don't sound critical, I enjoyed the footage and I love your channel. Just wanted to offer some constructive feedback.
I really appreciate your feedback, thank you!!!!
I think the slowmotion works great for letting us dissect the technique better
Bro you could also make another video from this footage talking about the mistakes you made and where you have improved since this video. keep up the great work.
noted!!
really enjoy this style of shooting.. it's much more immersive but I still enjoy your commentary so a good healthy mix would be killer. keep it up!
thx man!!
Yes, great use of slow motion on strikes, like this format!
I like the slo mo but I think varrying the style every now and then will keep it fresh
thanks for the feedback!!
he's definitely fast for a bigger guy. he's really good at controlling his strikes too. really amazing
yeah!!!
I really like this slow motion editing style.
And please post some uncut and unedited footage, our attention spans aren't that short :D
haha maybe yours isn't, but most of my audience is, atleast thats what my analytics say on RUclips. When people don't finish the video, it effects the RUclips algorithm negatively :/
@@MMAShredded I see 😔. That's too bad.
You did great! Yusuf is an incredible fighter. Be proud of your sparring session.
thanks man!
Awesome. Trying to land shots on a bigger guy is extremely hard. I find myself constantly having to work harder to find an opening without taking punishment on the way in but once on the inside I can get some shots off and it feels good 😂
thanks for watching!!
What a tricky fighter blurring the lines between feint teep to just changing his mind and being able to pull back a technique so naturally. Very high definition mind games he's playing
Jeff, bro, we all get outclassed by those who's bigger, faster, smarter, better footwork, better movements, better strikes and blocks, and that's what makes us stronger and better, to learn our own mistakes and practice to make it better. And l know you have learn here. Great video session bro, keep it up 💪🥊👍
thanks for watching man!!
I like the slow mo part’s however I also like the explanations and descriptions on how or why something happened.
cheers!
the slow-mo is a superb idea, more kudos for that :)
Another great video! Nice experiment with the slow motion I like it as well and I think you should continue with it. Now correct me if I am wrong but it looks like he is checking your kicks with kicks. I've seen this done in both traditional and combat sports but never used to this degree.
You should really check out breakdowns of fighting by IIRC called Samart, this isn’t even as far as it can be used, the push kick is a wonder to behold when used by Samart
@CanadianWolverine Thank you for sharing that! I am familiar with Samart! He is one of so many technical geniuses!
I appreciate the feedback man!
@@MMAShredded No problem! Hope it helps!
Just chiming in to say I would prefer more commentary. As someone who's still relatively new to Muay Thai it helps me catch some of the nuances I might otherwise miss.
Excellent use of the reach advantage. Slowing down the camera shows a lot. Thanks
New editing style looks sick!
I like this editing style as far as the slow downs for significant strikes.
noted!
Dang! 🔥🔥🔥 and I definitely love the slow motion cuz I use it a lot for my own videos! 🤣
I appreciate the feedback man!
great editing. Really enjoyed the slow-mo
Jeff... Him being taller, he has a much longer Reach and penetration depth, with his straight Kicks (and punches). Straight lines almost always beat a Circular path... especially when you have the distance disadvantage (and have to deal with superior downwards leverages on top of it all). In order for you to overcome these things... you need to learn Leg Fencing methods (I learned these from Wing Chun, though, they are a part of many other Combat arts). When the OP starts to kick.. you use your own leg to intercept, then immediately counter-kick. Similar to if your legs were Fencing Foils.
The same is true for him being about to Punch you... but you are not able to get close enough to strike him. If you have arm fencing technology.. you can intercept his attack mid-way.. then step in with enough a trap to his rear arm.. or an immediate strike.. depending on the circumstances at play. You also have short range kicks, that can be added into the mix, if you get good at short-power generation.
If you just try to play the same game of rushing in for a well timed hit... he will pretty much always end up tagging you... unless maybe he starts to get Fatigued, and loses some accuracy, speed, and timing. But a masterclass level striker... is going to be able to maintain precision, speed, and power... for a very long time. Likely a lot longer than you will be able to survive.. their best hits on you.
Also, a Warning: Its almost always a bad idea to try to defend a mid level kick with your arms. When you do this, your arms end up in a low position, unable to defend against their high level attacks. As such, its common to do a partial mid kick (feint), and then quickly step in with an upper gate attack. This is again, where proper leg fencing methods, will help prevent such defensive issues.
cheers!! thanks for the tips
@@MMAShredded Next time you spar, try using some Oblique Kicks. Targets: Just above the kneecap, Middle thigh, or the leading side of the Hip bone.
Toes pointing "outside", and connecting between the Heel and the Instep.
Be very careful about how much force you use... as this can REALLY mess someone up with very little power output.
This will help stop many kicks from even starting. It will also help halt them from stepping in towards you.
Also.. I actually used this to stop a TKD fighters spinning kick.. by Slant kicking the back of his extending leg.
After you stop them, you can often step in with a counter kick. Or.. you can do rapidfire chained kick combinations. Such as kicking above the knee, then immediately to the Hip... or changing to a front kick. Im my case, I personally loved using Toe-Stabbing kicks, right after an Oblique Kick. But to do that... you need a good deal of Sandbag conditioning, to strengthen the big toes for heavy impacts... otherwise you will probably break them.
(I once used a Toe Stabbing kick to a Kyokushin karate instructors inner thigh muscle. He was then temporarily unable to move.. making it easy to step in with a serious of handstrikes. He was so shocked at what just took place.. that he stopped sparring, and asked me what the heck I did, and what it was called! heh)
Anyway... the Oblique kick will help to stop kicks that just barely get started... but to be able to defend against a kick that is most of the way there.. you need different leg fencing techs.
That said.. at even a quarter power, with enough development... this kick can put someone out of commission, for over a month worth of recovery time... so be careful of this one.
Either way... by attacking forwards, rather than with round kicks, you will have a much faster response... and potentially set up a lot more opportunities. Especially since a lot of sport fighters are not used to having this kind of kick performed on them... and performed so often.
@@MMAShredded Your humility is refreshing, Jeff. Loved the vid.
@@johndough8115 oblique kicks in a sparring? lol
@@Rayon811 Why do you laugh?! Ive used them all the time in sparring matches, against fighters of all kinds. You have to tone them down to more of a Stop-Kick... but even then, they are extremely fast and effective. Far more effective, than the typical low round kicks, that most fighters use against each other.
Remember, straight lines are faster than circular paths.
Furthermore... its very Disruptive... when you are trying to step in... or kick... and suddenly, you are abruptly "Stopped".
Look at the Teep / Front kick here. It was extremely effective at preventing Jeff from stepping in range. This is the same energy application... but applied to the lower legs... and it makes it even more effective... because its
1) Harder to visibly see (due to how low + fast it is)
2) Much closer, and much faster to land
3) Not easy for the OP to be able to ABSORB, like you can with a teep
4) Much harder to avoid / defend.. unless you have equal leg-fencing skills.
The commenting is great and the slow mo is awesome too
Yuh, those slow downs are dope indeed. A little breakdown before or something is dope too, but doesn't have to be on each and every exchange.. just slowing them down to showcase it works. I mean it feels good to watch for me at least. : )
Yeah this was good footage, the slow mo allows me to see more of the steps and adjustments within exchanges
cheers!!! thanks for the feedback!!!
Great control by both partners. He does move well for a welter weight. Very light and balanced.
thanks for watching!!
A great teep is so underrated…feel like he really broke up ur flow early on…one of the most annoying feelings trying to close distance and keep getting stabbed…but seeing it from a bigger guy even more impressive!! Thnks for sharing as usual!!!
he did haha. thanks for watching!
I dont think ive ever seen jeff chan not look amazing at fighting. This video shows whoever this guy his striking is extremely elite
This guy has great fight IQ. He noticed your head movement and decided to go for leg kicks and body shots. He would throw off rhythm so in between your movements and aim for your heavy leg so you couldn't get oout of thr way. Perfect deconstruction of your style
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Love the slow mo! Please keep doing that!
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Damn this style of editing is really fun to watch. Great idea
thanks for watching!!
I love this editing and I love your content in general!
thanks man , means a lot :)
Crazy man. I like both styles of videos btw, I do enjoy explanations here and there that I might not see for myself.
I appreciate the feedback!!
Really like the edits, i think its a good touch.
thanks!!
Good match. He definitely has reach and good timing. Would almost have to cover, get inside and brawl to disrupt his timing. Thanks for posting Sir !
cheers :))