Hey Stephen, I'm one of those big dudes (234 @6ft) who uses "my weight rather than technique. These videos really hep to show me what I am doing wrong and to help fend off some of the other big guys that do the same. Thanks brother!
The best things here are the transitions. So often I see techniques in isolation and I struggle to connect them in sequence. I really appreciate the progression to Plan B, C, D, ...
There is so much mutual respect shown in your videos Stephan, it's really quite refreshing and makes learning your techniques so much more humbling. Really good stuff.
I especially liked the humility you showed when you explained these moves and techniques. That's one of the most obvious signs of a martial artist who is truly of a high degree of skill and experience (versus one that just goes around with a black belt, a big ego, and acts tough all the time). You don't pretend to know it all, or insist that your way is the best way or the only way. And you show that you know how real fights happen, not just intense sparing matches in a dojo or gym.
This is the site to watch because not only is the instruction excellent but the teachers have a SENSE OF HUMOUR , which [ as a martial artist who DOES remember where he got his black belt,] is a pleasant change.
Just a note that in the last demo of the move in action, you did not use the same choke style grip and used the "loser" style. Thanks very much for sharing and creating well paced info packed videos.
Very nice video, seriously A++ quality stuff here. I've been hitting the kimura a lot, though sometimes i'll have trouble finishing it. now, i'm going to try moving my hips-shoulders out to get more leverage as demonstrated here, and if still no luck it's great to have that transition to back as showen. can't wait to try it out tonight.
I've been doing BJJ for almost a year now and training around 5 and sometimes 7 days a week. Stephen Kesting and his videos have been invaluable for the development of my game. Some of the tips I've gotten from his videos have put my game months ahead of where it would have been otherwise. I'd highly recommend people sign up for his free emails. They've been super helpful.
Great video! love the set ups. I love how much you go into the details for everything, and great demonstrations of the set ups in action at the end as well :)
Great stuff thanks! On that secondary arm triangle though I find that is low percentage but a good control point to move to something else like back take and/or crucifix which is a great little guy option vs big guys. Kimura control is tricky vs much stronger guys on that scramble unless you get that crucifix set up going. Most big guys are not flexible at all in the shoulder area and may not realize they are in danger until it is too late.
Great video! I'm usually the smallest guy in the gym, so it's frustrating when I go for a kimura and the guy always straightens out his arm because he's that much stronger than me.
Good one!In class there's a blue belt girl that gets me all the time with that damn lift and seperate.She locks her legs on so tight i cant move.I love rolling with her though cause she is quicker and more technical
The healing part is just like bboying. Depending on the severity you may only need some form of physical therapy or surgery. Bboying moves rely on athleticism and explosiveness so it can be harder to dance while injured. I may not roll(spar) when I'm injured but there's always something I can drill. I say there's always something you can work on. No excuses.
Oh shit is that funny! (Lift...and SEPARATE!) You know that must have actually happened to that guy, that someone said those very words, because it has stuck with him, verbatim, for all these years. Too funny. Also just happens to be a fantastic BJJ video! Excellent instruction, Kesting always, but I liked The Other Guy (sorry, first time I've seen him) very much as well. Awesome! (P.S. The Other Guy = Brandon Mullins)
the thing with bjj as opposed to other martial arts is that in BJJ you either crash your ego and become eventually a great fighter or you'll never achieve anything. it's why most bjj people are fucking awesome.
So the point of this video was to teach us to Lift and separate to snap someone's neck right?!!.......This dude is just plain hilarious! Never laughed out loud at a Jiu Jitsu video, but I couldn't stop laughing on this one. So hilarious. Brandon may have a slight case of ADHD, but that's ok, I think all of us guys do....
Hi bjj nerds :) ! Dont know where to ask ^^ so I got a question hope you guys can answer ! I'm looking for an arm break technique on a grounded/downed opponent (unlike standing arm bar where both are standing). This technique could possibly come from kung fu... Thanks !
I'm not sure what you mean, but if you need an arm break technique look up armbar, kimura, americana, or straight arm lock, I'm sure there's others but those tend to be the ones I'm comfortable with.
hmm thanks for the answer :) but I meant, knowing that you are standing and your opponent is grounded (after a judo throw for instance and you're still holding one of his arms), then how do you break it?
+Awyeah8 just a standard armbar is how I'd do it, but it may be easier in that instance to do a wrist lock (I don't know them by name, but just push the hand down, Palm facing inner forearm, then twist like you are trying to screw in a lightbulb). arms are surprisingly hard to break and in most cases need a specialized technique that involves wrapping around the arm.
+Awyeah8 also, you have almost no control over a grounded opponent while you are standing. unless you knock him out on impact, he's going to be kicking, flailing, hip heisting, and trying to stand up.
Yes I'm aware of the lack of control thats why Im not seeking a submission. A break on the other hand is much easier to achieve without control as it's so sudden. Your first message is somewhat what I was seeking. I think modern self defense systems are much more extensive on how to break an hanging arm in this kind of situation. Not much is repertoriated on the internet though
I always hear these stories about these "machos guys who think they're so cool and don't know how to fight" but I've never even seen or met a single one in my life. I'm starting to think they are a thing of mythology
people that act like they know everything about something normally don't know anything about what they are talking about. Those guys you mentioned are a dime a dozen i see it all the time some guys walk into the dojo where i train and act like they are the greatist fighter in the world and then when you start to grapple with them they end up getting tapped out quickly.
I bet Stephen or this guy would laugh a guy who pretended to be a black belt out of their gyms instead of getting all angry like those stolen valor videos. Pretty funny.
+DeagleBeagle you can't even compare the two. Soldiers cannot "tap out". This is the reason for the disgust and anger. My brother is a Airborne Ranger, then a Green Beret. I am a blackbelt with 25 years 4 state titles, two national championships. I pee myself when he tells me his stories, he simply smiles and nods when I share my stories.
Thank you Jed for the understanding and compassion you show for Veterans. Not everyone can see the differences. Congrats on all of your titles and , although he was in the Army :), Semper Fi to your brother.
justin flinchum Wow, thank you sir. I had the honor of attending a Marine wedding, what a moving ceremony that was. Never once among all that emotion did I see an eye blink or a sword waiver as they formed the arch. Congrats to you on being a tremendous American and thanks for keeping us safe!
There is (as far as I can recall) no mention at all, of the pretend-black-belt being a soldier. Also, soldiers train for real life combat, involving teamwork, multiple opponents, and most importantly, weapons. They usually don't pretend to know more than MMA/BJJ champions on how to fight 1v1 unarmed.
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Hey Stephen, I'm one of those big dudes (234 @6ft) who uses "my weight rather than technique. These videos really hep to show me what I am doing wrong and to help fend off some of the other big guys that do the same. Thanks brother!
The best things here are the transitions. So often I see techniques in isolation and I struggle to connect them in sequence. I really appreciate the progression to Plan B, C, D, ...
There is so much mutual respect shown in your videos Stephan, it's really quite refreshing and makes learning your techniques so much more humbling. Really good stuff.
I especially liked the humility you showed when you explained these moves and techniques. That's one of the most obvious signs of a martial artist who is truly of a high degree of skill and experience (versus one that just goes around with a black belt, a big ego, and acts tough all the time). You don't pretend to know it all, or insist that your way is the best way or the only way. And you show that you know how real fights happen, not just intense sparing matches in a dojo or gym.
This is the site to watch because not only is the instruction excellent but the teachers have a SENSE OF HUMOUR , which [ as a martial artist who DOES remember where he got his black belt,] is a pleasant change.
I am here eleven years later, to say nice video, nice demonstration at the end as well
Hey, thanks!
LIFT AND SEPARATE.
Stephen you're a really really good teacher. Please keep your videos up. 100% respect. Well done
6:33 "Oh, that hurts." So calm.
😂😂😂😂
Wow these videos are very informative. I hope you guys continue these lessons!
Just a note that in the last demo of the move in action, you did not use the same choke style grip and used the "loser" style. Thanks very much for sharing and creating well paced info packed videos.
EXCELLENT instruction! What a team. I appreciate both of you showing us these great techniques! Keep it UP!!!
Damn great video! Lift and separate! I love these kimuras!
Sherillyn Villanueva yup the women always do!My wifes fav well next to triangles.
a girl who kimuras? sexy!
in addition to being meaningless to me you are also stupid so be quiet
Love Stephan... "oh, that hurts."
This is really great stuff. Can't wait for the DVD.
Very nice video, seriously A++ quality stuff here.
I've been hitting the kimura a lot, though sometimes i'll have trouble finishing it.
now, i'm going to try moving my hips-shoulders out to get more leverage as demonstrated here, and if still no luck it's great to have that transition to back as showen. can't wait to try it out tonight.
Good stuff Stephan glad to see you back!
Two great instructors. Thanks very much for posting.
Nice demonstration. Thanks for sharing your talent.
I really like how brandon explains things
It only took one video to sub to you guys and that was 10 videos ago. Great demonstrations and I WILL buy the DVD when I get the money to.
I've been doing BJJ for almost a year now and training around 5 and sometimes 7 days a week. Stephen Kesting and his videos have been invaluable for the development of my game. Some of the tips I've gotten from his videos have put my game months ahead of where it would have been otherwise. I'd highly recommend people sign up for his free emails. They've been super helpful.
Tried this today. Works brilliantly
bro , thanks for the tips!! each day better videos from you
Thank you for very detailed (and entertaining) video again!
Both of them are so great.
Great video! love the set ups. I love how much you go into the details for everything, and great demonstrations of the set ups in action at the end as well :)
Master class. Made it look so easy. Thank you for sharing. Excellent
Get this quite a lot, because of you guys, Thank you.
Great stuff thanks! On that secondary arm triangle though I find that is low percentage but a good control point to move to something else like back take and/or crucifix which is a great little guy option vs big guys. Kimura control is tricky vs much stronger guys on that scramble unless you get that crucifix set up going. Most big guys are not flexible at all in the shoulder area and may not realize they are in danger until it is too late.
Great video! I'm usually the smallest guy in the gym, so it's frustrating when I go for a kimura and the guy always straightens out his arm because he's that much stronger than me.
Excellent drill
really good video, who is the guy teaching?
Very solid combination
wow never thought of this i got this position so many times but never ever or even once i thought about this
"Lifts and separates" was an ad slogan for Playtex Cross Your Heart bras in the '70s.
Wasn't going to buy DVD. Saw this video & "advanced omoplata" video. Time to buy DVD.
Good one!In class there's a blue belt girl that gets me all the time with that damn lift and seperate.She locks her legs on so tight i cant move.I love rolling with her though cause she is quicker and more technical
love the "LIFT AND SEPARATE" detail :P
LIFT... AND SEPARATE!!! :)
whats the purpose of the swivel before the sweep?
Thanks
Very Well Explained I've Subbed
Gracias por tan buenos videos
Thanks for tip, I will try it today ;)
Interesting video.
You just earn a subscriber my friend
maaaan, i luv' this guy
LIFT and SEPARATE
i'm small and i really understand what he say
damn good teacher, you got a big guy subscriber, gotta learn your strategy.
Hehe brilliant fun, lift and separate!
very good video. very good explanation. made me laugh too. good job.
love this video thank you !
but what if someone has just the right base pressing you onto the mat with one streched arm and having the other arm at your hip with the ellbow in?
Good Video
You're kind of a big dude Kesting. How tall are you?
What do you mean by colorful? 🤷🏿♂️
The healing part is just like bboying. Depending on the severity you may only need some form of physical therapy or surgery. Bboying moves rely on athleticism and explosiveness so it can be harder to dance while injured. I may not roll(spar) when I'm injured but there's always something I can drill. I say there's always something you can work on. No excuses.
LIFT AND SEPARATE!!!! :-)
what happen if i speed up this video?
Muito, muito, muito bom...parabens
thank you
Oh shit is that funny! (Lift...and SEPARATE!) You know that must have actually happened to that guy, that someone said those very words, because it has stuck with him, verbatim, for all these years. Too funny. Also just happens to be a fantastic BJJ video! Excellent instruction, Kesting always, but I liked The Other Guy (sorry, first time I've seen him) very much as well. Awesome! (P.S. The Other Guy = Brandon Mullins)
Jesus grade craftsmanship
thanks
Nice!
the thing with bjj as opposed to other martial arts is that in BJJ you either crash your ego and become eventually a great fighter or you'll never achieve anything. it's why most bjj people are fucking awesome.
so good
I like to gouge out the eyes first. Then I'll likely separate the sphincter.
At no point.
Lol! Owned!
weirdo
this guys cool
Snappin necks ans taking names
you are de boss
So the point of this video was to teach us to Lift and separate to snap someone's neck right?!!.......This dude is just plain hilarious! Never laughed out loud at a Jiu Jitsu video, but I couldn't stop laughing on this one. So hilarious. Brandon may have a slight case of ADHD, but that's ok, I think all of us guys do....
Do get alot of force to put ur opponets arm on the ground
Hi bjj nerds :) ! Dont know where to ask ^^ so I got a question hope you guys can answer ! I'm looking for an arm break technique on a grounded/downed opponent (unlike standing arm bar where both are standing).
This technique could possibly come from kung fu...
Thanks !
I'm not sure what you mean, but if you need an arm break technique look up armbar, kimura, americana, or straight arm lock, I'm sure there's others but those tend to be the ones I'm comfortable with.
hmm thanks for the answer :) but I meant, knowing that you are standing and your opponent is grounded (after a judo throw for instance and you're still holding one of his arms), then how do you break it?
+Awyeah8 just a standard armbar is how I'd do it, but it may be easier in that instance to do a wrist lock (I don't know them by name, but just push the hand down, Palm facing inner forearm, then twist like you are trying to screw in a lightbulb). arms are surprisingly hard to break and in most cases need a specialized technique that involves wrapping around the arm.
+Awyeah8 also, you have almost no control over a grounded opponent while you are standing. unless you knock him out on impact, he's going to be kicking, flailing, hip heisting, and trying to stand up.
Yes I'm aware of the lack of control thats why Im not seeking a submission. A break on the other hand is much easier to achieve without control as it's so sudden.
Your first message is somewhat what I was seeking. I think modern self defense systems are much more extensive on how to break an hanging arm in this kind of situation. Not much is repertoriated on the internet though
good ezekiel opportunity at 7:35
8:56 Stephan plays white belt :-D
Kesting looks huge.
"IM GONNA LIFT AND SEPERATE!"
I laughed so hard at that story
Lift, and SEPERATE!!! :D
good^^
haha pull!! :P you're helpfull and funny :D
Kesting is like 200 pounds, Wolverine I believe is about 120.
I like this shit.
I always hear these stories about these "machos guys who think they're so cool and don't know how to fight" but I've never even seen or met a single one in my life. I'm starting to think they are a thing of mythology
btw Im a big dude and when I do this to people its incredibly easy
LIFT AND SEPARATE!
It's easy to flippantly talk about breaking someone's neck when you have absolutely no idea how to do it.
I just found porn on youtube :o
If he taps, he taps....
i did this by accident today in a fight lol
7:10 Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
Done. I lifted and separated, this guy no more in Jiu jitsu industry. Thank you. ))))
Joke
You and your partner
people that act like they know everything about something normally don't know anything about what they are talking about. Those guys you mentioned are a dime a dozen i see it all the time some guys walk into the dojo where i train and act like they are the greatist fighter in the world and then when you start to grapple with them they end up getting tapped out quickly.
I bet Stephen or this guy would laugh a guy who pretended to be a black belt out of their gyms instead of getting all angry like those stolen valor videos. Pretty funny.
+DeagleBeagle you can't even compare the two. Soldiers cannot "tap out". This is the reason for the disgust and anger. My brother is a Airborne Ranger, then a Green Beret. I am a blackbelt with 25 years 4 state titles, two national championships. I pee myself when he tells me his stories, he simply smiles and nods when I share my stories.
Thank you Jed for the understanding and compassion you show for Veterans. Not everyone can see the differences. Congrats on all of your titles and , although he was in the Army :), Semper Fi to your brother.
justin flinchum Wow, thank you sir. I had the honor of attending a Marine wedding, what a moving ceremony that was. Never once among all that emotion did I see an eye blink or a sword waiver as they formed the arch. Congrats to you on being a tremendous American and thanks for keeping us safe!
Why would they do that? They are nice people; they wouldn't laugh them out; they'd encourage them to train with them.
There is (as far as I can recall) no mention at all, of the pretend-black-belt being a soldier. Also, soldiers train for real life combat, involving teamwork, multiple opponents, and most importantly, weapons. They usually don't pretend to know more than MMA/BJJ champions on how to fight 1v1 unarmed.
lol i call it a kimura sweep :P
yes and ...no gi...?
LIFT AND SEPARATE!!! ARGH!!!!!
Wth? Lmao
Too much talk is putting me off. We want to see more action.