Self-defense application was originally the primary focus of BJJ but nowadays many schools neglect the self-defense aspect of jiu-jitsu. Unfortunately, once martial arts become too sport-focused they can become watered down and this is seen in other martial arts too like taekwondo and judo.
While competitions can be a great way to practice your skills, there are no points on the street so it’s always important to keep the self-defense in mind when training.
In this video from BJJ black belt and MMA fighter Kurt Osiander, he stresses the importance of the self-defense aspect of BJJ and shows what to do if you’re ever attacked from behind.
According to Kurt, he saw this type of maneuver during his many years working as a bouncer in San Francisco. One guy would grab you from behind, locking your arms in place while another guy would come and attack from the front.
Kurt’s defense to this involves lowering your stance then getting one of your legs behind and in between your attacker’s legs. From there you can look to pick him up then slam him down before finishing him off with strikes.
Kurt also goes over a few variations of the move depending on what your opponent does including what to do if your opponent tries to pick you up. Watch the video below to find out.
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ABOUT KURT OSIANDER:
After a distinguished career in Jiu-Jitsu competition where he captured coveted gold at both the Pan-American and Gracie United Tournaments, Kurt eagerly devotes his time cross-training for his next MMA challenger in the Gladiator fight promotion where he made his professional debut on March 31, 2007, with a TKO victory. Kurt entered the cage that night to an enthralled audience filled with his family and students at a sold out Kezar Arena in San Francisco, California with a demeanor exhibiting fortitude and imminent victory. Currently holding an undefeated record of 3-0 as a middleweight contender, Kurt awaits a more superior stage which he can display his true talent.[Source: KurtOsiander.com]
