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BJJ Mental Models
Ep. 315: Defensive Angles, feat. Priit Mihkelson
Dec 16, 2024
Priit Mihkelson, a renowned Defensive BJJ coach known for his research-based approach, dives into the essentials of defending with the right angles. He emphasizes the crucial 45° positioning and introduces the concept of 'making a capital T' to thwart opponent's advances. Priit discusses applying theoretical knowledge practically in grappling and critiques traditional training practices that overlook defensive strategies. Drawing on his expertise, he reveals how understanding control dynamics can empower the bottom player against dominant foes.
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- Maintaining specific defensive angles, especially a staggered stance, prevents opponents from achieving a dominant connection during grappling.
- The 'Hawking' defense technique helps create space and maintain a defensive structure when facing pressure from a pinned position.
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Evolution of Defensive Angles
The discussion highlights the importance of maintaining specific defensive angles when grappling, particularly when defending against side control. One effective strategy involves adopting a staggered stance that keeps one shoulder raised and angled away from an opponent to prevent them from achieving a dominant chest-to-chest connection. The speaker emphasizes the nuances of positioning relative to the ground and opponent, which requires adaptability based on the flow of the fight rather than a fixed angle. This approach, enhanced by a constraint-led method, allows practitioners to develop better defenses by reacting dynamically to an opponent's movements.
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