BJJ Fundamentals Lesson 1: Basic Self-Defense Series Intro

Concepts:

1. Action/Reaction Drill
2. Principle of Base
3. Explain Principles of Framing
4. Power of the hips (how to lift partner)

Techniques:

1. Rocking Guard to Technical Stand up Break-Fall
2. Defence against choke from Behind (Standing)
3. Hay Maker Defence w/Takedown (Knee bump)
4. Mount
5. Arm-lock Against Instinctive Defence from Mount

Considerations:

1. Remember this will your first introduction to Jiu-Jitsu.
2. The Self-Defence aspect must be the beginning of your learning, so try to relate the techniques to situations that you could find yourself in on the street. This will help the you put the techniques into context.
3. Apply the techniques carefully with a helpful partner, It is important for the partner not to resist too much as to hinder the learning process.
4. Note how the instinctive defence is counter productive to a persons survival in an altercation
5. Note how the jiu jitsu practitioner can take advantage of his opponents instinctive responses with efficient technique and leverage
6. A good lesson is a lesson that you can comprehend. The student does not need to master the technique. However, If you do not understand the concept you are trying to deliver then something needs to be addressed in your teaching method or look to get the advice of an experienced teacher or practitioner.
7. The student should always leave feeling positive.