Video Review: CSW 2005 Los Angeles Camp

 

Overview - This 3 DVD box set features three of the top MMA coaches in the world today, plus a UFC World Champion.  Erik Paulson, Greg Nelson, Rico Chipparelli, and Sean Sherk provide the MMA student with over 4 hours of cutting edge mixed martial arts techniques and drills!  Erik Paulson, a former two-time Shooto(MMA) World Champion and founder of the highly regarded fighting system, Combat Submission Wrestling.  Greg Nelson is the founder of, Minnesota Martial Arts Academy, and MMA coach of UFC Champions, Sean Sherk and Brock Lesner. Sean Sherk is a current top 5 Contender in the UFC lightweight division and a former UFC World Champion in 2006-07. Rico Chipparelli  was a world class wrestler following a 1987 National Wrestling Championship for the University of Iowa.  Chipparelli was also a former MMA coach to Frank Trigg and Randy Couture.

Review -There are 94 sections of MMA information in this DVD set.  Sections include techniques and drills for striking, takedowns, conditioning, grappling, clinching, and pad work.  Erik Paulson provides dynamic drills and tricks to improve your kickboxing and submission game.  Greg Nelson exposes pad work and clinching drills in which he utilizes to train his professional fighters.  Sean Sherk goes in depth for what he is well known for in the MMA world, transitioning from striking to a double leg takedown to ground & pound!  Rico Chipparelli breaks down the fundamentals of wrestling and how to use them in MMA. 

Rating - (5 out of 5)  This is an excellent video choice for any level MMA student or fighter.  These are four of the top MMA minds in the world.  This will help raise the level of any student’s game.  Get out a notebook and be prepared to fill multiple pages of information!!!

How to order - Visit www.erikpaulson.com for purchasing information.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Talking MMA on Qwk Rock Radio Morning Show

Titan Fitness is a proud sponser of the QWKRock radio station. Every Tuesday morning I visit the ‘Troy and Jerry In The Morning’ show to talk MMA with the guys between 8:05 - 8:15. You can check out the shows Podcast via their website, www.qwkrock.com.  Thank you to Troy, Jerry, and the rest of QwkRock for your support of Titan Fitness & MMA.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Titan Amateur Fighters Start Preperation

After a successful 2008 for Titan’s amateur fighters, both veteran and new, prepare for upcoming events in 2009.

Kristin Althouse will return to the Thai Boxing ring in April. Tyler Higgins gears up for another MMA cage fight this summer.

A new group of  athletes are eagerly preparing for their first fight. Allison Glenny will enter the ring for her first Thai Boxing fight in April. Jordan Katz and Cory Tillman hope to get their first Thai Boxing fights early this summer.

Also, Shawn Slater and Derrick Janssen will compete at NAGA submission grappling tournament in April.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

‘Hard Knocks Cage Fights’ - 2008

On May 3, 2008, Mike Putnam won his MMA debut with a split decision victory over previously unbeaten and home-town crowd favorite Josh Baker, in the 145lb weight division.  The two skilled fighters went back and forth for three rounds with no decisive advantage for either fighter standing or on the ground.  Mike controlled his tough opponent in the clinch though with his active tie-up striking.  Putnam landed numerous knees from the clinch which probably awarded him the decision on the judges cards. 

This event was promoted by ‘Hard Knocks Cage Fighting’ and was held in St. Clairsville, OH.  The  event arena was sold out as over 2,500 MMA fans enjoyed 15 cage fights.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Video Review: CSW 2008 Camp

Overview -This three volume DVD set features two of the top MMA Coaches in the world.  Erik Paulson and Greg Nelson expose tons of material from stand up to the ground.  Valuable training tips, techniques, and advice are presented throughout this series.  This DVD also has additional bonus instruction from former World Kickboxing Champion, Olivier Gruner, and former professional boxer, Marvin Cook.

 

Review -  This video is over four hours and 90 chapters of MMA techniques and drills.  Erik Paulson and Greg Nelson are two of the best MMA coaches in the world because they have competed at the highest level, coach World Champions, and they can communicate their knowledge to their students so effectively.  This video covers everything an MMA student would want in an MMA instructional video.  Paulson and Nelson demonstrate multiple techniques and tips in all areas including: kickboxing, boxing, clinching, submissions, ground and pound, strength training, wrestling, and much more.  Also, former World Kickboxing Champion, Olivier Gruner, offers very informative instruction in Thai Boxing and former Pro Boxer, Marvin Cook, breaks down effective footwork and boxing strategy. 

Rating - (5 out of 5)  CSW 2008 Camp DVD is one of the best Martial Arts instructional videos on the market in my opinion.  This is one of those videos that you will have to watch numerous times just to gather all the information.  Have a notebook ready!!

How to Order - Visit www.erikpaulson.com for purchasing information.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Muay Thai Counter Striking

• Video Courtesy of Muay Thai World Champion, Duke Roufus.

 

Overview - To have initial and consistent success in the ring or cage a fighter has to understand the importance of counter striking.  Every fighter usually gets hit multiple times during their fight.  Accept that it is part of the sport, and strike back. 

Counter Strike Strategy(options) -

• Strike first, strike last, and adjust to what happens in between.  
• Opponent punches - you kick, opponent kicks - you punch. 
• Utilize a first counter strike uppercut - hard for opponent to pick it up. 
• Counter with combinations, not just single strikes. 
•  Let their jab set up your power tools: cross, hook, uppercut, kick, knee.
• Simultaneous striking! 
• Use your foot jab(Teep) to counter opponent’s boxing or round kicks. 

 

Conclusion:  A fighter will be successful if they have great conditioning, dictate fight pace(strike first), and counter strike(strike last).  Sparring with experienced and ego-less training partners who hit you constantly is the best training to becoming a better counter striker.  SPAR, SPAR, SPAR!!

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Counter The Muay Thai Clinch

 

• Two-time World Shooto Champion, Erik Paulson, breaks down two options to counter the Muay Thai clinch(Plumm) position. 

Overview -The Muay Thai clinch is a very dominant offensive position for Muay Thai or MMA competition. One of the most effective ways in my own and my fighters experience’s to counter the dominance is by utilizing this wedge or over/under arm position.  

Advantages -

1. This is a high percentage counter to the Plumm position. 
2. At the very least you will neutralize your opponents dominance. 
3. Weakens your opponents arms ,and therefore, the clinch.
4. Gives you better opportunity to re-clinch your opponent.
5. Provides a stronger possibility, with the elbow pop, to shuck your opponents arm or arms off your head to clear the clinch.
6. Allows you to create space so you can trade effective and powerful knees against your opponent.

Position Break Down -

1. Your top forearm needs to be wedged into your opponents throat while grabbing on to his far trapezius. (Glove-less or MMA gloves)
2. If wearing a 10-16oz boxing glove you should push your glove across his face to grab the opposite trapezius. 
3. Lift your forearm/elbow up to pop your opponent’s chin up. This helps to create space to weave your free arm in to re-clinch your opponent
4. Hard to weave arm through if you have 10-16oz gloves on. 
5. Bottom arm is to block opponent’s straight knees  
6. Think to block opponent’s high thigh and not their low quad or knee in case he pulls you sharply forward into their own knee. 
7. Hips are thrust in, while making yourself tall by lifting up onto the ball of your feet. 
8. Angle your feet outward(like a Duck) so you will have better lateral balance.
9. In this rare case, you want your chin up instead of down, think short strong neck so opponent cannot pull you into their knees, spin you, throw you, or front choke you. 
10. Elbow pop, instead of arm weave, is higher percentage technique if wearing gloves.
11. Elbow pop opens up a diagonal or curve knee to opponent’s body
12. Easier to shuck opponent’s arm off when you pop one of their arms off your head

 Conclusion - The Muay Thai clinch is a very difficult position to counter.  Though, in my opinion, the most effective counter is the over/under or wedge technique.  At the very least it can neutralize your opponents control. Best case, there is a high percentage if trained enough and your timing is on, you can re-clinch your opponent or clear the clinch all together.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Contact

Please feel free to contact Bruce Lombard for your Free Consultation, Training Opportunities or with other questions as described below.

Address:

Titan Fitness and Martial Arts/Lionheart Fitness

ATTN: Bruce Lombard

127 Sowers Street

State College, Pa 16801

E-Mail: tfgma@yahoo.com

Phone: (814) 235-1015 (gym) or (814) 404-7307 (cell)

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Free Consultation

There are a variety of training options for each client. For this reason there is a free consultation. It is important for Mr. Lombard to asses the martial art system of interest, level of martial art experience, personal fitness goals, personal skill level goals, available training times, and to answer any questions or concerns one may have about their training or about Bruce. With this information it will allow Mr. Lombard to better design a program to meet your specific needs.

Free Consultation: Offer valid Indefinately for Private Lessons or Small Group Lessons.

Contact Information: Please contact me, Bruce Lombard, at 814-404-7307 or tfgma@yahoo.com to setup your free consultation.

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.

Scarf Hold (Kesa Getami)

Overview: A very dominant, top, crossbody position that is effective for controlling, submitting, or striking.

Advantages: This top position provides effective body control of your opponent, multiple submission opportunities, various arm traps for high percentage striking. It is a very difficult position for the bottom person to escape from.

Disadvantages: Very challenging for person on their back to create space and execute an effective escape. There are not many disadvantages to this dominant position.

Transitions: Such a dominant position that—if possible—I would typically recommend maintaining it. However, one can transition to side mount, which can lead to fluid transitions to other dominant top positions such as: north/south, knee on belly, or mount.

Submissions: Keylocks, neck cranks, armbars, and chokes are the most common submissions from this position. Combat Submission Wrestling creator, Erik Paulson, demonstrates a key lock chain in Video 1, and a neck crank in Video 2.

Striking: Various traps of your opponent arms via your own legs or arms are available for the taking.  This opens up devastating striking options to bottom persons head. Common strikes from here can include: elbow high downward punches, hammer fists, reverse hammer fists, snip elbows, and downward/vertical elbows.

Conclusion: Scarf Hold/ Kesa Getami is an extremely effective and dominant top position For controlling, submitting, and striking your opponent.  High percentage results for submission grappling or MMA competition.

Video 1

• Video Courtesy of Erik Paulson

Video 2

• Video Courtesy of Erik Paulson

The author of this blog, Bruce Lombard, is a Certified Coach of Combat Submission Wrestling(CSW) and is available for training and provides a free initial consultation. To contact Bruce to setup your free consultation, please dial 814-404-7307 or write tfgma@yahoo.com for more information.