[TKDKevin]

Originally Posted by complete

I watched the episode with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and have couple of thoughts.

One, very impressed with the type of training they do, pulling the car with their head to strengthen the neck muscle, hour long takedown against several opponents back to back, etc. Also very impressed with the techniques involved to subdue a bigger opponent. Even a girl was able to submit a much bigger and strong guy.

However, I also had "concerns" for its potential weaknesses if not addressed properly. Same way I think striker martial arts could have potential weaknesses if they don't address it. In this case, more of opposite. I noticed that during the Jiu Jitsu match, they were standing almost right next to each other, within a striking distance, but were only concerned about trying to take the opponent down. If this was a real fight, one could easily knock the head of an opponent who's only looking down for a takedown. Again, same could be said of striking art where they are all about kicks and punches and vulnerable to a takedown.

One other minor concern would be that much of the techniques were taught with the Gi on and utilizing the Gi. What would happen if they were to fight someone without Gi? They didn't show any training without one.

All in all, I really enjoy watching Fight Quest as I can see both the positive and potential negative of different styles.

I gotta agree with you! But the one Gracie (I don't know one from the other) said BJJ is NOT a striking style, there is NO punches or kicks. I have read in Many forums, that they teach as much in strikes as they do submissions, but Mr. Gracie denounced that thought.

I do like the episodes, but I am sure it is geared toward the non-martial artist.
That's my opinion anyway.

-Kevin