So You Train Jiu-Jitsu... But Can You Defend Against A SLAP?
Mar 15, 2021The self confidence you gain while training Jiu-Jitsu is simply amazing! The knowledge that you're becoming fitter, healthier, and better able to defend yourself if the situation ever arises is priceless. So, it's no wonder that you're keen to keep training as much as possible. That's awesome – more power to you! Keep going, and keep threading the good path.
However, how many of those classes that you attend are dedicated to actual self-defense? For example, what if someone crossed your path and wanted to slap you? Knowing how to defend yourself from such an attack is vital to every Jiujiteiro's knowledge, even if such a skill isn't a part of their academy's Jiu-Jitsu curriculum.
Therefore, you shouldn't worry! Jean Vandesteen – Head Instructor at Relson Gracie Academy in Leblon, Rio de Janeiro – has a simple and effective slap defense technique in store for you... Which will also teach you how to get into an advantageous position afterwards!
Check it out below: