The First Five Submissions You Need To Know | Jiu-Jitsu Basics
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It is hard to narrow down, but these are, in my opinion, the first five submissions you should learn in Jiu-Jitsu. I based this on the criteria of versatility, efficiency, mechanics and principles. There are so many important considerations to make in regard to position and setup, but it is imperative you understand how these particular techniques work.
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This might be the most succinct and helpful video I've seen yet for getting started and practicing submission fundamentals. As a white belt, BJJ can be overwhelming with the amount of information to digest. Its also what makes it so beautiful. But as a beginner, it's important to have someone simplify where to start and what to pay attention to. Thanks for your breakdown and walkthrough of these essential moves!
Wow! I really appreciate that comment! Thank you.
agreed. I am a white belt with a year experience and this is a very quality video. Thank you.
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Hey Keenan would you wear a nylon windbreaker jacket as we fight sometime soon
I’ve perfected the move of getting choked out
Just sceam "jeah choke me daddy" they will back up imediatly
Tim Faber ye that usally works
Tim Faber LMFAO💀😂
Lol
@@TheJimys7 topcommentgod
Thank you so much, I’ve been struggling to find something fun to practice during quarantine, and I think it’s safe to say that my grandma didn’t stand a chance!! Thanks!!!
Hol up..
good luck. have fun
Gramma have you ever heard of the guillotine?
@@killerwakyduck4183 u do know this is a joke
BA HAHAHAHA!!!
Jared: is dying Also jared: 🙂
Poor jared
hahah 9:29 is the moment
Macklemore out here choking fools
That's not Macklemore you fucking dumbass. It's just a look-a-like.
Chris Barrett pop some gat
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Hey Chris You invent the 50 cal sniper rifle ? Ignore the other stuff I said towards you but wasn’t saying towards you
Virus278 you are so fucking dumb...
0:53 americana lock 2:59 Straight arm lock 4:45 Kimura Lock 6:30 guiltonin choke 8:30 rear naked choke
Thank you for this!
That's one way to spell guillotine.
Awesome! Oss!!
May you have good fortune in the future my friend!
What’s the difference between samericano lock and kimura lock
muay thai + jiu jitsu = deadly street fighter
plus fifteen dirty fighting moves Bruce Lee’s jkd and tia kwon do
TBH, as a guy that trains martial arts myself, I'd say that wrestling & boxing would be a better combo. Wrestlers have the mentality of never being on their back (unlike jiu-jitsu players), which really helps when on a concrete floor or road. As for the striking art, either muay thai or boxing would be great, personally I just prefer boxing
@@lukeholtzhauzen4828 muay thai would be better since it has powerful kicks in it
@@lukeholtzhauzen4828 eh i don't really know I've never seen anyone in a street fight who knows how to defend a Thai clinch and yea I'd agree with wrestling
Liam Does maybe kickboxing
I’ve seen jiu jitsu in passing but I never realized how RUTHLESS it really is until I started to look into it after a friend mentioned it to me. I genuinely think it’s super dope.
If you find yourself in any of these submissions, you’ll see how ruthless it really is
It's literally a sport about breaking people's joints and choking them. Dope as hell.
Bjj its Just the art of bend clothes while using
I now feel ready to not remember anything of this in today's open mat lol. Great channel! Thank you for your excelent work.
Buy a cheap dummy to practise a little bit on its good for submissions like ankle locks and chokes but arm bars are difficult since it’s lifeless lol
@@louiswaze4603 which kind of dummies do you recommend?
@@louiswaze4603 what type of doll?
@@zerotwosixty7416 that’s the one I bought, just be careful with the wrist, shoulder and ankle joints, there a little fragile so I recommend very light pressure. I tore the shoulder elbow just by applying about 70% pressure
@@louiswaze4603 wait, what did you buy?
Jiu jitsu is an art. You never stop learning and enjoying 🙏
I just took my second class of jiu jitsu ever yesterday. I’m lost. I was rolling with people and didn’t know what to do. I would just hold them down. Kind of embarrassing. Thank you for this. I will study and practice your videos in class. Jiu jitsu is such a beautiful art and I plan on staying with it and learning as much as I can. Thanks again
If you're put into a class where you don't understand anything just tell your teacher
How’s it going?
I just started and feel the exact same way. As I’ve studied more I’m beginning to feel more confident. Hope you feel the same way
I had my first class ever last week, and I relate soooo much to this comment
lol same
5:30 I'm gonna take this pinky finger right here, and put it on that ear.... It probably won't make it 😂😂😂 that's was super funny.
😊
I saw this tecnique on kung Fu 🐼
It depends, I would also add in Wrestling. So Wrestling + Jiu-Jitsu + Muay Thai = Deadly fighter. Wrestling to defend against takedowns and to initiate and complete takedowns. Jiu-Jitsu for all the ground game, defending against certain positions and chokes and locks while also trying to gain position and put your opponent in one. Muay Thai for deadly fists, elbows, knees and feet and for understanding how to defend and fight in the clinch. And obviously clinch takedowns add in to wrestling as well.
shan_rocks Judo is much more helpful on takedowns than wrestling... a pro wrestler and pro judo fighter with same build will result in the wrestler getting tossed like a rag doll. Wrestling is good for control, but if you’re talking about throwing and countering throws, judo will win,
I Mean... If he really wanted it I bet that pinky would make it 🙄
Nice to see that they are all applicable in no-gi.
Pedro Batista of course they are, look at wrestling
I started training bjj, not to compete just for health and exercise, what a great appreciation I have for this art. It’s incredible how much there is to learn, master and absorb. I’ve played all major sports 🏈 ⚾️ 🏒 ⚽️ and none of these come close to the training, discipline and confidence builder that BJJ gives you
I feel so much the same 👍
the only major sport u named is football (real football/soccer)
5:35 I really though the noise was his arm breaking, but it's actually a tap on the floor, holy christ...
I took down a man twice my size with a guitine. He slapped me and you're right that it's very instinctive, cause I immediately went for his head and pulled him down. I didnt knew I could do it.
@Andre McGoo that was the first time I did something like that. I never fought anyone all my life. That day was a bit different. I had some issues I was not ready to deal with and it was my mistake to get into an argument, his was the first slap. I dont have any idea about what happend. Cause after the slap the next thing I know is that I have his head under my arms and we were on the ground. I am glad that noone was hurt. Furthermore there was NO police. Otherwise, it would've really spoiled my record. 😅😂😂
@@rishabhverma4679 he hit you first, you were acting in self defence
@@arthurmorgan4041 still took him down. Dont you want to be able to do exactly that when in trouble?
It's the first move I taught my girlfriend for self defense. Exactly because of that
Twice your size… No need to exaggerate. Bigger than you, sure, fine. But not “twice your size”. Twice your size would make it practically impossible to pull someone down and then guillotine them even if you were skilled and they were unskilled. Just saying…
"Your going to bring this pinkie to his ear (it wont make it)" Mario yamasaki: "why's that?"
im fucking weak lmaoo
nice one
Thanks for these “beginner” vids. I work in LE and have a wrestling background, along with a little MMA. Because of my schedule, I cant get to classes at my local BJJ schools anymore. While its not ideal, I use videos like this to try and stay brushed up as much as I can, given my circumstances.
I think there are lots of people out there in the exact same boat and it’s an honor to be a resource for you and for them. I’ll do my best to keep the quality up. Thank you so much.
8:12 Jared’s awkward smile, “oh crap, I’m gonna pass out”
You're doing God's work out here, Eli! Brilliant video. Everyone should watch this. 🤙
You rock. I’m glad to see your channel up and can’t wait to watch it blow up!!!
Excellent lesson delivery
@@KnightJiuJitsu Thanks for the lesson. Hope it will help me when i get in trouble😁✌🏻
@@vile_origins43 Isnt that the case in all Martial Arts. Of course you need a lot of experience to be good in it. Just to know the moves isnt enough. You need years of practice to execute the moves perfectly.
Because Jitsu YEAH!
In my utmost humble opinion. “ Advanced are basics done correct” This is why truly appreciate your take on how you teach BJJ, as you make the curriculum extremely relatable, even to those who are just starting to venture into the world of grappling as a whole, and also delve into the self protection context of how to appropriately apply the art. Your videos have aided me tremendously as you point out not only the techniques “ as is” but you always give away those extremely important snippets of vital information to increase the efficacy of said techniques even further. Ie “ put his pinky to his other ear” true gold right there 🤣😄👍🏻 Many teachers” show and tell” but a sign of a true teacher is that he “ shares and expounds upon” not only knowing the why, but the how and the reason for the why. And that is the mark of experience and comprehension, not only knowing and doing. Appreciations for sharing your comprehended knowledge with all of us. Always looking forward to learn more from you sir. 😃 Sincere regards. Fellow martial brother. Tom Framnes. Norway
Thank you so much for taking the time to send this comment/message. I truly appreciate the sentiment and the insight. I try my best to come across many of the ways you’ve described and I take my teaching very seriously. Thank you again.
Great comment mate well said and thought out , also great reply I can tell you take your teaching seriously and that’s a great thing to bring it to KZhead where millions of people can view it . Also you really should have so many more subscribers as your channel is great 👍🏻 well done anyway mate best of luck on your channel in the future
I heard the same comment from Matt THornton over at Straight Blast Gym.
Eyyy Norge represent
"advanced is basics done correct " this goes for every discipline brother , much love from Morocco !
I love the facial expressions of the guy getting submitted. He goes into "oh sh*t it's coming" mode way before it happens. Hilarious! Thanks bro, awesome video. Definitely Like this video.
A good uke knows when he's about to get shit on.... Sloooowly and talked out hahahahaha
I think he was flexing his neck, but yeah, he looked to be in agony.
@@dannycc1313 Annie are you uke, are you uke Annie...?
@@billphillips7830 gtfo lmaooo
I started jiu jitsu with my mum a month ago. We just learnt Americana and as soon as I knew what she was doing I started screaming “no no no” 😂😂 both of us lack the art of subtlety
Just starting my journey at 43. Thank you for the wonderful content
Same at 42! LETS GOOOO!!
Cool! Me now at 36 :) Enjoy 🎉
Thanks man! I'm a Karate practitioner, but I wanna learn how to grapple too. This vid helps alot. For those who say "Why aren't you taking BJJ lessons." I'm 16, and I don't have alot of money. The BJJ schools near me charge almost 10x of what I pay for Karate. My Karate Dojo charges me $20 per month.
First off, I appreciate you watching my videos and I’m happy they help. Secondly, don’t listen to anyone giving you crap. The fact that you’re training and trying to improve yourself speaks volumes. Keep at it, and best of luck in your training 🙏
@@KnightJiuJitsu Thanks alot man!
You are a true teacher. Great explanations and not overly complicated and you don’t hide the details. Thanks again.
I like how this guy gives anatomical points
It's sooooo sweet how much care you are taking of your assistant!!!! 😍
Awesome video guys. I'm brand new into jiu jitsu and I'm falling in love with it. Thanks alot
My shoulder hurts just watching😂😂
This video was awesome! I love how you connected them and showed how you can pivot to a different submission following an attempt (like transitioning to a guillotine after shooting for a kimura). Great stuff.
wow!.. having a tremendous appetite and respect for the Arts I had to watch this video again... Excellent teaching!!!
Great video, thank you! All your videos have perfect pace, repetition and details. Thanks again
Finally i video that actually would work in the real world and easy to learn from .. well done guys
man! i’ve done about 5 BJJ classes now and am absolutely loving it. I looked up this video cause I would like to be able to learn for more than just 45 mins to an hour per day. And after watching this video I am super excited to be able to implement these 5 submissions. It’s so cool how you can try one submission, get defended and then use that to open up another submission. Thanks for the video
Thanks eli watched your beginners videos over and over really big help I got a double stripe promotion on my white belt really big thanks keep up the good work
Sparred for my first time yesterday against a brown belt and let's just say I'm gonna need this video. Got tossed plenty and am sore as hell but I'm gonna try to make more offensive moves with this video thank you
I hope this helps. But from the sounds of it, an escapes video might be more beneficial with that brown belt.
You are, by far, the best instructor I’ve seen on KZhead. Easy to understand teaching for a simpleton like me. Keep it up.
Thank you! I'm on my 2nd week and I have a bad memory so trying to remember anything when in class is hard. This is so helpful for me to remember thank you
Cleanest explanation of these submissions i've ever come across.
Every time I watch this video I spot a new detail that I can work with. Great video! Great breakdown!
Best practical video I’ve ever seen for average people. Going to start practicing with my son so we can both learn.
Mackelmore vs Channing tatum mono e mono.
Mano a mano
You calling these guys monkeys?
My thought exactly
Thanks for these 5 sub explanations. Your body movements are so correct and precise. You have nearly every part of your body in right position. Also when you do not mention everything i can learn so much in seeing you moving and placing your body. But of course also your teaching is very clear and to the point. You are a very motivating JJ Teacher
I did not learn how to float and slide up like that in to the straight armbar, but I'm going to start working on it like that. Thanks for the video, that was an eye opener to how to make it tighter faster
this was a really great video. It was very clear and I was able to understand the logic behind the chokes. Thanks man
Brilliant guys , new to bjj gi and this has helped no end - can't wait to put it in play when rolling 🙌🏼
Very intuitively explained, minimal jargon. Thank you!
Just started MMA and I looked up some useful Submissions to try on ground fight. We've done similiar variants of the first three but all of those are still very knowledgable and nice Submissions. Thank you 👍
The arm lock from defense start position is very cool. I go to class three days a week, and I like to roll from my back or my feet. Thanks for the great video.
Thanks Coach! Is great to have advice from experience guys!
Your teaching style is thorough. You go through each step in a concise manner making it easy to follow. I plan to go through these drills as much as I can. Knowledge of ground game Jiu Jitsu or Judo is essential to me. Thank you for sharing this 🙏🏾🇨🇦
I really appreciate you taking the time to tell me that, and I’m glad you like my videos! 🙏
Whoa. Just love watching anyone who's such a Master at their Art. Brilliant!!
Thank you 🙏
Thinking of joining jiu jitsu this really motivated me thanks great vid
Thanks for such a detailed and explanation - not to mention to the point (far too many videos waffle on). You're very clearly very experienced.
Started jiu-jitsu one month ago. I found best video so far!
Just had my second session and we did sparring. I wrestled varsity in high school and that session felt like my first wrestling practice. I was soo lost. My wrestling experience is helping a lot but I would get into positions and literally say “I have no idea what to do” haha. I’m loving it so far! Thanks for the tips man
This is helping me because I am going to jui jitsu class right now so I can earn my gray and white belt..... Thank you!
Thank you for this. Trying to take up a new hobby and learn how to defend myself. Great video!
Thank you! Great mount submissions :D. Gonna try them out!
well spoken, clean instruction, oss
Went to my first open mat last night and I must say coming from a wrestling background is a gift and a curse. You know what to do until you don’t. I worked myself into so many problems because of that wrestling mindset. Overall bjj was freaking awesome, sore as hell and bruised all over but definitely something I want to continue.
Awesome to hear you started and I hope training goes great for you!
Man this video is awesome!!!!!!! So well explained and executed. I needed exactly this
i am in a kids bjj class and im a white belt with 3 stripes, before watching this video, I only knew straight arm lock and americana (idk if i spelled that right) from side control, now i can hit both from mount. As someone actually participating in this amazing sport, i find this video very helpful to not only improve in self defense and maybe get some medals, but to show my coaches that i do more than practice 2 hours a week in class. Thank you for this amazing video!!
This is excellent. I've been "rolling"/wrestling with my husband for years, but lacked interest in learning submissions because I'm kinesthetically slow. Now that I'm doing classes I'm defending but have no idea what to do when I get the chance. I'm going to keep watching. Hopefully I can get a submission soon! 😅
Thanks for watching and I hope these help. Keep with it!
Always fun to see other people’s opinions. Personally My number 1 submission is a triangle choke. But I do have the Kimora and Americana used successfully on me more often than I would like.
Jiu Jitsu has taught me so many things. I thank Jiu Jitsu for a lot.
Thank you so much for the instructive video. I'm new to the sport but I aim to go 5 days a week. This video was awesome and very helpful.
Based on where you often find yourself and how easily accessible these submissions are (either by set ups or by virtue of position) my thought process was similar to yours: armbar, kimura, guillotine, RNC, but instead of americana I opted for arm triangle
Great video. I appreciate the japanese terms for the attacks too being a judoka.
As always, great content! Thank you sir!
So clean, love these lessons. Thanks
You guys inspired me a lot, wish i could train wit you
Thank you. Very well explained. I took a Chuck Norris form of Karate that incorporated these submissions in what we called spot fights.
Very well spoken. Easy to understand
Very good simple explanations on these videos. Thank you.
This was a perfect video. Lots of GREAT content in a short time. Thanks!
I appreciate it! Glad you like it.
Simply awesome 👏🏼
Well demonstrated articulate Step by step guide that covers everything. Clearly, a lot of experience and hard work have gone into Knight. It is very helpful for me, who studies TSD but also keen to dabble in other arts as well. Thank you
Thank you for this quick intro!
I'm from brazil and I loved your fine method for give your knowledge is so important for me because I am beginning yet and here is so competitive about this great art so thank you and keep up your excellent job
I’m asking my manager for a raise tomorrow so all of these techniques are crucial to my success
Great video. Thanks for posting.
I know muay thai only I'm planning on taking gracie jujitsu I havent been here on your channel for a while I'm glad I found this channel agian You make a good teacher
Americana, Arm bar, Guillotine, Kimura, Rear naked choke. I love it thank you mate. As a white belt this is so useful
this is beautiful. You are really brilliant at teaching. It would be so nice if you instruct us on how to avoid, get away or counter this five submissions. Again, you are brilliant, this is beautiful and I'm grateful. (subscribing right now)
Your detail by detail instructions is awesome
Thank you your a clear , clean teacher Awesome 👏👊🏻
This video is a 10 out of 10! I used to use these submission regularly when I was practising BJJ. Many years later, without training I almost forgot everything. Now I´m training Judo, and we don´t work a lot with submissions on the ground. My team mate just want to pin you on the ground with kesa katame or side control. I end up often in mount or in closed guard but I´m not able to finalize my position advantage. Sometimes the simplest way is also the most efficient one. Thanks for your video!
Thank you for this awesome comment and watching the video. I’ve got quite a few videos on kesa and lots on escapes on here.
@@KnightJiuJitsu I´ll watch them for sure. I´m the smallest one, I´m almost 40 pounds lighter than my training´s partners and I have a hard time to escape Kesa, Side control or south west. thanks again for your helpful tips
Awesome setups for anyone who is a beginner or would like to brush up on their checklist. Great video
Thank you! Exactly who I had in mind while making this.
You teach very well and clear. Thank you!
Excellent video!!!.. easy to follow easy to understand.
Thanks for the video! I'm a newbie looking to start BJJ training soon. I've noticed that virtually every submission stoppage in MMA is one of the five you've shown here. I'll keep these in the forefront of my mind as I begin to train. Thanks again! 😎
File your nails!
I get people with the Americana ALL THE TIME! Seems like people put their arms back to keep away from a kimura but it leaves them wide open to the Americana. Love it!
My fav yt channel when it comes to martial arts, and I've watched them all. Eli Knight is the gold standard. Thank you so much!
Wow, thank you!
This is gonna carry me through my wrestle/grapple fight this weekend
Really Nice arsenal to carry every where I go and is legal.thank you.
As always awesome stuff.
Thank you for your gifted lessons
thank you for well illustrated instructions.
Bro, your explanations are amazing. Linguistically masterful and easy to understand. Well explained through out
I appreciate it very much!