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In 1995 the Commander of the U.S. Army 2nd. Ranger Battalion ordered a re-invigoration of the combative’s training program. It is widely believed that the U.S. Military had seen the early Ultimate Fighting Championships where various styles faced each other in no holds barred, no time-limit fighting. They were witnesses to the success of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters against others styles and larger opponents. Using only proven martial arts systems, the U.S. Army started with the ground fighting of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and Boxing for the stand up striking, as well as Judo and Wrestling for the takedowns. Combatives provides the individual with the necessary tools to increase confidence, build self-esteem and successfully prepare for physical confrontations. On March 18, 2008 members of the Essex Kent Scottish Regiment were introduced to the ground tactics and strategies of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Instructors from Windsor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu presented these troops with some of the Level One training featured in the U.S. Modern Army Combatives Program. |
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters know that the size and strength advantages of an opponent are greatly reduced once they are off their feet. The skill of the properly trained ground fighter can overcome the larger stronger resisting opponent and submit them by chokes, joint locks or various submissions. Striking is also an option in the dominant positions of BJJ, but submissions are usually faster and to the point.
It is not the superior ground fighter that will win the battle, it is the soldier who’s buddy shows up first with a gun ! Combatives training teaches the soldier what it takes to be a Warrior, to close with the enemy and engage in physical contact with confidence and competence. The flexibility of this martial art directly translates to men, women and children of all ages and sizes. Law Enforcement Officers can also benefit with Ground Tactics Training to tie in all their other “Use of Force” techniques. It is a fact that most physical altercations involving resisting people usually end up on the ground. Old school thinking taught LEO’s to never go the ground, with proper training today’s Police Officer can adapt BJJ to the realities of these modern situations. |
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Submission techniques cause less injuries to Police Officers and civilians. Confrontations do not have to be solved with kicks and punches as taught by traditional martial arts schools, when you are armed with peaceful alternatives. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, also known as the “Gentle Art” provides its’ practitioners with the skill and knowledge to overcome obstacles and gain skill and confidence. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu positions allowed these soldiers to control a resisting opponent and apply joint locks or chokes in a controlled safe manner. Does it really work? Just ask the soldiers of the Essex Kent Scottish Regiment that took part in the Level one Training Program! |
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