I fought 6 dudes blind: Ultimate Self Defense Championship reaction 

I can't wait to hear about how devastating the Theoretical Kicks would've been from the next episode. XD

I really appreciate your "behind the scenes" and your analysis. And I believe that your critiques are very important, not only for us to understand the reality behind the "reality show", but also for Rokas and the other organizers if they want to repeat the experience. They did something really cool, but some details clearly need to be refined. Anyway, great job on the show and on these videos!

I love that you're having this conversation. No one else has really done this, and it's like a behind the scenes. It's great!

Breaks vs No Breaks is a BIG difference. I'm surprised that wasn't standardized. (Like with the warehouse and a very clear 'bell')

I get how venting frustration can sometimes be seen as having a negative reaction to the entire experience. Was like all the time in the Army. Way to represent us over 40 guys.

Anyone who says sleep wouldn't play any significant factor in this challenge hasn't experienced training with a new born baby in the household. The amount of ass whippings I took from lack of sleep was immense. Once they started sleeping though I started tapping mofos left righta nd centre again 😅

series may have been literally painful to film, but boy has it been awesome to watch. Glad to see you in it. Hope they take some more safety considerations into account if this challenge happens again

It's honestly really cool to see you just give the guy with a knife what he wanted, shows that violence isn't always the solution.

Just watched some of the longer interviews Rokas released for backers, and it was was funny how many of them were saying how you seemed "even more Ramsey" in person 😆

Great video Ramsey, thank you for sharing your perspective with us. I appreciate an unredacted view of how the scenarios were for the participants, and your thought process through out. There is a lot to learn here. As for those saying that Ramsey is giving excuses for his performance... First, all of these gentlemen did fantastic. Most of the people pointing fingers in the comments section would have been INJURED in the first event, let alone come out with the upper hand. It's easy to armchair after the fact. Ramsey did especially well, and probably had the perspective that most closely resembled real life self protection. We have to remember that, despite the overlap in physical skills between sport fighting and self protection, the goals are different. In a competition, your goal is to defeat your opponent - you cannot defend your way to victory. The goal in a self protection situation is the opposite - minimize damage received to yourself or other victims. If this is supposed to be a "self defense championship", then the goal should not be to BEAT the attacker, it should be to avoid being beaten. If you can control and attacker until they give up, help arrives, or you can run - you've won. Striking them at that point may just land you in jail or prison for aggravated assault. Damage dealt should be a far cry away from the primary goal of minimizing damage received. As a final note, it's curious to see how many people are claiming that Ramsey is giving excuses. Ramsey has always spoken his mind, talked about things that we viewers may not know about (remember the videos where he talked about crummy, rigged fights in the past? I remember), and been an open book. Additionally, it's really important to consider our own limitations in real life. We like to think that we're superhuman, but old injuries, the clothes and environment we're in, our less-than-perfect understanding of the situation at hand, and many other things are important. Ramsey talked about his shoes coming off. How many of us have even TRAINED in shoes, rather than just barefoot on the mats? How many of us leave the gym or dojo and are feeling ROUGH after some intense training? Would we be ready to fight for our life at that exact moment? I won't go on and on. Ramsey, you and the gang did great. Thanks to all of you for putting your lives on hold, and your health on the line, so we can watch this series.

Ramsey: a fatality is not self defense 43:23 Ramsey training to break the necks of all his opponents Mortal Kombat style

To be honest the mistakes in tournament rules and how they are presented could be far worse given how complex this whole tournament is for the first year. I hope that the next iteration has smoothed out its process and rule sets.

Handing over the wallet was one of my favorite moments from episode 2. Also, Jeff Chan's reaction to being able to do that. Having watched both the breakdowns so far my main takeaways are: 1. For their normal training sessions I understand not being completely aware of what you might be facing. However, as this has been gamified into a championship rules, at least towards scoring should be clearer. 2. When are we getting this on Netflix / Amazon / Whoever with full production teams, and these in depth commentaries from each participant, because between you and Icy Mike there have been so really great additional insights, and the core content has been really enjoyable.

Yes please absolutely review part 3 Also once again I really like the added perspective and context to what we're seeing. One thing that strikes me with this event having now seen your criticisms is that it's a first draft, I hope there is a second season and things can be more controlled and analytically-focused in addition to being entertainment

Imagine that in boxing . Mouthpiece falls out instant loss 😂

"This guy would crush me to death, this guy would break my bones, this guy would kill me while trying to be nice, eh, that guy, maybe, maybe I can survive." Hilarious!

An episode 3 review would be great as well! I appreciate hearing a bit more of the behind-the-scenes details, sounds like there's definitely a few problems to be worked out with this format if there's going to be a second season

Yes, please Review episode 3. I want to hear your hide and seek secrets so i have the skills to rival bigfoot. Thanks for taking the time to go in depth with these, fun and educational.

Please review episode 3 and all episodes after! It's great hearing about your experiences and like others have commented the most effective self defense advice in giving the knife dude your wallet, which sadly you've had to do in horrific real life scenarios. Thanks for participating in this as it's great to watch! The real question is...would you do it again

Hi Coach, I loved the way you used the clinch in these challenges! Also, that Sagat thumbnail is sick!

Yes please, episode 3 was super exciting to watch!

Definitely need to review "Scenarios," & you did fantastic in the whole thing!

I really think your debriefs add to the experience of watching the show, so i would be happy to have your reactions to future episodes

I'm going to say yes every single time you ask if you should review the next episode. Great insight once again. So hard to know what you guys knew versus what we're told in post otherwise.

I really like when you guys breakdown the episode. It gives so much of a better understanding

I like these clear and thoughtful breakdowns of what was happening.

Yes, episode 3 please. Always enjoy listening to your commentary.

Ramsey dressing up as a character now too in his vlogs ;)

The insight / behind the scenes is super interesting and informative. please do a video on the Hide And Go Stab! :)

Very cool I been looking forward to this along with footage from your sparring with Jeff Chan on his channel.

I've come to really look forward to these videos - so insightful and I really enjoy listening to your commentary!

I appreciated & enjoyed the detail.

Please continue with your analysis of these episodes. I'm finding them educational and entertaining, and you can't ask for more than that!

I'm really enjoying the series Coach Ramsey!

This was very well said. A few of us back here in Canada have been watching it, and we love it. It was still a great idea, but we also think it had alot of slip ups and could use improvement. Here's what some of our thoughts were. First, you couldn't be more right about how some of those scenerious worked. Whether it was giving your wallet in a passive manner, or keeping the guy pinned. A few of us have done bouncing and have also utilized this strategy in public, unfortunately, and there's nothing more safe or legal. I bounced at a bar for a while, and have had grown men start to cry once they calmed down after a while in a pin, and start explaining how their wife just left them, he can only see the kids on weekends, he's paying insane child support, and she took everything basically. It hits you pretty hard hearing that, but it still doesn't give him any right to get angry at someone in the bar and try start a fight. Once explained, usually they agree, and they still have to go, and might be banned for a month. The best place he could of been was pinned. Not getting a broken limb, or nose, or anything. They deserve a chance. Than there are the guys that are nothing but trouble. They don't calm down, they think it's funny when you let them back up after they pretend to be good, and as much as you momentarily like the idea of them having something to mend the next day, the best place for them is still on the ground pinned until the cops arrive if their too much to handle getting out the door. We were all big dudes, but than theres was some that were paul varelans big. It happened if other guys were busy, or i the guy you were dealing with was already outside but just kept trying to damage stuff. There were many examples of when points should have been given, or even those big guys forfitting. One was Matt's theoretical kicks. That guy chose to follow him up a ladder with a knife. "He could of stabbed or cut his foot though if he tried to kick him." 🤯 Are you flipping kidding me!? No! In a life or death situation, your going to have an adrenaline dump and not feel a single thing. If that goon looses his footing or grip on the ladder from your shoving, which can happen very easily, especially if a person waits until they start to actually climb onto the base, than that person is dropping a long way down. As soon as Matt mentioned the kicks when that guy was in a close proximity, it should of counted as him being taken out of the comp. There were lots. I think we all know that. Most were explained here. If this were ever re done, than make it a real self defense situation. Not going super realistic, but seriously, alot more. Wash off markers and white shirts work just fine, with some swimming Goggles for the knife drill. We did that once a week usually in our Sambo gym back in the day. Fun, but super hard drill. No other padding needed. Or even loose the swimming Goggles and just have it so theirs no head shots with the knife, which is fairly realistic, have a guy sign a waiver saying it's his own risk if something happens. Loose all of that extra padding though. For the bat drill, use a pool noodle still, but just inset a half inch rubber dowel in the centre of it for weight and firmness. Guy gets a clean hit with that or something than it's over. A few of us know about these self defense schools that get a person all armored up and that play around, but that's not self defense on da streetz. Far from it. The safest, yet most realistic way this could go it like this. Wear a mouth guard, nobody needs to cut up their hand or loose teeth, no cup, no other gear, do it outside in a back ally behind a bar or business, during the day or at night, when things really happen. Rent off the area and have it blocked off, and have everyone dressed in what their casual cloths would be. That includes sweat pants or shorts. Whatever they honestly usually wear in public. Their regular shoes etc. Than see how it goes over, and ya, have it so guys are really swinging. I'm sure there'd be some indepth waiver signing, but have it so their really ready for this sort of thing. If I was a bad guy, I'd be ready to take a shot and vice versa, it makes all the difference when it's bare knuckle aswell. Mostly because one thing this tournament is lacking the most in those drills is an escape line. When outside doing these drills, have lines a person can cross running to be safe from the assault. I suppose there could be scenarios where there could be that option, and than not, or just have it so that options alot more difficult. Alot could of been improved. Still love watching the show, and honestly, something like that should be available for people to participate in. Everyone I know that's seen it all agree they'd love to do some of those tasks for fun. The bus bash, the hide and go Stab team drill. I know personally myself and some guys think we're pretty slick with the strategy we would have after watching this example of it and conspiring. If we get enough people together, we might actually play a personal game of that if we can rent a warehouse out. Something like this would potentially do great as a business done professionally. I'd go on but I better get back to work. Great video Ramsey.

I'm enjoying these breakdowns! Also, pointers on these encounters are very informative, and it gives us more perspective on the events. It's also great to watch while we wait for Sunday 😅

Good job, Ramsey! Rooting for you. Loving these breakdowns!

Definitely cover episode three there's so much there that needs covered like how Rokas learned never hide in bathroom with one exit

You seem like you’re way bigger than I thought honesty. I get that impression.

The Akuma necklace! Nice! Not just hadokens, but JUMPING hadokens! Still waiting on Chun Li ... 😆

I friggin love hearing your imputs on this episode, I think as a show for a network with average joes with clearer rules for events and judges in the know about either fighting sports or law enforcement trainers like you and Icy Mike as judges for the point could be a good guilty pleasure. So far I like what Rokas and Jeff (not Chan) brought up with the concept. But say you want, Jeff Chan's reaction was priceless !

I just want to say thank you, for the video. These are incredibly fun to watch and very informative in general. Looking forward to the next one, take care my friend!

I really want to see the breakdown of episode 3!!! Please do one for each as they come out man. These have been great to see

Ramsey, I gotta say…what sets you apart, leaps and bounds, from the other individuals both in and around the martial arts world, is your intellect. Keep being you. Your insight is always wonderful.

Why are we not talking about the Giant mala beads 😂😂 another awesome video Ramsey, the USDC is bad ass

I really like these videos. They feel like behind the scenes for this event. I really hope Rokas puts a behind the scenes episode at the end of the series so you can all talk about this event more in depth. Also I do see the issues now that you've mentioned it with some of these scenarios, but it's still a super cool event and it's the first time. With the advice from you and all the boys, I think a season 2 would be complete perfection

Oh man, it's so nice to hear you disecting the whole thing.

Rokas does a great job enhancing the drama for "entertainment" it's good to have perspective from all angles, this is how we discover truth!

Cool insides. Thank you. Looking forward for episode 3. Btw i also used to be the smallest in the room with my 143 to 165 pounds when i started out in kick boxing and bjj. And yeah having a gameplan to handle every kind of body type is crucial to decrease your disadvantages and just to not get smashed instantly. Sometimes i had to tap out durring drilling bc my knee got too much load durring a sweep atempt. You have to be very proactive to elliminate their instat winning chances

"How many episodes do you want me to review ?" Me- "yes"

Excited for the episode 3 breakdown :)

@RamseyDewey - New Zealander here, the serious Rugby players here crosstrain in Olympic/Greco wrestling - and no doubt it's the same across the ditch. Adrien probably has a high-level wrestler come to his training sessions. Wrestling down here is a very minority sport, so even high-level guys get no respect until they start teaching Rugby dudes how to defend a tackle and execute the basic takedowns. Love your work Ramsey :)

I appreciate the added context here. Fascinating series.

Super happy to see this video!!! And so long too

Keep reviewing the episodes it's great to hear what you experienced there

This is a debrief I wanted . I hope this gets liked. Also a video on grappling by feel would be interesting.

Late to the party again but I must say, another great review and I always enjoy hearing your insight. I cant wait to hear you discuss ep 3. It was one of my favourite eps so far

Love these! You guys were fantastic and the production value is through the roof 💪🏾🔥🥋

Man, I don’t want you to just review episode 3, I want you to review all the upcoming episodes. It’s always interesting hearing your thoughts on it.

Appreciate your takes, would love to see you review each episode! Heh your way of dealing with the knife-wielding mugger was the smartest, but Mike kicking the knife out of the dude's hand was pretty rad.

Great content ramesy. Please keep doing these. Love that all you guys got together. Would love to see a chat with you and mike.

Genius idea for a series! Great group of people involved- keep winning!

Cool necklace. Also thanks for this behind the scenes insight.

Great review. I'd love you to review part 3. Definitely a tough competition when the rules are obfuscated. It kind of reminds me of the early MMA fights you had in Asia. Where they'd mention one rule set and it would be different. I recall a story about you trying to grapple and submit a dude while wearing boxing gloves.

If we have second session, here are a few suggestions: 1. Change the head gear, getting the rugby style open face helmet. 2. Make a rubber bat, it still hits with some authority, but also flexible enough to be some what safer. 3. Definitely get more rugby players. Those guys are tough, strong, fast and know how to fight better than most population.

Love your Review of the contest, please do more

Yes please do a video on episode 3 as well. Your perspective is very insightful.

Love the review, I was a little disheartened to see your performance, but now I know what you were up against. I can see you performed amazingly!!

7:45 Really annoying that there was no time for adjusting to jet lag, specially considering it's Australia. It's probably the place where people complain about jet lag the most in the world, since it's so much at the edge of everything.

Hey Ramsey, great review, please do episode 3 too.

On one hand, I feel that having very strict and defined rules will make this event feel too competitive, and as you mentioned, knowing what's going to happen is not in the spirit of self defense. But on the other hand, I feel like a bit more planning and transparency between the organizer and participants would have made everything better.

Awesome video! Love the Akuma beads!

My thoughts on stopping Seth’s where it was is that it was clear that the knife attacker could not close the distance at that point. Seth managed to kick him twice and kept him at bay. Seth can kick pretty hard.

The thumbnail just made me realize how much you can pass for Sagat. I would pay to see you in a fan film as Sagat now. 😂

Definitely review episode 3. That one was hilarious!

1:04:48 😂😂😂😂 I 100% agree with you sir. And you said it perfectly.

The USD-championship was really fun,and one of the best and realistic Self-defense scenarios!I was really happy that you participated in it...(...And Icy-Mike gassed out preety fast every challenge ;)...just joking,you all did great,it was great done etc etc...

This event looks like more and more of a cluster f the more we hear about it.

Thx for the review, you did really well. Pls review the third epidode too. Cheers.

Yes! I want to hear your opinions on the hide and seek with knives! Very interesting points on the challenges so far, the editing in the USDC is deceptively good.

The Best Is to see how you and other react to their video, how they "see" or show their reality

Yes, please review episode 3 🙂

by far you were the wisest there especially against the knife guy. The scoring system is a sham!

Yes! Plz review all the episodes and also let us know how you would improve the rules and setups cause it seems Rokas had a very interesting idea but it aint good if the rules arent fair and well explained.

Yes please review episode 3

Please! Make a video for part 3! I need to hear all the behind-the-scenes details!

Ramsey, love the beads! Never thought I’d watch 武松 talk about self defense one day if you know what I’m saying

It’s Jeff rolling his head back and mouthing “shut the fu-“ for me 😂😂😂

ramsey you are literally the real life daredevil bro

Rokas had it soooooo easy in this event. I mean the 1st guy laid down for him and it was over... Honestly think you got a raw deal Ramsey. That being said im still enjoying the experiment/videos. God bless you and yours brother!

I've waited for this Episode 2 USDC commentary. I love how you handle the knife because my jiujitsu coach also tell me don't fight back on someone who try to rob you just give him he wants. Unless if he really wants to kill you and hurt your family. But anyway nice video.

You might have the least self-defense related RU-vid channel of the bunch, but you DEFINITELY display the most self-defense mindset of the bunch from what has been shown to the audience.

Episode 3 please! It's great to hear you address those little weird details that one sees in the Championship

Actually as a short stocky guy, built like a Tolkein dwarf, I size up bigger opponents by they're physicality, conditioning and skills. In some ways shortness gives a lot of advantages on the inside and grappling and as we say in the south, some people are big for nothing lol.

Always love your content bro

Not having things framed properly does both wreck the learning experience of those who went through it, and give everyone a chance to learn some very important information from the teaching/training failure. Ramsey's frame of reference makes sense. The 'do some damage' frame of reference also makes sense. They make sense with different contexts. Ramsey's desire not to wreck his training partners and not to do excessive damage in genuine self defence encounters is the belt and braces, safety first, approach. It is both smart and wise for most every training situation. The 'do some damage' before the situation is considered finished thing makes sense if you are told in advance that you are training a situation in which you will not be getting any backup from the police and the dude you have pinned either has friends or a girlfriend who will stick a blade or a screwdriver in your kidney and then kick and stamp you to pieces. Or the dude may be carrying a blade or a gun and may well use it on you if you let him up. Having the proper context for what you are training is night and day in terms of what you have (no choice but) to do, and what you will then need to be able to explain to justify your use of force to a court if you get pulled by the police. Having the proper context for what you are training also has huge significance for what level of force you are training and how you go about training it. Training force that will maim or kill is a very different prospect to training for a situation where you must have the specific intent not to do significant harm.

Keep the hard work brother love your videos 💪❤️

Oh yeah, I'm 5'10" and 140 pounds, there are so many guys in my catch wrestling club that are way less experienced than me but can crush me no problem. Once you start getting past a 30-40 pound weight difference, skill starts mattering a whole lot less. I got a perfect back take on my friend Memphis, who's about my height but a hundred pounds heavier than I am, and I just couldn't do anything once he rolled over on top of my leg. He's a rower, too, so I just absolutely couldn't fight his grips either. And we just kinda got stuck there for a few minutes until the bell rang haha. But in a self defense situation, I would have been fine. I didn't NEED to kill him, just get in a position where he can't kill me and I can stay there for a prolonged period of time. And man, broken record, but not being able to see the knife just again makes me think... use fencing masks!

Awsome!!! I would love to hear about episode 3 😊

Really love the series as well as your breakdowns of the episodes. I don't care about the scoring either, although it does provide a gimmick to root for your "favorite" which is engaging psychologically. Really hope it makes money back so there'll be another one in the future!