I've practised martial arts for 35 years searching for the answer's to effective self protection. I taught British police personal safety training a few years ago and I've seen thousands of you tube clips of 'how to deal with'. Yet, this is the only you tube channel I've only subscribed to. The advice and wisdom here is not regularly taught in the Dojo, or on the mats. This is life experience, learned from practice, experience, observation, analysis and maturity. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
This guy has energy! 😂 I laughed at the yelling but I agree. It is hard to be 100% in control in all situations but at least don't allow people in your personal space... just maintaining distance can make a huge difference.
Dear Prof David, on behalf of ALL Law Enforcement members I want to thank you for this life-saving service your instructions provide. I hope everyone who sees this video will share it and maybe save a life by doing so.
Once again Prof. David James is on point. His dissection of the scenario is unparalleled. Not only does this man provide expert commentary (40 years in martial arts) on various videos showcasing real world scenarios but a break down of right & wrong solutions which may save YOUR life. You KNOW that this man is for real, just look at the INTENSITY in his voice and actions! He wants everyone out there to have this lifesaving info. Gotta truly love and appreciate Prof. James' and the Vee Arnis crew helping spread the word far & wide. On another note: Happy Fathers Day to all you dads out there. You are truly Blessed.
"You aint no serious martial artist, you aint no serious practitioner, you a clown 🤡" 😂😂😂😂😂😂 truest words ever spoken, that deserves to be on a t-shirt
ALSO, train your ACTUAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES too... THAT means your strength, SPEED,power,stamina,and "yoke a mofo up" physical power too. THIS is how you DOMINATE your opponent.👀💯💯💯💯💪🏾🧔🏾♂️
What makes a more logical option is to not get in those situations in the first place... And so, that goes to being aware of your surroundings as much as possible and or as best as you possibly can...
Hind site is how we learn. You got this right the momentum makes this absolutely the best defense. The twist of his core would have broken the grip too. You guys remind me of how much I loved martial arts before I went into the Marines. Y'all are the real deal. Keep up the great work 💯❤
I have seen on the net people say to avoid a fight if possible.The way you described and demonstrated being in fight situation makes perfect sense because you I've heard you should never underestimate an opponent.Some people who can fight will let you know that you shouldn't go there.Some people have the appearance of having fighting skills.I believe that good fighters usually don't fight unless really necessary.Of course ego comes into conflicts but I have seen people hurt and people that have little mercy for their opponents,especially when intoxicated or effected by drugs.I have very little training,only what I've taught myself.I once was threatened for three days by a guy who had just come of jail.I tried to tell him there was nothing in what he was angry with me about and I'm reasonably sure I even apologised that the situation had pissed him off and that it wasn't my intention.Anyway and I'm not putting tickets on myself,on the 3rd night I had to walk passed his room because it was raining.I was going to get my washing.When I just passed his room he came out,slowly followed me.I then decided this guy is not going to leave me alone,so I approached him slowly,with my hands up ready to defend and truefully my plan was to defend a punch or kick and then palm strike in the face.This didn't happen because he kept backing away and his girlfriend seeing me approaching him screamed to him to come inside his room.He didn't come back outside again.This to me doesn't mean I'm a better fighter than him but as he was approaching me along the 1.5m wide path between a brick wall and railing I was just prepared to fight him because I felt I had. In conclusion I thought after even though I'm not a trained fighter I wanted to palm hit him so hard which could have thrown him into a brick wall and he could have although unlikely possibly die by hitting his head on the wall.Lastely so we never actually fought but in those few moments when I approached him to fight he saw what I was prepared to do if absolutely necessary.He left me alone after that but did threaten to kill me in my sleep.I didn't think he would do that but to me someone that sais something like that would have no qualms about walking behind you and attacking you unexpected.Thinking about this I consenqently left where I lived but in hindsight I wish I hadn't.I'm sorry for such a long message but what you said made alot of sense to me and seemed to fit into situations I've been in so I thought I would share this real life situation with you in return.I hope this message is of some benefit to you or perhaps people you are around you,thanks for your video.I look forward to watching more,bye.
Probably was better you left, better safe than sorry. It's not worth it to hang around. I wouldn't want to live close to someone that negative and hostile for no reason.It's always better to be in a peaceful environment if you have a choice. Despite him being in jail and acting tough he was nothing but a coward. He didn't even try to fight and you beat him psychologically. And his girlfriend telling him to get away LOL You must have really scared him and beat him at his own game, good for you. I have also been in similar situations but I have training and experience so I have the confidence to defend myself if it's truly necessary. I don't like to fight and only do it if forced to.Bullies always pick those that are smaller or they perceive as weaker than themselves. You defeated that wanna be tough guy mentally and didn't have to make any physical contact. The will to fight is very very important and having a mind set of determination. Most idiots trying to prove they are the " alpha male " will back down from someone like that because they really aren't looking for a challenge they want a victim who will be easy prey. He got punked because he knew he was facing someone who would fight back and he obviously didn't want none of that. That was a sign you were dealing with a very immature and insecure man trying to prove something to himself and he failed. He should have been smart and stayed in the room with his girlfriend 😆 But he was an idiot so that's why he had to find out the hard way he picked a fight with the wrong guy that day.
Sir, my Second Justji/Karate instructor was like you, He was a very humble Korean gentleman, who knew his shit with no airs about him. They were simple tactics, put together to form a cohesive everyday fighting system. I've been looking for another club to join like yours for years, he retired. However, unsuccessfully, as this type of training is mainly banned these days in Canada, together with many of the moves, which I would say are the most effective. It's, Sports Martial Arts only, teaching self Defense is at the club's risk. The last club I went out to see if I wanted to join was 3yrs ago now, I killed, with a training knife, the "Masters" top protege, in less than 2 sec's and He didn't even see it, and wouldn't believe I'd done it, cutting his throat, Face to face, he would have been dead in 6 sec's. This is on top of him being told in advance, what I was going to do!, and that I had the short 3-inch training knife. Waving my hands around asking him questions until he took his eye off of me and looked at the empty hand, he couldn't see the knife in my other hand. Even The Master was shocked! He'd been busy that night teaching sophisticated moves, Locks and pressure points by demonstration. I went out because he told me, He practiced, what you teach! When in reality he was only demonstrating highly technical useless stuff and the promise of an open practice simulating street fights dissolved. Thank you for what you are doing this is Martial art, people have forgotten the meaning of the word Martial, Warlike, the training of people for War. This would fly in the Face of, his part words, I'm going to teach you how to fight another Master and never hurt each other? I'm 70 now and too far away, I'd sign up tomorrow, Thank you for your time, practical Martial arts again.
Some people think because they’re wearing a law enforcement uniform or black belt that their information is the best. Prof David is bout no nonsense. No fancy movements or classical stances. Only effective body mechanics and self awareness. But also to add a person needs a level of physical conditioning and freedom of moving all limbs of the body with destructive power, speed, timing and balance. Most importantly having the fighting spirit and always being aware of your surroundings
SDU. I just signed up for the Starter Bundle. Prof. David James, I was introduced to the VAJ system in the late 90's by Prof Daniel Torres in Orlando, FL. It is good to see you online pushing VAJ forward. OUS!
I don't have any type of training or self-Defense background and have watched numerous self-protection videos on the Internet. I'm now 65 yrs old and now days more then ever have fear of going out in public and staying safe. Same thought goes for my family members. This channel of all them I've watched has made the most common sense and does not prompt anything but how to keep yourself "alive" if you have no other option but to defend yourself. I want to thank you for finally presenting information I can utilize to do that!
Thank you sir for calling that clown out I've watched some of his videos just shaking my head in disbelief I wonder how many people have died by his teachings 👍
Prof. When I first I was like who is this guy sounding like my drill Sargent in the miltary. I have been training arts since 10 Kuntao, juijitsu, boxing etc but what I have found is the real teacher defense who teach have open mind, do the research, stay humble and keep real. You are one of the best instructors I had the privilege of watching and learning from by the wisdom and real life concepts the you teach. You are a wealth of knowledge and wisdom please keep sharing we need instructors like you to keep martial real. I never talj about my rank and all cause it dont me sh** in a real confrontation. And as you stated you are only as good as your last practice . Thank you so much sir.
You guys are so passionate and thank you for passing fantastic real information. Top top explanation on the does and don't on what to do in everything you teach.your school is blessed to have you guys 🙏
If VJ Jujitsu is not contracted with the NYC Police Dept. Academy, they don't care about their Police Officers. Prof. David offers a Fantastic style for All high crime urban environments. Continued Success for VJ Jujitsu, Brooklyn, NY. Stay Righteous ✊️👊
Like always Prof. James’ comments,observations and practical self defense is excellent. Unfortunately, the individual shown in video #2 has a RU-vid channel showing self defense techniques that are simply useless and unrealistic. Many of which have been mocked quite a bit, due it’s ineffectiveness.
100% Facts. I’m from Detroit and I’m a retired cop. Everything you said about cops attitudes with the weapon is true. I’ve been doing BJJ since 2015 and Muay Thai since this year. That fake security Officer in the video will definitely get someone destroyed. Keep up the good work. Like you said “You’re only good as your last training session “.
Great stuff. I was kinda hoping one of the other videos of another martial arts instructor showing you what to do would have been Rener Gracie. You KNOW his answer to this situation would somehow involve the officer going to the ground and applying a choke. Their answer to every situation seems to end up being “take him down”, the last place you truly want to be in a real life altercation...
I love this man. His words are powerful. His actions are powerful people listen up he’s saving your lives. Please keep doing what you do. Much respect. Thank you.
Professor James, thank you for some of your self defense practical self defense for women. Especially in public areas I understand your decision making for women. Avoid suspect places. Avoid loud situations around you. Pay attention and never go to sleep. Stay awake and steer clear of obvious trouble
That defense works from the understanding of the five angles as well, because as the attacker reaches for the gun he gives a angle four... which means go to the outside. The movement that Prof. James did takes advantage of an arm bar that is available and takes the back of the attacker. !0 Commandments ... 21 Laws. Very GOOD.
I hear you screaming man, I am always learning something everytime I watch you. I hope some day to meet you face to face. I'm turing 64 still training students on firearms and I touch on weapon retention and I also throw in something I have learned from you. God Bless you, and thank you for the knowledge. Yes I am paying attention!
All glory to God we are saving lives. Cheers from your heavenly brother Charles Andrew Oyedele Holy Warrior A38man of God and Lord of the Apocalypse. Thanks again. Peace
Excellent video Professor. Awareness of your surroundings is the foundation of self defense. Hence train, train, and train. Always visualize scenarios and potential outcomes. That being said always try to avoid the fight if that is possible, be prepared in the event you have to battle. Thank you again Professor for teaching all aspects of these encounters. Blessings Family.
Cops should always travel in pairs, watching each other’s flank or six. They don’t want to pay for two men groups. He should have a locking or retention holster. It does make sense to turn the gun away from the perpetrator anyway. The arm bar or trap is the bonus. Good stuff!
Kudos to you Professor James because you're teaching a very realistic system of combat strategies that are simple, solid, and proven to get the job done. Please keep posting I'm constantly sharing your videos with others.
I have learned alot watching your videos and learnt about the window of oppourtunity,motion causes motion and to pay attention and not to be distracted by the lady in the red dress (Matrix reference)
I gotta tell you,I seen a bunch of bs for a long,then I found the real deal.iv learned more from you and will continue to learn..Dont know you,but thanks for what you know and show.Jack Brown
You correct about awareness.... distance.....but once it started there was little he could do to stop the force of the attack but once he regained his balance he did well in a messy struggle..... fighting skills with strikes was a better option not self defence
I've been told there is only two" just" and that is just train for everything and just train harder than you did yesterday. We should always question not just the water but the well it comes from.
Great video. Why would anyone suggest you turn your unsecured weapon toward the attacker? Prof Dave is leveraging the attacker’s momentum to protect then secure the weapon. Makes total sense.
Dear master, here it was too easy to see where truth is and where BS instead. Besides the precious explaination, you are so fit and well trained the "other option" would only eat the ground thousand times🤣🤷🏻♂️ thanks Always 💪💪👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🥋🥊
Excellent! YOU’VE got the intelligent option! I’ve been instructing traditional martial arts for 10+ years now and I really enjoy your vids! I plan to incorporate your principles and concepts into my training.
I grew up in Harlem n.y.c 77years Strong and still training. Some of my old friends say they can't fight anymore they say just what Pro. Dave said I 'll just shoot them. I tell them what if u can't get your gun out. Psalms 144. 1. Blessed be THE LORD MY STRENGTH WHO TEACHESES MY HANDS TO WAR AND MY FINGERS TO FIGHT.GOOD WORK PROFESSOR
Guys, listen to this man. He knows what he’s talking about. Training for multiple of silence, and weapon retention, requires you to lose in the gym if you want to win in real life. You gotta do it, you gotta get beat up. Multiple of silence is one of the hardest things to train, but the only way to train it, is to get jumped in the gym by three or more of your training partners. Weapon retention is hard to learn, you gotta get your weapon taken away from you, you got a suffer from weapons fixation, you got to learn how to use, their weapons fixation against them. Again, losing the gym so you don’t lose in the real world. Be safe.
Unfortunately You Tube only allows one thumb up. Professor Dave and Kenny ( with his broken arm) need 5 or 6 thumbs up, and I am being conservative. We need more videos like this, thank you!!!
Good video professor Vee AJ. As a martial artist you and professor Dale offer good options. At the end day circumstances and how we respond to the situation will dictate the outcome of conflict. The officer is still alive so obviously he did something right whether it looked fancy or not. Anyways peace and blessings professor Vee J keep up the good training and teaching OSS. 15:30
It’s more simple than you think, on duty you must stay alert all service. When out of duty you are a Police Officer yet and you are not a normal citizen. On patrol you never, never act like a citizen in sunny day just doing normal things…. If you aren’t a Police Officer but carry a gun, your responsibility with you and the surrounding people is tremendously important, so think about it and avoid problems….
