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This page will contain a comparative analysis of:
1. Judo
2. JuJitsu
3. Sambo
4. NAGA Grappling Events.
5. AAU Freestyle Judo
6. MMA (UFC Style)
7. BJJ
8. Olympic Freestyle Wrestling
9. Olympic Greco-Roman Wrestling
10. High School/College Wrestling
(what else should be listed here?)
Notes:
From:
http://www.bullshido.net/forums/showthread.php?t=18221 (midway down the
page)
FAQ Continued.
Edit: Sorry Antagony, but I need this space.
Q: What are the major (North American) systems of grappling? What are their
major advantages and disadvantages?
A: In order of popularity they are: Folkstyle Wrestling, Freestyle/Greco-Roman
Wrestling, Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jutsu, and Sambo. Minor styles that deserve
mention are 'Catch' Wrestling and Shuai Jiao/Sanshou. There are many more styles
of mainly ethnic interest, practiced by a few enthusiasts; the question of "Pro
Wrestling" and Mexican "Lucha Libre" deserves its own note.
Folkstyle.
The major American form of competitive wrestling, practiced at the high school
and collegiate levels throughout the United States. Practiced in a singlet,
Folkstyle wrestling allows attacks on the legs and awards points for 'riding
time' on the ground as well as escapes. Advantages are that it is widely
practiced, and usually free to anyone in high school or college; the athletic
requirements are very high, cardiovascular training is a commonplace, and the
single and double leg takedowns that are signature to this style are high
percentage moves known to be effective counters to striking. Major disadvantage
is that no submissions are practiced; that said, several, like the full Nelson
neck crank, are known to all wrestlers. Another disadvantage is that, with the
lack of gi training, the wrestler will be less prepared to have his clothing
grabbed in a fight.
Freestyle/Greco-Roman
These are the international styles of wrestling. Freestyle differs from
Folkstyle mostly in detail. Greco-Roman disallows attacks below the waist, and
is unsurpassed in 'tie-ups', which can prevent striking from a standup clinch
and allow for the spectacular throws that are hallmark of this style. Greco by
itself could be disadvantaged by leg attacks, but most Greco wrestlers spend
time on Freestyle so this in practice is less of a problem. Neither of these
styles has submissions, and neither practices clothing grabs.
Judo
Immensely popular worldwide, Judo is less so in the United States. Judo has the
widest variety of takedowns practiced by any form of grappling, many of which do
not require the gi. In addition, Judo has a full array of armlocks and chokes,
and a ground game that is based on attaining a dominant position and achieving a
hold-down from it. Unlike any form of wrestling, guard passing and guard attacks
are a part of Judo, although not a large one. Judo's major disadvantages are 1)
the lack of training without a gi leaves the Judoka often fantasizing about
having a collar to grab, and few dojos train non-gi and 2) the lack of any
training for leglocks can be a problem when faced with a good Samboist or BJJ
player. In general, there have of recent times been complaints that American
Judo has become 'watered down' with sport emphasis; that said, it remains a
formidable art, if not as complete as once it was.
Brazilian Jiu-Jutsu
Currently the ruler of the roost in submission grappling, BJJ is an offshoot of
Judo with different rules, developed for half a century to be effective in
no-holds-barred fighting. Less rich in takedowns, BJJ prefers to shoot in and
drag the opponent down into their world, the ground. BJJ is unsurpassed in
ground fighting, having made a science out of position, transition and
submission. Many BJJ schools train with and without the gi, and many also do NHB
training or have a striking curriculum in the same building, making BJJ probably
the most well-rounded grappling art. Disadvantages are few: it is more expensive
than Judo, typically, and gives less attention to falling safely.
Sambo
Developed out of central Asian traditional wrestling and Judo, Sambo is pretty
much 'Judo with leglocks'. Sambo excludes chokes. Most Samboists also compete in
Judo or some form of Wrestling if not both. The inelastic coat, shoes, and
higher standards for a winning throw all contribute a distinct 'flavor' to Sambo.
Found usually where there are large Russian communities.
Catch
Catch Wrestling evolved out of carnival wrestling acts of the 19th centurry. It
emphasizes submission from all angles, and never fighting from the back, since a
pin was considered a win in Catch. Few authentic practitioners remain, including
Gene LeBell and Tony Cecchine.
Shuai-Jiao and Sanshou
These must be included because of the sheer number of permitted takedowns and
throws. Each lacks in groundwork completely. Sanshou is particularly well
adapted for using grappling against striking techniques, and has several
kick-counter throws which every well-rounded fighter should be acquainted with.
Shuai-Jiao is mostly taught as stand-up wrestling, although there are schools of
'combat' Shuai-Jiao where striking is incorporated. Groundwork does not exist in
this world; seek for it elsewhere.
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