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The Lighter Side: Real Self-Defense vs. Movie Myths

byOm BJJ & MMA AcademyAt Academy in Sector 46, Gurugram; Travels across Delhi NCRStarts from499 Per Person per WorkshopView full gallery

Training should be serious, but you have to enjoy the process. We don't take ourselves too seriously all the time—here’s a look at the funny, human side of our academy and why we debunk 'movie-style' martial arts.

Mommy se panga nahi lene ka. A humorous take on self-defense against the ultimate weapon: a mother's chappal. Even my own mother joined in on the fun.

Expectation vs. Reality Part 2. This is my take on the fake "mcdojolife" gun defense techniques you see online. This is what would actually happen. Don't try this at home.

Expectation vs. Reality. Another example of why you shouldn't believe everything you see online. This is a parody of an unrealistic choke escape.

About The Lighter Side: Fun & Humor

People often ask me, 'Coach, can I really disarm a gun like in the movies?' The short answer is no. If you’re looking to learn self-defense, you need to stop watching action films and start looking at what actually works under pressure. Watching these stunts is fun, but training for your safety is a different ballgame. We keep things light at the academy, but when the mats are down, we focus on what really keeps you safe.

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