UFC vet vs. a knife

Unarmed self-defense against an edged weapon is a popular focus in many martial arts studios. However, it’s a subject with the most dangerous consequences if they don’t work.

On the surface it may seem simple, just parry the attacking hand, grab the wrist, disarm, etc. However, when you add in factors like surprise, adrenaline, and the sheer ferocity of a knife attack, the likelihood of making a mistake increases tenfold. And one mistake that could change your life forever or even end it.

So what would happen if you got an MMA fighter who has fought at the highest level and gave him the task of defending against a knife attack?

In the following video BJJ black belt and UFC, WSoF, PFL, and Belaltor MMA vet , Jon Fitch shares his experience training in the Modern Army Combatives Program - in this instance focusing on knife defense.

However, instead of using a metal knife and doing controlled drills, or even using a rubber knife in a live sparring session, Fitch opts to use a 75,000-volt shock knife to add the critical element of pain to the training.

As expected, Fitch has to fight hard to not get stabbed, but you can see his grappling experience pays dividends in isolating the arm, scrambling, and eventually getting the disarm.

Check out the clip below and see what happens when you put a shock knife in Jon Fitch’s hand.

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