Watch the behind-the-scenes footage of the Ultimate Self-Defense Championship season 1 here: martialartsjourney.thinkific.com/collections

@paulybeefs8588

4 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this. Inventing fictional reasons to have to physically defend yourself is 80% of being an MMA bro. Wish they invented more fictional reasons to have to physically defend a trashy girlfriend though to round out the rest of the MMA bro experience.

Such a close match! Thank you Rokas and Jeff Phillips for organizing the event and having us, it was so fun and such a great experience! I definitely learned a lot more about self defense!!

@reallynotsurewhat2puthere534

Жыл бұрын

Well done Jeff been watching your channel for years now thanks for the great content

@SenseiSeth

Жыл бұрын

You’re the man!!! Earned that W 👏👏

@cathay11

Жыл бұрын

Champion of the octagon and of the streets!

@moqensen

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations man, you earned it!

@fr0ck360

Жыл бұрын

Tbh Sensei Seth is an absolute menace, he was bullying you for the 1st half of the fight. Although, that armbar was a huge clutch and smooth af

Can I just say now that it's over. I want to see Icy Mike in literally every reality game show ever. Like, imagine him on the Bachelorette having literally no romantic interest in the woman, working off of pure competitive drive, and inexplicably making it into the final round because the producers won't let him leave the show because he's too entertaining. Great work with the show Rokas!

@markb6679

Жыл бұрын

Turn off your phone and computer and go and get some books. See if you can find out what the word "literally" means and how to correctly use it. Then, see if you can expand your vocabulary sufficiently that you are capable of adding emphasis without misusing the word "literally". If you do those things, you will find that educated adults are far more likely to take you seriously. I am assuming that you are above the age of eight. If you are not above the age of eight then just carry on as you are.

@cadmiao

Жыл бұрын

@@markb6679jeez, who hurt you?

@EineNachtImMai

Жыл бұрын

​@@cadmiao you could say they're taking this comment a bit too... litteraly

@riversedgekickboxing694

Жыл бұрын

@@markb6679😂😂😂 you poor angry little man

@riversedgekickboxing694

Жыл бұрын

That would be amazing

Honestly an armbar by a smaller composed opponent to a bigger aggressive dude is the most Martial Arts thing ever!! Congratulations to everyone that was in literally epic

@Somethingsomethinglol

10 ай бұрын

Yeah fr. What a way to win it.

@MaxLohMusic

9 ай бұрын

Not only that, many people don't know this but the sofa thing is actually almost the worst possible position to be in. It's worse than being pinned to a wall or the floor. Both times that happened I was really surprised the person didn't just get stuck there forever, which is what usually happens in my experience

@melt6894

8 ай бұрын

@@MaxLohMusicprobably because they grappled to each other, this the dominant guy can not do anything other than push, also the chair is unstable, which doesn’t help either since they don’t have a solid base.

Jeff Chan with that beautiful move at the end showed how great he is Completely deserved the belt 💪💪👏👏

@wasabi5338

7 ай бұрын

Jeff Chan is like GSP lite lol, he came from a striking background, no wrestling background too, but is incredible at wrestling. He is a beast.

@The_Magician_over

5 ай бұрын

เฉพาะบนสังเวียนเท่านั้นแหละสถานการณ์จริงที่ไร้กฏไร้กรรมการก็แค่ขนมหวาน😂

Jesse Enkamp at the end saying "now I'm coming for you" is the darkest version of him I have ever seen. I really hope we see more of that in season 2

@yew2oob954

Жыл бұрын

There is no fear in his DOJO!!

@zelixcheva7736

Жыл бұрын

yooo i was so hyped at that part 😂

@Deathbystrudel

Жыл бұрын

It felt like a Cobra Kai season finale cliffhanger

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

Was it the Karate Guy? I thought it was Jordan Teaches Jiu Jitsu

@dominickcantu9986

Жыл бұрын

​@@Deathbystrudel ong reminded me of sensei kreese

No joke I cant remember the last time I actually looked forward to episodes of a webseries as much as this one. Major congrats to Rokas and the rest of the team for making this happen, absolutely cannot wait for season 2

@rogerbarkley6473

Жыл бұрын

100%

@TheBiscuit501

Жыл бұрын

Same here

@guytakamatsu7326

Жыл бұрын

Interesting series. I’m glad you kept the episodes short. Sorry, Ramsey could not continue due to injury. Maybe you can find another facility for this contest.

Rokas was one of the main reasons I left Krav Maga to begin in MMA 3 years ago and I honestly couldn't thank him enough. Seeing him place third here is a huge deal and validates his whole journey. Dude went from bullshido to giving an MMA pro a decent struggle. Congratulations to all of the participants, organizers and crew!

@robleyusuf2566

Жыл бұрын

He was good in self defence in knife because of his Aikido experience.

@michaelmartinez3893

Жыл бұрын

​@@robleyusuf2566 Agreed. Aikido was for defense against swords, knife is just a smaller version. That said, it's best to be well rounded, which he is.

@jackhughman282

Жыл бұрын

​@@robleyusuf2566 everytime he tried to use aikido throughout this series, he failed and noted it himself audibly. Don't be delusional, it isn't to your benefit.

@robleyusuf2566

Жыл бұрын

@@jackhughman282 Aikido was made for knife and sword attack. He won this because of his Aikido experience

@skepticalfox27

Жыл бұрын

@@robleyusuf2566 Yes, Aikido has played a considerable role in his success. Let's not forget however that none of it would be possible without the experience gathered from pressure testing with combat sports.

More. More. More. I can't tell you how enjoyable this series was. I learned so much. And Jesse's teaser at the end? I'm HOOKED!

@MartialArtsJourney

Жыл бұрын

Season 2 will happen if the crowdfunding will reach it's goal: www.indiegogo.com/projects/ultimate-self-defense-championship-season-2/x/19198666#/

I am so proud of Mike man. Despite being small and kind of old, dude tried hard at every event and put his best foot forward and didn't make any excuses when he lost. And it showed that smaller guys can still have a decent chance in a scrap if they have some training. Also Jeff winning the whole thing despite being the 2nd smallest guy was impressive. Dude has mad skills.

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

Mike did very good, he almost completely dominated Seth, this was one of his best performances yet.

@PHIplaytesting

Жыл бұрын

The fact that he was able to pull out a draw against the heaviest guy there is nothing to scoff at.

@brentcox2961

Жыл бұрын

@Pa Mu ehhh, I think if Seth put a little more sauce on that headkick it would have been a bad situation for Mike so I dont really see it as he dominated but he did very well.

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

@BM Drums Watch Again even though Seth was wearing protective gear mike managed to kick him effectivly in his nuts, this was one that Master Ken would be proud of

@jamesbond_and_friends

Жыл бұрын

Mike did incredibly well. He kicked the knife out of an attacker’s hand, got the furthest out of the building in ep. 3, drew with a 240lb guy, and was awesome in the zombie apocalypse

It's mind-boggling to even think how Rokas went from just an Aikido channel to an actual MMA legit self defense channel. There were a lot of people that doubted him yet here he is doing an actual show and being the reliable one at the topic of self defense. Well done Rokas your journey has truly been just that:a MARTIAL ARTS JOURNEY. Can't wait to see how far it will go or what else we're going to see from you.

@gosunflower

Жыл бұрын

Yeah Rokas did so well

I really loved the comradery and wholesome displayed between a whole bunch of martial art nerds throughout the series. Really hope we get to see a Season 2.

@MartialArtsJourney

Жыл бұрын

Season 2 will happen if the crowdfunding will reach it's financial goal: www.indiegogo.com/projects/ultimate-self-defense-championship-season-2/x/19198666#/

@adim00lah

10 ай бұрын

@@MartialArtsJourney I'm glad you guys did this! This is something I've had a lot of conversations about with guys who do sport fighting. I think mma and boxing is great, but it doesn't look like real fighting. A good wing chun classes look more like real fighting, keyword being good. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qYBlwdisZrvUoZM.html&t=

Knowing the Season 2 is confirmed, put a smile in my face. This literally made my day. Thanks for the team especially Rokas for putting this interesting and insightfull show about what we love to do... Martial Arts and Self-defense. 🙏🙏👏👏🙏🙏

Confession time… I was going to participate. But I heard the prize was just bragging rights. And since I already know I'm the best, there’s no need to prove it. 🤷‍♂️ Now you’re telling me there’s a BELT??!!! I’M COMING FOR YOU!!!! 👊

@trapperscout2046

Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see you on season 2!

@TheDanWhoSoldTheWorld

Жыл бұрын

I would love to see pure karate being shown in these challenges, it would be fascinating to watch.

@JMRVRGS

Жыл бұрын

@@TheDanWhoSoldTheWorld Same comment I'm about to write xD I can't wait to see him!

@iagomedeiros6580

Жыл бұрын

Yes! That would be very cool :)

@SubaStar24

Жыл бұрын

Lame. I hope they don’t pick you just so you have a chance for the belt. You’re not doing it for the experience.

Jeff is the official champion but everybody is a winner in this. Mayor kudos to Mike and Ramsey for being the most disadvantaged throughout ( Mike being so much smaller than everybody else and Ramsey detailed all the things he was dealing with in his videos) as well as being the oldest and doing so well against beasts like Jeff and Seth. Rokas should get a Most Improved Fighter award. He is low key a beast too. BTW Ramsey was on point as a judge so maybe he could be a judge next time. Finally, Jesse Enkamp's cameo was more epic than Marvel cameos! Awesome job Rokas!

@Aro2001

Жыл бұрын

I do like the idea of Ramsey of being a judge.

@knightveg

Жыл бұрын

Always question Mike self-defence teaching for the street, I've been in real situations where violence you have to use And a lot of the stuff what Mike says wouldn't work real life situation Fact that he doesn't encouraging cardio training and weight training is alarming Need a lot of muscle on your frame naturally built, When you're fight someone who out weight way you 140lb You need as much strength as possible to land kicks and punches

@wasabi5338

7 ай бұрын

Jeff is a monster. Him and Mike were my favorite because they are undersized, and who doesnt love underdogs lmao

This is honestly one of the best web series dedicated to martial arts I’ve ever seen. The respect, the diversity of the martial arts, the camaraderie, it’s all so important to the sports we do whether it be karate, judo, boxing, wrestling, Muay Thai, Sambo, MMA or whatever else, to Rokas, Mike, and everyone else involved, on behalf of the martial arts community I say a massive thank you

I was hoping Seth would pull off the win but what a great series. Awesome concept and it was executed perfectly.

@zoltangeiger194

Жыл бұрын

I was hoping the same :D :D

Favorite series on KZread currently

@snoopiedadawg5920

Жыл бұрын

Oh absolutely

Things i learnt watching the USDC : Sleep is good for your health. Never get caught fighting in tight spaces. Don’t fight against armed agressor(s). Don’t fight alone. Don’t date a drama queen (even on blind date), plus MJ can certainly kick your butt… Don’t take a shower in a detention facility. Use the restroom excuse if someone hit on you in inappropriate ways. Ceiling hanging zombie ambuscades can screw you over. “In theory i can kick your (beeeep) head”

@charlesdourado8292

Жыл бұрын

Real leasson right there 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

So you basically learned better stay home and play video games ?

@jeffmaesar

Жыл бұрын

@@PaMuShin no better stay home and subscribe to the contestant channels.

Rokas - I don’t know you, but I’m still VERY proud of you. You have come a LONG way since your early days of trying to get Aikido to work. Your YT channel is very-appropriately named, because you have been on quite a journey. I wish you all the best.

Regardless of the final scoreboard, all you guys are amazing for donating so much of your time and health to making this a reality. I think this series could seriously help educate A LOT of people on the reality of self defense. Making it a competition is thematically fun and made these super exciting to watch, but how much you've all done to further the discussion on what self-defense actually looks like is worth more than the belt IMO.

Glad I get to relive all this thanks 😂😂 man, what an experience

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

You did good with Jeff Chan, well done. Quite unexpected. As was the bashing you got from IcyMike.

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

Next time intimidating someone, better try a display of strength like the contenders in the Movie "Over the Top" ( Winner Takes It All (The Movie Version) -Sammy Hager ) do. Or a display of skill like in the fighting games, you know like throwing boards up and kick them in half, hit a bottle of sugar glas over your head or just pull of your bottle cap challenge. This seems to have impressed IcyMike much more.

@PaMuShin

Жыл бұрын

You wanna impress us, do what david arquette did. "You Cannot Kill David Arquette Trailer #1 (2020)"

Congratulations Rokas for producing a wonderful show. I'm happy also not only for Jeff Chan but for all who joined the USDC. I'm excited for the Season 2.

Patition for sensi Seth and icy mike to be commentators in season two

Jeff is such a badass. Seth held his own and he should be proud of that. Good job Rokas and Ramsey. Icy Mike... I was rooting for you. I think you did great man.

This was epic! My condolences to Sensei Seth for just narrowly missing the win, and congratulations to Jeff for earning the belt!

@ValleyDragon

Жыл бұрын

If the bell rang that means the fight wasn't stopped so Sensei Seth Technically still wins. And I could have sworn I saw Jeff Tap first. Did they include the Sumo Wrestling Score? Why was that not counted? And just how did Darth Vader happen to be flying around when the Death Star was blown up? Han Solo got a lucky shot on him that doesn't blow up his Tie fighter? I think it's all related.

@smitdirkj

Жыл бұрын

Wouldn't have shown good sportsmanship.

@bolz37

Жыл бұрын

Sensei Seth certainly used his physical gifts to good advantage. Great foot work also....

@martialartnerd1396

Жыл бұрын

As a Karate practioner, I was really hopping Seth would Win !!!! But as a Judo practitioner too, when I saw how it went on the ground, and the arm lock (juji gate), I understood it was lost for Seth !🥲 Good Job Jeff ! But Good Job too Seth ! Karate is not dead !!!!

@cruxmind

9 ай бұрын

@@ValleyDragon remember, they were also making decisions based on "if you did that for 10 more seconds..." so in that logic, it was definitely a win for Jeff.

Straight up better than anything on TV. I could watch this for ever just crazy wild scenarios and expert martial artists going at it. But the camaraderie and friendly attitude definitely make it more than some shitty reality show. If there's a new cast next season I hope they have the same sense of friendship and respect.

@MartialArtsJourney

Жыл бұрын

We are doing our best to get together competent but great guys

@mrarmaggedon31415926

Жыл бұрын

@@MartialArtsJourney I just saw Ranton's going to be on and Jessie. I already know S2 is going to be amazing.

@jofferbathan9401

Жыл бұрын

Will Fightips participate?

Ah man... this is one of the few times I avoided the comment section and recommended tab so I wouldnt be spoiled. What an amazing journey! You guys deserve all the praise in these comments! Also that end credits scene was Avengers level! 😂

Making Ramsey Dewey a judge on this one was and excellent way to honour him after he got too injured to compete anymore. Nicely done!

Hey everyone! Season 1 of USDC was a blast and I am happy to announce that season 2 has been confirmed, with a new line of participants including a UFC fighter, Jesse Enkamp (Karate Nerd), Ranton (Shaolin disciple), Jordan Teaches BJJ, a pro basketball player and Jeff Chan will be making a return. But there is a catch. Season 2 has to be filmed much earlier than expected, since the whole facility is going to be demolished at the end of the year, and the only way to get enough finances by then is a crowdfunder. So if you want to make season 2 a reality, consider supporting the crowdfunder here: www.indiegogo.com/projects/ultimate-self-defense-championship-season-2/x/19198666#/

@gushlergushler

Жыл бұрын

RANTONNNNNI

@tomo2807

Жыл бұрын

You bet I am going to help fund it! What a line up for s2 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@leonardobleda6699

Жыл бұрын

Why a basketball player? That's like putting a soccer player in a golf tournament

@haroonmoulana988

Жыл бұрын

Rantoniiiii!!! but also, why is the facility being demolished?

@staysafemartialarts

Жыл бұрын

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

That last round proves that being an experienced fighter can really help in a self defense situation where there are no weapons. The arm bar and arm triangle finishes were epic!

@itpugil

Жыл бұрын

I second that!

@partya11night20

Жыл бұрын

2 great strats. Big guy realises that fancy kicks aren't as good as slam into something and pound. A legit strat. Little pro just opens his tool box and picks the right tool for the job. A pro strat.

@derekvandenburg6689

Жыл бұрын

Without the safety gear would Jeff Chan been awake to use the arm bar? This really proves very little. None of the participants were allowed to end a challenge with strikes.

@itpugil

Жыл бұрын

@@derekvandenburg6689 at close range especially on the clinch, KO punches are hard to generate. Plus he's good at that range and he moves alot. Without safety gear, either one of them can poke each other's eyes out, without safety gear he could pull that armbar quicker, without safety gear either one of them can knee each other in the nuts, so it doesn't matter. End of the day he won, and the "without gear" argument can only be speculated. If we're talking about weapons and stuff none of them would be awake, but again, its just speculation. Some of them proved that they can get things done in special situations.

@gosunflower

Жыл бұрын

seems like armbar techniques in a confined space with no weapons are pretty OP

Rokas, thank you for making this. Just like Mike said, nothing like this has been done before. I truly believe that this show is not only good for entertainment, but also good for martial arts as a whole. You've captured lightning in a bottle, and i can not wait to see what you have in store for us next!

Rokas really surprised me. I had no idea he was so tough. Every single fight he was in, the concensus was 'he did better than I thought he would.' I guess that's the definition of the proverb, 'speak softly, but carry a big stick.' Kudos for being bad ass and being really humble about it.

@MartialArtsJourney

11 ай бұрын

Thanks

Mike even being smaller is a menace. He is just cold enough to capitalize on being dirty and fast. If he was bigger the dude was to be contained like a juggernaut.

I cannot express how much respect for all the participants this provokes and how much Rokas is cracked by coming up with this concept and carrying it on. An amazing experience, this show needs to happen again, it was entertaining, wholesome and interesting to watch. Way to do Also the belt is cool but Icy Mike kicked a knife out of someone's hand and scored the nut shot, I think we all know who the true winner is

@1individeo

Жыл бұрын

"Icy" what you mean, but the real winner here is Rokas

Rokas, my guy, this was one of the most, if not THE most enjoyable thing, i ever saw on youtube. The effort and commitment you had on bringing us this, is flatout unbelievable. I am speechless. As an editor (did it as work a few years ago) as well as a martial artist. You did an awesome job, from start to finish. Take you're time with the next season, don't rush it. You got this :) Love and best regards from Germany!

@kazzykaioken8873

Жыл бұрын

Yep in the very first episode the editing was abit too quick abd i had to pause to see the scoreboard or their stats properly but it was still great and then from episode 2 the editing improved alot and was like a real reality tv show

I was rooting for you Ramsey! But I’d rather see you healthy than victorious. Thanks to everyone who was a part of it. Some of the best content I’ve seen in a long time

I literally yelled in joy when Jessie closed the laptop!! I can not WAIT for season 2! I hate reality shows with a passion, but every week by Thursday would start anticipating the next episode of this. It truly captures the real friendship and competitive dynamic I remember when I was part of a dojo. It's really a beautiful thing.

Dude, I am immeasurably excited to know that season 2 is happening! I've said this repeatedly since episode 2 of this season, this is the best event I've ever seen on KZread, by a very wide margin. I'm proud of all of the competitors, but Rokas in particular really earned everyone's respect by bringing home the bronze medal despite having been written off by the early poll results. Jeff Chan is a beast, Sensei Seth is fantastic, and Icy Mike is the most entertaining man in the self-defense community. I am bummed that Ramsay and Matt were unable to finish the competition, but they both proved their toughness and expertise throughout the challenge. I hope everyone heals up and continues to bring us top-tier content, and you all have found a fan for life in me, and undoubtedly many others.

This was awesome. These guys are all deserving of massive respect for this Mike is right, learning your limitations is a massive element in growth. Jeff Chan is a BEAST.

I'm overwhelmed by the number of things I want to say about this, so I'll swallow the essay building and just say: holy shit, amazing job by everyone involved, CLUTCH finish by Jeff Chan, one of the best things I've seen on KZread or anywhere. This IS martial arts. This is what it's about. All of it, from the zany challenges to the humbling moments to the forging of camaraderie in the crucible of effort. I'm *emotional* about the announcement of season two - what a ride that's going to be! What a ride this was! Thank you so much for putting this energy into the world.

What an amazing series, every episode was an absolute blast! AND A SECOND SEASON WITH JESSE AND RANTON, WHAT?!?!

@ValleyDragon

Жыл бұрын

Does this mean no Commander Dale Brown and no Master Wong?

@Tamales21

Жыл бұрын

I am so pissed we aren't getting Master Wong. He would be much more entertaining than Jesse or Wonder boy.

@DumbFroggg

Жыл бұрын

We can hope...@@ValleyDragon

@DumbFroggg

Жыл бұрын

@@Tamales21 Season 3...?

@bolz37

Жыл бұрын

I think people forget that Jesse is an Olympic athlete (I believe) , perhaps the UFC fighter will be his brother.

This is an amazing series, I'm glad to hear a part 2 is coming. I know we had one person crowned winner (no spoiler comment here), but everyone put themselves out there to test how good they were and that's an honor in itself

1. It's awesome how much training sumo helped Seth in this competition. 2. I learned so much from this series. So many things that i was taught in isshinryu now make sense. So many small things my sensei told us. So many things that i didn't pay much attention to. Those things now make sense.

Rokas, that armbar was rad! Your grappling is on point, mata leao, armbar, heavy top controll, guard work. I was rooting for you! Congrats!!!

In self defense, the real winners are the friends made along the way. I'm pumped for season 2!!

Can’t wait to see who you guys can get in for a second season. This format has alot of potential! Good work through it all

@michaelmartinez3893

Жыл бұрын

There's some names in Rokas original post above 😊

@charlesdourado8292

Жыл бұрын

Joe Valtelini, Gabriel Varga and Shane Fazen are some good names for a season 2

@wolfhawk1999

Жыл бұрын

​@@charlesdourado8292that would be the most violent season ever

We need a second season with Matt and other self defense specialists. He was not the best fighter, but self defense wise he was the smartest and made the best choices.

Found this in a random reccomendation, really pleased I took the time to watch it. Looking forward to the next season :) . Great work everyone who organised the event, and the participants too

This was - legit - the BEST THING ON THE INTERNET EVER. This NEEDS to become a regular thing. Loved every moment of it. ❤ But can somebody please tell me, what I am supposed to be doing with my Sundays until Season 2 comes out? 🤔

@1N2345

Жыл бұрын

Open mats! 😁

@redmetalpanda9051

Жыл бұрын

Uh.. gardening, scrapbooking or crochet I guess?

All you dudes are champions to me. This is the best video series on KZread by a country mile.

This was the best thing ever to happen to Martial Arts KZread. Rokas I'm so happy that you were able to pull this off!

This is such a good example that friendly intense competition can be super entertaining, instead of bullshit unnecessary drama inserted into reality shows like The Ultimate Fighter.

Jeff is an absolute beast but is so humble and gracious in victory too. A big congrats on your win. The whole season has been one of the most entertaining things on KZread and I'm looking forward to season 2!

Amazing job, Rokas. The production value, editing, spirit, and physical prowess thats been displayed during this series is incredible, and I think you'd be able to sell the series to a big network if you can't raise the money for S2 in time. Sensei Seth is the guy who got me into this space, but watching your journey from Aikido to here has been something truly incredible, and I can't tell you how proud I am.

@Rashomon69

Жыл бұрын

100% THIS!

Icy Mike and Matt where the underdogs, which made people root for them a bit harder.... BUT its understandable that Rokas got upset by people disbelief in his skills, tho he downplays them VICIOUSLY!!!I actually learned A LOT from this series and can't thank you guys enough!

Icy mike is the kinda guy everyone wants as a friend and needs as a friend. All the personalities meshed together in such a entertainingly beautiful way.

can't wait for Season 02

Jeff Chan is legit man Such a nice dude but also a killer Congrats to him and everyone for such an entertaining series

Having watched all these episodes I leave with almost the same opinion I entered. Mike is ABSOLUTELY the most knowledgeable and trained in self defense. He just doesn’t have the body to fight competitively anymore

For what it's worth Rokas I had faith you would finish top 3 or 4. You've got the mindset for this, you should be super proud of your performance, as should everyone else.

I just want to say, this has been an amazing ride and I'm so glad it's not over. Thank you to the team who brought it, the refs, the participants, the camera crews. The people who came up with these challenges, all of it.

Thanks a lot, guys, for making it happen ❤❤❤ Will definitely support your crowdfunding. Congratulations to Jeff 🎉 That was so new, interesting and honest, everybody who was preparing and producing the event - big thanks!!!

this was so silly and I loved it it's like acting out the conversations we'd have as kids, real "dudes rock" energy

I don’t ever write on KZread. But I can’t stay silent this time. This series has been one of the most profound things I have ever watched. As a long time martial artist, I was already subscribed to half of the contestants. I’ve subscribed to them all now. I’ve never laughed so hard, or been so close to tears or so on the edge of my seat as when I was watching you guys go through this ordeal. This needs to be an ongoing series. It has reinforced some of my long held self defence theories and shattered others. I believe that everyone who has watched this and understood it has grown along with each of you in this experience. You guys are true legends and I look forward to more content from all of you.

Such a cool series, Rokas, and I'm happy for Jeff Chan and all the contestants. I wish everyone, specially Ramsey, a great recovery. I also feel very excited for season 2 current roster, looking forward to Jesse Enkamp (as well as Oliver??) and Ranton's appereances. Thank you for all of your efforts into making this contest possible, kudos to y'all!

Those last armbars were just absolute freaking beauties. Legit made my week

DUDDEEE!! That Ending couldnt have been more cinematic!! I really felt bad for Seth losing it in the last second. But Congratulations to Jeff, he deserved it!!

Introducing Bruce Lee Boxing Gloves was THE DOPEST IDEA for the Finale!! Man what a journey!! 🙏

Thanks Rokas for making it happen, this was awesome, I feel like i'm gonna rewatch everything

@MartialArtsJourney

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Thanks! Me too 😁

I'm so sad Seth didn't win. He was so close! But at the same time Jeff did great and earned that belt. It also makes perfect sense that a young, fit, MMA fighter would win. Let's go season 2! Great job guys!

Jeff deserved this win 100 % best all-rounded martial artist of this group.

Damn I was checking when the final episode was dropping and within a minute here it is. So excited!

@HeartlessKnave

Жыл бұрын

Pro tip, Notifications

YES! JESSE ENCAMP gonna be in season 2!?!?!?!?

@MartialArtsJourney

Жыл бұрын

Yup

AMAZING job everyone!!! and Jesse Enkamp at the end saying "now I'm coming for you" WOW!! Epic! GOOSEBUMPS! Greetings from Argentina

12:23 damn that overhand was a great punch from Mike

Rokas great job man! I was very surprised by the skills you showed during this series, you have grown so much since your journey began!

@MartialArtsJourney

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Thanks!

Jeff chan's double leg is like that one move in a videogame that you can't block

Going beyond the limitations of life is what I call this journey

Amazing submission, when I watched the video I thought Sensei Seth was going to win for a moment! Congratulations 🎉🙌

Woooow! Hahaha, Jesse Enkamp at the end! Would he stand a chance? Look forward to finding out!!! :D Great job Rokas! You guys all rock! And congrats to everyone, you all deserve a medal!

Can’t wait for more of this kind of videos hope there is a season 2

@MartialArtsJourney

Жыл бұрын

Season 2 is confirmed with Jesse Enkamp, Ranton, Jordan Teaches Jiu Jitsu, a UFC fighter and a basketball player. But if season 2 will happen entirely depends on the crowdfunding which you can find here: www.indiegogo.com/projects/ultimate-self-defense-championship-season-2#/

@crayonjambe7515

Жыл бұрын

​@@MartialArtsJourney it would be awesome if you guys could get shane fazen on it! Regardless, i have the upmost confidence y'all will deliver quality content

@rohitchaoji

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@@MartialArtsJourney "a UFC fighter" - would that be Wonderboy by any chance? Edit: Okay, I saw who it is in the Indiegogo link and it's not Wonderboy.

@PaMuShin

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@@rohitchaoji Yeah, have a look at "NATAN LEVY HIGHLIGHTS" first thing i though he gets slaughtered by Jeff Chan then i noticed well Jeff is more strong in Stand Up fighting while this guy seems to be pretty dangerous on the ground.

You should consider adding a bonus episode in the future where you all talk in a round-table discussion about what worked and what didn't. I know a lot of these guys are doing it on their own channels but it would be a nice wrap up to see what the other guys thought about Jeff Chan winning and what put him over the edge, what the other guys wish they had done differently, and what this information may mean for the viewer

great series, thank you!

Rokas... the whole team... I absolutely loved this and learned so much. Well done. Thank you. God bless you guys and your wife too :)

I'd love to see this take off, become a regular competition with people actively training for this kind of madness. Great job everybody!

This was a literal journey. THANK YOU

Aw man, what an amazing season! This was such a great concept and so well executed. Can't wait for season 2! Huge props to all of the competitors for stepping up and putting their bodies and reputations on the line

This was great Rokas. Thanks so much for putting this together. Hopefully season 2 will be a reality.

Thank you for making this a reality. I don't know you really but I still feel fucking proud of you, man.

The fact that you ended up third is, to me, the real highlight :). But I loved everything about this series :D

This was so cool Rokas and crew, thank you guys 🙏

I was always rooting for Jeff, my heart almost fell out of my chest when Seth sprawled, GOD DAMN! But I am also really sad because of Mike, he kinda deserved to win

@favkisnexerade

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I'm sure if they'd have scenarios with tactics, strategy and handguns he'd probably win :D

@wartenimfall8078

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@@favkisnexerade yeah probably

@PaMuShin

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For the fact that these guys seem to have ignored rokas videos on the preparation of the USDC and were completely unprepared they gave a pretty nice show. Mike made up at the last video, this showed that he could have performed a lot better if he had wanted to.

Such a great show, with really important information in it, can't wait for the next season. Good job to all the contestants, who fought tooth and nail for it, they could all be worthy winners. And good call on Ramsey's part in calling out, even if it must have really sucked for him. Mad respect.

that final arm lock was just such a play, i really couldn't believe that this entire series ended with such an iconic move. deep inside i knew that Jeff would win but the way he won was still a surprise. we REALLY need a second season, the variations of martial arts and the way they come into play is wild.

What a journey. Congratulations Rokas, you have started something great. Cannot wait for season 2

Man I love Jeff, he's so inspiring to watch. The smaller guys did great despite a lot of the situations favoring the bigger guys

I LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF THIS! and the twist about a season 2 coming soon is awesome, can't be happier that the building is getting demolished, more for us. Rokas, you're an awesome human being, never change, buddy.

Dang seth and rokas did wonderfully. Im not surprised jeff won and and he earned it, honestly

Excellent series, thanks for the work