Kumite988 Posted April 7, 2004 Share Posted April 7, 2004 Hi, I haven't been here a while but anyway... I missed out on going out for HS wrestling and a definitely regret it. I really think I wanted some good 1 on 1 sport competition that was nice and challenging. So my question is would looking into BJJ be a similar subsitute to HS wrestling? I'm really only interested in sport/competition aspect of BJJ..BTW I am also currently learning Karate full time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolverineGuy Posted April 7, 2004 Share Posted April 7, 2004 Kind of...but there are no submissions in HS wrestling. Plus, being pinned is of no concern in BJJ. I dunno, if you're looking for one on one competition, then go for it. If you're looking for something similar to wrestling...well, its two guys rolling around on the floor. That's where the similarities end. Wolverine1st Dan - Kalkinodo"Shut up brain, or I'll stab you with a q-tip""There is no spoon." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reklats Posted April 8, 2004 Share Posted April 8, 2004 There are some similarities. My double leg takedown has helped me a lot in bjj. It's definately good 1 on 1 competition if that's what you're looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Warlock Posted April 9, 2004 Share Posted April 9, 2004 Wrestling courses and clubs are often found at community colleges and universities. Check around. You might get lucky. "When you are able to take the keys from my hand, you will be ready to drive." - Shaolin DMV TestIntro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotochem Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Hi, I haven't been here a while but anyway... I missed out on going out for HS wrestling and a definitely regret it. I really think I wanted some good 1 on 1 sport competition that was nice and challenging. So my question is would looking into BJJ be a similar subsitute to HS wrestling? I'm really only interested in sport/competition aspect of BJJ..BTW I am also currently learning Karate full time. As a shotokan guy who has taken HS wrestling I can tell you its not the same. The BJJ, Aki & Aikido guys will own you once you get completely on the ground. I have found that my wrestling experience has helped with my positioning and balance where as I do not get swept very often and I am very difficult to take down from the clinch. When I tried to out grapple the grapplers I lasted longer than the other Shoto guys but once the triangle choke is applied just tap out. On a funny note I was being a wise * and put him in a cross arm bar which I had previously thought was escape proof. Wrong!!! he bit me on the toe, promptly rolled me over and into the choke !!!! Lesson learned.... Pain is only temporary, the memory of that pain lasts a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sorynn Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 On a funny note I was being a wise * and put him in a cross arm bar which I had previously thought was escape proof. Wrong!!! he bit me on the toe, promptly rolled me over and into the choke !!!! He bit you on the toe?!? Did Mike Tyson start taking jujitsu? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotochem Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 On a funny note I was being a wise * and put him in a cross arm bar which I had previously thought was escape proof. Wrong!!! he bit me on the toe, promptly rolled me over and into the choke !!!! He bit you on the toe?!? Did Mike Tyson start taking jujitsu? Well, it was lunchtime....... He was just busting my chops and showing me that when you think you have somebody don't take it for granted. Pain is only temporary, the memory of that pain lasts a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reklats Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 I'll have to take another look at the honor code... if someone bites you I'm pretty sure you're allowed to break their arm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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