Straight Blast Gym DVDs

**1point2** · Posted On: 8/26/2009 4:28pm

So I'm thinking of burning some cash on some Straight Blast Gym (SBGi) material. I didn't see any recommendations using the search function except http://devballs5.bullshido.net/forum...t=17097&page=2

Now, considering that I really appreciate Matt Thornton and all the other instructors' philosophy, way of explaining or grouping ideas/principles/techniques, as well as their approach to clinch, ground, and striking within the context of MMA...

What should I get? http://www.straightblastgym.com/store.htm

They're wildly expensive for a full set, so I want to choose carefully. If I don't get a solid recommendation for a specific disc or 2, I probably won't get any of them. In case you haven't heard, there's a recession.

Aaaaaaand....go!

**permahudef** · Posted On: 8/27/2009 11:49am

What specifically are you looking for?

Are you an instructor of Judo, MT, BJJ?

**1point2** · Posted On: 8/27/2009 12:18pm

I'm specifically looking for recommendations on which is the best SBGi video. For me. Read my mind, damn you!

The instructor tag refers to my days as a karate instructor, to wit, "ex-Isshinryu."

**snowman** · Posted On: 8/27/2009 12:21pm

Functional JKD 3 is a good set

**1point2** · Posted On: 8/27/2009 12:33pm

That one stood out to me too.

**permahudef** · Posted On: 8/27/2009 12:45pm

If I were to buy a set, I'd go with Spring Camp '07.
Wide variety of techniques covered, logically the most up-to-date (Matt Thornton updates his curriculum constantly).
But really, I can't make a suggestion for you, as my telepathic abilities are suxxxor atm.

**pmosiun** · Posted On: 8/28/2009 4:16am

What do you want out of the dvds? Better at the clinch, stand-up or ground? Aliveness?

**1point2** · Posted On: 8/28/2009 8:57am

I want clinch surfing, guard surfing, fundamental fives, aliveness theory (like the string of Youtube videos), MMA methodology/integration of striking and grappling, and any SBGi-emphasized or SBGi-specific drills. I'd prefer material that relates to clinch and ground with striking.