This topic has 25 replies, 18 voices, and was last updated 11 years, 1 month ago by kmky. Krav Maga teaches striking techniques like punches, kicks, knees, and elbows. Krav Maga. Krav maga was created in the late 50 by an Israeli Imi Lichtenfeld from a background in fighting, boxing, and wrestling. Krav Maga vs. BJJ can be broken down into further detail by examining what they are used for and how they are used. BJJ. Member. Home › Forums › Krav Maga Worldwide Forums › General KM Related Topics › BJJ Vs KM. It was developed to help protect the Jewish population from fascists before World War II.

Viewing 15 posts - 1 through 15 (of 26 total) 1 2 → Author. While both BJJ and Krav Maga have roots in traditional martial arts forms, neither necessarily adheres to the methods or ceremonial practices that we think of with martial arts. The problem with the debate is simple. Krav Maga was created with a very practical purpose in mind: for protection. Pros. The reason could be best described with one of my earlier experiences as an instructor. Krav Maga is based on real-world fighting where the only “rule” is to take care of yourself and survive. It doesn’t really matter. This was already decided in UFC 1 and subsequent MMA contests. So, before choosing Krav Maga or BJJ, consider the type of training that’s best for you. And so, the debate on Krav Maga vs. BJJ continues on as supporters claim superiority for one martial art over the other. The bottom line when looking at Krav Maga vs Jiu Jitsu is effectiveness. March 20, 2009 at 1:42 am #31935. hemibuck.

It does not belong in the ring. They are both good arts for self defense, but it ultimately comes down to how they are trained and with what mindset.

This comes with its advantages. Stop Analyzing & Just Get Started.

Krav Maga is a combative system, not a sport; nothing is competition-legal. BJJ is great for tournaments, an excellent complement to a strike-only fighting style, and has some definite self-defense benefits when confronted with a single attacker. I’ve trained in both Krav Maga and BJJ. Krav Maga is a self-defense system that was never intended to be a “combat sport.” Its original purpose was to train soldiers to fight on a battlefield. Posts. The difference between bjj and Krav maga .