A grappling martial art practiced without the traditional uniform, this combat discipline emphasizes submissions, control, and positional dominance. Practitioners rely on grips directly on the opponent’s body to execute techniques. For example, instead of gripping a lapel or sleeve, one might secure an arm, leg, or the back of the neck.
This variation offers benefits such as a faster pace and a greater emphasis on wrestling and transitional movements. The absence of the traditional uniform removes a common set of grips, leading to a more dynamic and improvisational style of grappling. Historically, this format developed as a training method for mixed martial arts and as a practical self-defense skill.
