[ghiotion]

It's a really interesting question. Jiu-jitsu unquestionably works in "uncontrolled" environments. I'd wager large money that if more police officers trained in grappling and submission techniques there'd be far fewer shootings.

I don't have specific experience with Krav per se, but the self-defense I learned getting my Karate BB was kravesque. Krav is fine, but I think of it a little like crossfit; it's mostly a marketing thing. In my estimation, krav can be great for self-defense. But anything where you focus on one or two practical defense moves is great for self-defense. Get good at one or two things and drill it 10,000 times.

[rm_-rf_slash]

Not to derail, but the #1 reason cops reach for their weapons is because they fear a suspect has a weapon. Its a split-second, life-or-death choice. No amount of martial arts training will change that.

[Diamons]

Yes but BJJ instills confidence in you and your ability to handle a close range encounter.

[michaelt]

I once saw a video of some experienced fighters practising some technique on an instructor who had a training knife they don't know about.

With all the excitement and adrenaline, not only did every single student get 'stabbed' - many of them didn't notice until the exercise was over and the instructor pointed out the 'stab wounds'.

I'm not sure there's any amount of BJJ that would make me confident to grapple a guy who could have a concealed knife.

[ghiotion]

Yeah, I think that's exactly right. And it's hard to reach for a weapon when you can't move your arms.

[OneOneOneOne]

Not sure grappling is a great idea with a gun on your hip.