App review
Positives: lots of data, good information, well organized.
Negatives: "close-up" easy to follow information is something one would expect from a paid app. Only one section provides this. I can look up YouTube videos up on my own for free.
Overall, not worth paying the app fee.
Negatives: "close-up" easy to follow information is something one would expect from a paid app. Only one section provides this. I can look up YouTube videos up on my own for free.
Overall, not worth paying the app fee.
Response from developer
We are sorry that the app didn't meet your expectations.
Decent videos --updated review
VIEWED AGAIN FOR REVIEW (most recent)
very clear videos of wristlocks --- DEFINITELY WORTH the purchase price --a very good deal! . I do recommend getting a grappling dummy for practice though if you are not in a dojo, so that you can automatically program that skill set into your neurology.
Because it is a skill, just like typing or playing the guitar or a sport, you won't get the necessary precision without practice.
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I just views the videos again and I definitely recommend them.. Roy Dean does provide close ups of the techniques at different angles several times...so you can see EXACTLY what he is doing to apply pressure and force to the wrist and elbow to gain control of the opponent.
Actually they are decent videos ..some are better than others but it will help to gain a greater understanding of the mechanics for this type of martial art. But the reality is all the theory won't help you unless you get some kind of practice , either with a real person or a grappling dummy .... It's such a specialized art when it comes to gaining control of the wrist and arm, this skill can only be effectively learned through constant practice.
His video about getting out of the line of attack is very good with explaining and visuals ....after reviewing the videos more I am giving it a better review ...they are good videos to get an understanding of how techniques work but only as a supplement which cannot be substituted for practice...there are some techniques you can practice on your own , such as getting out of the line of attack
very clear videos of wristlocks --- DEFINITELY WORTH the purchase price --a very good deal! . I do recommend getting a grappling dummy for practice though if you are not in a dojo, so that you can automatically program that skill set into your neurology.
Because it is a skill, just like typing or playing the guitar or a sport, you won't get the necessary precision without practice.
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I just views the videos again and I definitely recommend them.. Roy Dean does provide close ups of the techniques at different angles several times...so you can see EXACTLY what he is doing to apply pressure and force to the wrist and elbow to gain control of the opponent.
Actually they are decent videos ..some are better than others but it will help to gain a greater understanding of the mechanics for this type of martial art. But the reality is all the theory won't help you unless you get some kind of practice , either with a real person or a grappling dummy .... It's such a specialized art when it comes to gaining control of the wrist and arm, this skill can only be effectively learned through constant practice.
His video about getting out of the line of attack is very good with explaining and visuals ....after reviewing the videos more I am giving it a better review ...they are good videos to get an understanding of how techniques work but only as a supplement which cannot be substituted for practice...there are some techniques you can practice on your own , such as getting out of the line of attack
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Response from developer
Thanks a lot for such a detailed review. It feels great when people use the app and share their views. More Power To You.
Method of teaching is great!
For me, it's a great app. I practice Aikido but seeing the corelation, I now appreciate BJJ more than I did before.
Response from developer
Thanks! We are glad that it's helpful for you.
Wristlock !!!! :-)
OK, I know what you're thinking: this is a bit old school !
However, for those of us with a traditional background.....who have embraced the revolution of MMA and BJJ......or even understand the threat potential of baddies training this stuff., this app is great !
It's interesting, fun to watch and actually you can learn how to do this stuff......(you do need a willing partner preferably who can breakfall......so best to buy the Roy Dean Blue Belt App too ) ........
You can be wrsit locking like an expertt in no time !
Well produced, easy to use.....this app is worth the cash.
And to reiterate; I am not a student, friend or relative of Roy....I just took a chance on the app ......
However, for those of us with a traditional background.....who have embraced the revolution of MMA and BJJ......or even understand the threat potential of baddies training this stuff., this app is great !
It's interesting, fun to watch and actually you can learn how to do this stuff......(you do need a willing partner preferably who can breakfall......so best to buy the Roy Dean Blue Belt App too ) ........
You can be wrsit locking like an expertt in no time !
Well produced, easy to use.....this app is worth the cash.
And to reiterate; I am not a student, friend or relative of Roy....I just took a chance on the app ......
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Great Content, but I have suggestions
Roy Dean is an amazing jiu jitsu practitioner and instructor, straight up. His method for explaining moves are VERY clear and concise, and I highly recommend this as well as his other items like the Blue Belt and Purple Belt videos.
The criticism I have is that the iphone app is just a simple port of the videos to the iphone with no consideration given to the form factor and user experience on a small screen.
There's a huge opportunity on the iOS devices to really think out of the box and do something innovative, and I hope to see this app turn into something more eventually, but as a convenient way to watch RD's videos, I cant complain at all.
One other thing is that with the smaller screen, I think the videos need to be changed (dare I say.. re shot?) in some instances to provide close ups, especially when dealing with the small movements required for wrist locks.
Overall, this is great value, and I recommend it.
The criticism I have is that the iphone app is just a simple port of the videos to the iphone with no consideration given to the form factor and user experience on a small screen.
There's a huge opportunity on the iOS devices to really think out of the box and do something innovative, and I hope to see this app turn into something more eventually, but as a convenient way to watch RD's videos, I cant complain at all.
One other thing is that with the smaller screen, I think the videos need to be changed (dare I say.. re shot?) in some instances to provide close ups, especially when dealing with the small movements required for wrist locks.
Overall, this is great value, and I recommend it.
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Response from developer
Noted! Thanks for your suggestions we will work on it.
Okay app, but not worth $25
Tons of great techniques, but no close-ups of them. You can sort of see what he's doing and he's fairly descriptive, but not much help if you are a visual learner. In retrospect, I'd have paid about $5 for this app as is, or $10 with close-ups. Pretty over-priced, but I wasn't bent out of shape about it as it does offer decent quality video and tons if techniques. Add close-ups and drop the price $15 and I'll give 5 stars.
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Response from developer
We're sorry that you didn't like the app as much. We will try to incorporate your review in the new versions of the App.
