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MAX Master Series: Sambo MMA Leg Attacks � Scott SonnonReview by Stephen Koepfer”When it comes to Sambo and those interested in learning more about the style, the first question people generally ask is �Where can I learn Sambo leg locks?�Noted Sambo player and RMAX founder Scott Sonnon has answered this call with his new DVD Sambo MMA Leg Attacks. In this well produced and organized DVD, Sonnon presents a recent seminar in which the topic of leg attacks is meticulously addressed.This instructional presents a methodical and didactic progression starting with basic leg attack concepts and conditioning drills, all the way through to more advanced techniques and submissions. Sonnon is very clear to distinguish between the sport nature of the material he presents and the relevance, or non-relevance, to self-defense.There is a pervasive myth about leg attacks in MMA that supports the notion of leg locks being unworthy of inclusion in MMA due to the possibility of position loss during a fight. Sonnon clearly addresses this concern and spends ample time on obtaining proper leg and hip control, before submission, in order to solidify strong and safe position during an MMA encounter. He stresses the notion that for leg attacks, like all submissions, it is position and control that are the priority�not the particular finishing move. The end result demonstrates what I have always believed: that leg attacks are not what give up position, but POOR leg attacks are what give up position�as any poor submission attempt would.Sonnon does not present any material too advanced for beginning grapplers. However, the conceptual and technical content of the DVD should be appealing to advanced grapplers as well…particularly those with limited leg attack experience.Common criticisms of Sonnon�s past instructional projects have often focused on his use of scientific language that may not be meaningful to the average student not training in RMAX concepts. In this DVD I found no such concern. The material is clearly presented in an understandable manner.The added bonus of a second DVD focusing on Judo and Boxing is a nice added touch. However, it is the leg attack DVD that makes this instructional worth purchasing.