STEVEN SEAGAL teaches ALEX PEREIRA techniques to use in MMA fights
In a surprising collaboration, UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira trained with Hollywood action star and Aikido master Steven Seagal ahead of his title defense at UFC 300. The training session, captured in a video titled “STEVEN SEAGAL ensina ALEX PEREIRA técnicas para usar no MMA” , showcases Seagal imparting his unique martial arts techniques to Pereira.(Sportskeeda, YouTube)
Seagal, a 7th Dan black belt in Aikido, has previously claimed to have influenced the fighting styles of UFC legends like Anderson Silva and Lyoto Machida. In this session, he demonstrated techniques focusing on minimal effort for maximum impact, including alternative blocking methods and redirection strategies. These techniques, while unconventional in modern MMA, aim to enhance Pereira’s defensive and counter-attacking skills.(Sportskeeda, Ringside Intel)
Pereira found the experience enriching, stating that training with Seagal “opened the mind a little bit” and was beneficial in sharing and trading ideas . He compared the session to his previous training with Anderson Silva, noting that he was able to incorporate several tips from both martial artists into his own game.(Calfkicker.com)
While some fans have expressed skepticism about the practicality of Seagal’s techniques in high-level MMA (Sportskeeda), Pereira’s openness to diverse training methods highlights his commitment to evolving as a fighter. The collaboration underscores the intersection of traditional martial arts and contemporary combat sports, offering a unique perspective on training methodologies.
For a visual insight into their training session, you can watch the full video here:
