Here's a topic I took from Raffi's forum and changed the bend a little.
Just what is the stereotypical jujitsu ka look like? Or grappler for that matter. Just what is the best "look" for a newaza person?
I've seen some good people and they all look pretty good, but it never ceases to amaze me that it is the one's who don't look like they know anything that usually are the one's to be careful with. Joe Pomfret sensei comes to mind. He's a small guy who does not look too intimidating, but watch him randori or spar in karate and you are simply amazed.
Watching an old tape of Mifune sensei (10th dan Judo) and you'd be just as amazed at what a small, old Japanese guy can do to us big strong gaijin. My jaw just drops to the floor each and every time.
What do you guys think?
mike