Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
This is a simple but highly effective example of MMA pressure striking taken from the new instructional:
“MMA Pressure Striking for Fighters – The Higher Level Counter System” with James Doolan
In this video, James breaks down how to apply intelligent forward pressure to draw the jab from your opponent, before countering with clean, powerful punches.
This is exactly how elite fighters create openings—not by waiting, but by forcing reactions and capitalising on them.
🥊 Train Like Elite MMA Fighters
James Doolan is the head coach of Higher Level MMA in Scotland, one of the UK’s most successful MMA gyms, producing fighters who have competed at the highest levels including the UFC, Bellator and Cage Warriors.
His systemised approach to MMA has helped develop multiple world-class athletes, with a strong focus on phase-based attacks, pressure fighting and real fight application.
📚 Full Instructional Available Now
This video is just a small example from the full volume:
👉 MMA Pressure Striking for Fighters – The Higher Level Counter System
Inside the full instructional, you’ll learn:
The complete pressure striking counter system
How to build second phase attacks
Setting up and countering with body shots
Using outside & inside calf kicks effectively
Fight-finishing knees in MMA exchanges
This is a complete MMA striking system designed for fighters, not just pad work.
🔗 Get the Full Volume Here:
👉 warriorcollective.co.uk
(Available on desktop + Warrior Collective App)
🏆 About Higher Level MMA
Higher Level MMA is based in Whitburn, Scotland and has produced multiple UFC fighters and champions across international promotions.
The gym is known for developing fighters through a complete MMA system, blending striking, wrestling and grappling into one cohesive approach.
📲 Follow James and Higher Level MMA for More MMA Coaching Content
YouTube: @jamesdoolan23 @HIGHERLEVELMMAPODCAST
Instagram: @higherlevelmma
Facebook: facebook.com/higherlevelmma
#mmastriking #mmatraining #fightiq #higherlevelmma #warriorcollective
This is a simple but highly effective example of MMA pressure striking taken from the new instructional:
“MMA Pressure Striking for Fighters – The Higher Level Counter System” with James Doolan
In this video, James breaks down how to apply intelligent forward pressure to draw the jab from your opponent, before countering with clean, powerful punches.
This is exactly how elite fighters create openings—not by waiting, but by forcing reactions and capitalising on them.
🥊 Train Like Elite MMA Fighters
James Doolan is the head coach of Higher Level MMA in Scotland, one of the UK’s most successful MMA gyms, producing fighters who have competed at the highest levels including the UFC, Bellator and Cage Warriors.
His systemised approach to MMA has helped develop multiple world-class athletes, with a strong focus on phase-based attacks, pressure fighting and real fight application.
📚 Full Instructional Available Now
This video is just a small example from the full volume:
👉 MMA Pressure Striking for Fighters – The Higher Level Counter System
Inside the full instructional, you’ll learn:
The complete pressure striking counter system
How to build second phase attacks
Setting up and countering with body shots
Using outside & inside calf kicks effectively
Fight-finishing knees in MMA exchanges
This is a complete MMA striking system designed for fighters, not just pad work.
🔗 Get the Full Volume Here:
👉 warriorcollective.co.uk
(Available on desktop + Warrior Collective App)
🏆 About Higher Level MMA
Higher Level MMA is based in Whitburn, Scotland and has produced multiple UFC fighters and champions across international promotions.
The gym is known for developing fighters through a complete MMA system, blending striking, wrestling and grappling into one cohesive approach.
📲 Follow James and Higher Level MMA for More MMA Coaching Content
YouTube: @jamesdoolan23 @HIGHERLEVELMMAPODCAST
Instagram: @higherlevelmma
Facebook: facebook.com/higherlevelmma
#mmastriking #mmatraining #fightiq #higherlevelmma #warriorcollective
