Level 3: Combination 21

In this level 3 combination, Boxing World Champion Yodsanan Sityodtong teaches an advanced boxing combination. The ability to link together punches and defend against an opponent’s attack is critical for success in boxing. The combination covered in this video is a jab, right cross, left hook, duck left, left uppercut,…

Closed Guard Defense To Omoplata And Triangle Lock Finish

From the closed guard position in MMA, the first objective is to defend yourself from the opponent’s ground and pound.  Once you have closed off your opponent’s attacks, you can begin to attack for submissions.  In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion Rafael dos Anjos teaches closed guard defense and…

3 Ways To Sweep From Worm Guard

The worm guard involves taking an opponent’s lapel and wrapping it around your own shin, then passing it underneath the leg of your opponent. Your foot will be placed on your opponent’s hip. This creates leverage and allows you to control your opponents movement, and opens up opportunities to sweep.…

Jump Elbow

The elbow is a devastating close range weapon that can be used to knockout the opponent and finish the fight. Elbows also have a tendency to inflict deep cuts on the face of an opponent, which can cause blood to run into the eyes and affect the opponent’s vision. In…

How To Do A Heel Hook

The heel hook is one of the most dangerous submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is widely utilized in competition no-gi BJJ. It is done by controlling the hip/knee, as well as the foot. This move applies torque to the ankle, and can result in serious ligament and joint damage if…

Muay Thai Fighting Styles Part 1 – Muay Khao (Knee Fighter)

In this mini-series called Muay Thai Fighting Styles, our World Champions explain the distinct fight strategies deployed by Muay Thai fighters and the pros and cons of each strategy. There are several key styles of Muay Thai such as Muay Khao, Muay Femur, Muay Mat, Muay Book, Muay Sok, and…

Combination 5.17

In this level 5 combination, Muay Thai World Champions Attachai Fairtex and Chaowalith Jocky Gym teach an advanced striking combination that combines knee strikes with kicks. The ability to seamlessly combine offensive techniques and move between Muay Thai’s many weapons is critical for success on the higher levels of Muay…

Americana To Arm Bar From Full Mount

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You must be able to move fluidly from strikes to submissions while maintaining a dominant position. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos teaches an Americana to arm bar transition…

5 Spinning Back Elbow Combinations

The spinning back elbow is a devastating strike which often results in a knockout or cut when landed flush. When done correctly, an opponent will not see it coming. It is important to set up the elbow with other strikes to distract your opponent. In this video, Muay Thai World…

Level 3: Combination 22

In this level 3 combination, Boxing World Champion Yodsanan Sityodtong teaches an advanced boxing combination. The ability to link together punches and defend against an opponent’s attack is critical for success in boxing. The combination covered in this video is a jab, right cross, left uppercut, duck left, left hook,…

Jump Switch Knee

The jump switch knee is a progression from the jump knee. When delivered correctly the jump switch knee can be a very powerful strike. In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Yoddecha Sityodtong teaches the switch movement that gives an extra boost of power to the jump knee strike.

Single Leg Forward Sweep From Sitting Guard

Developing a variety of sweeps from the open guard position is a critical aspect of becoming a well-rounded BJJ practitioner. In this video, BJJ World Champion Alex Silva demonstrates a technique from a sitting open guard position that will sweep a standing opponent in a forward direction.

Combination 5.7

In this level 5 combination, Muay Thai World Champions Saenghirun Lookbanyai and Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced striking combination that utilizes many of Muay Thai’s weapons. The ability to seamlessly combine offense, defense, and counterattacks is one that is critical for success at the higher levels of Muay Thai. Each…

Chalee Sor Chaitamin: Footsweep To Counter Knee Strike

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Chalee Sor Chaitamin teaches one of his favorite techniques. When the opponent comes forward to attack with a knee strike, Chalee uses a footsweep to defend and take the opponent down to the ground. This is a high level counterattack that can be…

4 Arm Locks From The Turtle Position

The turtle position is common defensive position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this video, BJJ World Champion Jucimar Eller from the EVOLVE Fight Team demonstrates 4 different ways to submit an opponent with an arm lock from this position.

Combination 5.18

In this level 5 combination, Muay Thai World Champions Attachai Fairtex and Chaowalith Jocky Gym teach an advanced striking combination that combines punches, kicks, and a takedown. The ability to seamlessly combine offensive techniques and move between Muay Thai’s many weapons is critical for success on the higher levels of…

Leg Hook Guard Triangle Choke

From the bottom position in MMA, the objective is to sweep the opponent, secure a submission, or stand back up. With a very active and creative guard, a fighter can attack for a wide variety of submissions off of their back. In this video, ONE FC World Champion Shinya Aoki…

Level 4: Combination 6

In this level 4 combination, Boxing World Champion Yodsanan Sityodtong teaches an advanced boxing combination. The ability to link together punches and defend against an opponent’s attack is critical for success in boxing. The combination covered in this video is a jab, jab, body shot, hook, duck right, and cross.

5 Ways To Counter An Aggressive Fighter

On the elite levels of fighting, it is very useful to understand fight strategy.  While you do not want to allow your opponent to dictate the fight, it is important to learn the counterattacks that are best suited for each type of fighting style.  In this video, Muay Thai World…

5 Flying Knee Combinations

The flying knee is of the most powerful and devastating knee techniques. This flashy technique is a crowd pleaser, and can result in a KO when landed clean. Excellent timing is required so that you will not be susceptible to counterattack. In this video, multiple-time Muay Thai World Champion Sam-A Gaiyanghadao…

Level 3: Combination 23

In this level 3 combination, Boxing World Champion Yodsanan Sityodtong teaches an advanced boxing combination. The ability to link together punches and defend against an opponent’s attack is critical for success in boxing. The combination covered in this video is a jab, cross, left block, right block, duck right, duck…

Berimbolo For The Back

The berimbolo is one of the most talked about guards in BJJ today.  There are those who love it and those who hate it.  When utilised correctly it can be highly effective and ultimately lead to some dominant positions.  In this video, BJJ No-Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches how…

Knee Bar From Side Control

Many opportunities for submissions become available when you control your opponent from a dominant position. This is particularly true when the opponent tries to escape your control or block your attempts at improving your position. From side control, the person on bottom will commonly position their leg in such a…