50/50 Guard
The 50/50 guard is a complex position that is very specific to sport Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and it occurs when both competitors choose to play from the guard at the same time. This somewhat controversial position strays from traditional BJJ teachings in that it has few, if any, realistic applications for…
Triangle Choke From Spider Guard
The triangle choke is a versatile submission hold that can be applied from many positions. It also combines well with other submissions such as the omoplata and arm bar. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci demonstrates a triangle choke submission from the spider guard.
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.
Omoplata Sweep From Standing Position
The omoplata is a submission technique that uses the legs to trap the opponent’s arm in a shoulder lock. From the guard position, this technique works well in combination with other submissions, and can also be used to sweep. In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa teaches a method…
Leg Hook Spin Sweep (Star Sweep)
The leg hook spin sweep, also known as a star sweep, is an effective method for sweeping a standing opponent. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches a leg hook spin sweep variation that combines well with many other attacks, such as the omoplata and the…
Wrist Lock Variation From Side Control
From the top position in side control, there are many submission holds you can use to finish an opponent. As you gain experience, you will begin to “see” more submission opportunities as they arise based on the movements of your opponent. In this lesson, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno…
Choke From Kimura Control
The kimura lock can be combined easily with other submissions, and can also be used as an effective method for controlling your opponent from various positions. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci demonstrates a choke submission from kimura control.
Butterfly Guard To X Guard Transition
The X Guard is a form of guard where your entire body is positioned between your opponent’s legs. The X Guard allows you to efficiently trap and control the legs of your opponent to destabilize and sweep them. In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa demonstrates how to transition…
Deep Half Guard To X Guard Transition
The X Guard is a form of guard where your entire body is positioned between your opponent’s legs. The X Guard allows you to efficiently trap and control the legs of your opponent to destabilize and sweep them. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci demonstrates how…
Kimura From Side Control
From the top position in side control, you have many clear advantages over your opponent. One such advantage is the ability to continually pressurize your opponent with positional advances and submission techniques, in order to constantly keep your opponent on the defensive. In this video, BJJ World Champion Alex Silva…
Paper Cut Choke From Side Control
From the top position in side control, you have many clear advantages over your opponent. One such advantage is the ability to continually pressurize your opponent with a variety positional advances and submission techniques, in order to constantly keep your opponent on the defensive. In this video, BJJ World Champion…
Armbar From Side Control
From the top position in side control, you have many clear advantages over your opponent. One such advantage is the ability to continually pressurize your opponent with a variety positional advances and submission techniques, in order to constantly keep your opponent on the defensive. In this video, BJJ World Champion…
Attack From The Mount To Back Control
As you and your training partners improve in BJJ, it will become increasingly necessary to apply sweeps, transitions and submissions in a combination sequence in order to control and submit your opponent. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa teaches a transition from the mount position to back control.
Passing The De La Riva Guard To Side Control
The De La Riva guard is a form of open guard that is predominantly used in the gi to sweep a standing opponent. The specific position of the legs also opens up a number of leg lock submissions. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches a…
Ezekiel Choke Attack From Back
The “ezekiel” choke is a very strong submission technique utilizing the sleeve of your own gi jacket. The mechanical advantage offered by the sleeve allows this choke to be applied with great pressure while using minimal strength. In this lesson, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches the ezekiel…
Attack From The Mount: Armbar
As you and your partner improve in BJJ, it will become increasingly necessary to attack with submissions in a combination sequence in order to submit your opponent. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa teaches a transition from the americana arm lock to the arm bar.
Attack From The Mount: Armbar Variation
When attacking the neck with the collar choke from the full mount position, the person on bottom is forced to either defend the choke or be submitted. The effect caused by the choke can create the opportunity for an arm bar attack. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa…
Arm Triangle
The arm triangle is a versatile submission hold that works well both with and without the gi. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa demonstrates a method for applying an arm triangle submission from the mount position.
Passing The De La Riva Guard To Kimura Lock
The De La Riva guard is a form of open guard that is predominantly used in the gi to sweep a standing opponent. The specific position of the legs also opens up a number of leg lock submissions. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches a…
Wrist Lock From Side Control
From the top position in side control, there are many submission holds you can use to finish an opponent. As you gain experience, you will begin to see more submission opportunities as they arise based on the movements of your opponent. In this lesson, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno…
Passing The De La Riva Guard To Back Control
The De La Riva guard is a form of open guard that is predominantly used in the gi to sweep a standing opponent. The specific position of the legs also opens up a number of leg lock submissions. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches a…
Full Mount Collar Choke From Knee On Belly Position
The collar choke can be applied from multiple positions. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa demonstrates the full mount collar choke starting from the knee on belly position.
Arm Bar From Knee On Belly Position
The arm bar can be applied from multiple positions. In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa demonstrates an arm bar submission from the knee on belly position.
Collar Choke From Knee On Belly Position
The collar choke can be applied from multiple positions. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa demonstrates the collar choke from the knee on belly position.