Arm Triangle From Top Half Guard

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s half guard, there are a number of highly effective submission attacks that can be used. In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion Rafael dos Anjos teaches an arm triangle…

Attacking The Back From Turtle Position

The top turtle position is a dominant position in MMA.  Once you have secured the turtle position, you can land powerful strikes and attack for submissions.  In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion Rafael dos Anjos teaches a back attack from the turtle position.

Clinch Defense Against The Cage

Cage work is a skill that is unique to the sport of MMA.  When your back is against the cage you must be able to defend against takedowns and dirty boxing.  You must also learn to be offensive against the cage.  In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion Rafael dos…

Half Guard Transition To Back Control

From the bottom half guard position, the objective is to work for a sweep and escape from underneath your opponent.  In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion teaches a transition from bottom half guard to back control.

Shinya Aoki: Back Control Neck Crank

In this video, ONE FC World Champion Shinya Aoki demonstrates a neck crank submission from back control.

Shinya Aoki: Top Position Ankle Lock

In this video, ONE FC World Champion Shinya Aoki demonstrates an ankle lock submission.

Shinya Aoki: Kouchigari

In this video, ONE FC World Champion Shinya Aoki demonstrates the Kouchigari takedown.

Shinya Aoki: Ogoshi

In this video, ONE FC World Champion Shinya Aoki demonstrates the Ogoshi takedown.

Arm Bar Finish Technique

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 a high level finish for the…

Arm Triangle From Top Half Guard

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s half guard, there are a number of highly effective submission attacks that can be used. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos teaches an arm triangle…

Attacking The Back From Turtle Position

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 how to attack the back from…

Clinch Defense Against The Cage

The cage is one of MMA’s very unique attributes. A good fighter must know how to use the cage for their benefit. It is very dangerous to have your back against the cage, and it is very important that you learn defense for this position. In this video, UFC top…

Closed Guard Defense To Omoplata & Triangle Lock Finish

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s guard, you can use punches and elbow strikes to cause significant damage. However, you must also be aware of your opponent’s submission opportunities and how to properly defend…

Guard Pass Setup To Elbow Strike

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s guard, you can use punches and elbow strikes to cause significant damage. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos teaches a guard pass setup to a…

Half Guard Sweep

From the bottom position in MMA, the objective is to sweep the opponent, secure a submission, or stand back up. From the half guard position, a fighter will often try to sweep their opponent off their base to secure top position. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos…

Half Guard Transition To Back Control

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s half guard, you can work for submissions, ground and pound, or try to advance to a more dominant position. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos…

Crucifix Transition To Back Control

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, ONE FC superstar Bruno Pucci teaches a crucifix transition to back control.

Crucifix Transition To Top Turtle Position

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches a crucifix transition to the top turtle position.

Double Leg To Single Leg & Dump Finish

Takedowns are one of the most critical skill sets for MMA. By controlling the takedowns a fighter can effectively determine where the fight takes place. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches an excellent takedown for MMA.

Ground & Pound Against The Cage Elevating The Leg

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. When the opponent is against the cage there are cage specific techniques that can be used. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches…

Ground & Pound From Side Control

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches ground and pound from the side control position.

Turtle Position Control For Ground & Pound

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches ground and pound from the turtle position.

Turtle Position Control For Ground & Pound Trapping The Arm

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches ground and pound from the turtle position.

Turtle Position To Crucifix

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches how to secure the crucifix from the turtle…