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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…

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.

The spinning back elbow is a truly devastating strike that can end a fight instantly by KO, or often results in a cut. It is important to set it up by throwing other strikes first to distract your opponent from the incoming blow. In this video, multiple-time Muay Thai World…

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Namsaknoi Yudthagarngamtorn teaches one of his favorite techniques. Often an opponent will time your kick properly and catch it on the side of their body. Namsaknoi uses a push kick to counter the leg catch and free his leg. This is a combination…

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Attachai Fairtex teaches one of his favorite techniques. The technique begins by parrying the opponent’s attempt at a jab. After parrying the jab, Attachai immediately counters with an elbow strike. The ability to stifle an opponent’s attack and immediately deliver a counter attack…

The armbar is one of the quintessential submission holds in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A high level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner is able to attack for the armbar from a wide range of positions using a diverse range of setups. In this video, you will learn an armbar attack from the upside down…

From the top position in wrestling there are many techniques that can be applied to score points and possibly end the match with a pin.  Leg rides are a technique in which the top wrestler controls the opponent’s hips and posture by interlacing the legs in between the opponent’s.  Once…

As you and your partner improve in BJJ, you will find it increasingly necessary to attack using combination techniques in order to get the submission. In this lesson, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa teaches a transition from mount to the side mount choke.

The single leg takedown is one of the fundamental takedowns in wrestling. There are a wide range of setups and finishes for the single leg takedown depending on the opponent’s defense. In this video, 6 time National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath Sims teaches a single leg Iranian standing…

In this level 5 combination, trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong and Muay Thai World Champion Saenghirun Lookbanyai teach an advanced striking combination that combines defensive techniques and offensive counterattacks. The ability to seamlessly combine offense, defense, and counterattacks is one that is critical for success at the…

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu the objective from the bottom position is to either secure a submission or use a sweep in order to reverse positions on the opponent. Depending on the position of the opponent there are a number of effective sweeps that can be used to reverse position and secure…

The spinning back elbow is a devastating strike that often catches an opponent by surprise and can end a fight instantly when it lands clean. This technique requires excellent timing and is best thrown as the last strike at the end of a combination, or after a feint. In this…

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Chaowalith Jocky Gym teaches one of his favorite techniques. The technique begins with a standard kick to the body. After missing with the kick, Chaowalith immediately transitions into the side push kick. The ability to link together multiple kicks in an attack is…

The headlock is an excellent upper body takedown. As one of the most common throws in wrestling, the headlock is an excellent addition to your upper body attacks. It can be used with many different setups and finishes to secure a takedown. In this video, 6x National Champion and US…

In this level 5 combination, Muay Thai World Champions Orono Wor Petchpun and Muangfalek Kiatvichian teach an advanced striking combination. Starting with a straight jab, Orono transitions into a push kick combination that can be used with devastating effect. At the highest levels of Muay Thai a fighter must learn…

The objective from the bottom position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is to secure a submission or sweep the opponent off their base in order to secure top position. Depending upon how the opponent attacks and what guard you are playing, there are a large variety of sweeps that can be effectively…

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,…

The omoplata is a shoulder lock submission that is most commonly used from the bottom guard position. It is an excellent submission that works well in transition with the arm bar and triangle lock. In this video, you will learn an omoplata submission attack from the turtle position.

The X guard is one of BJJ’s highly effective guard positions. From the X guard position, you can defend against your opponent’s guard passes and work for sweeps. In this video, BJJ Champion Gamal Hassan teaches an X guard sweep to side control.

Takedowns and takedown defense are critical skill sets in submission grappling. By controlling takedowns, you are able to determine whether you will attack from the top or bottom position.  In this video, BJJ World Champion Herbert Burns teaches a transition from single leg takedown defense to a foot lock submission.

The switch kick is a deceptive blow that can catch your opponent off guard. To perform this kick you must quickly switch from your normal stance to a switch stance, then fire off the kick. When switching stances make sure that when you land your feet are not too close…

The bodylock position will help secure your opponent and set up takedown opportunities. By pummeling with your opponent and adjusting your position you can secure a tight bodylock. The body lock knee tap is a high percentage and low risk takedown used in many forms of wrestling and MMA. For…

The single leg takedown is one of the fundamental takedowns in wrestling. There are a wide range of setups and finishes for the single leg takedown depending on the opponent’s defense. In this video, 6 time National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath Sims teaches a single leg Iranian finish…

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…