Spinning Back Elbow
The spinning back elbow is an unorthodox technique that catches opponents unaware because of the angle that the strike comes from. The elbow travels almost 180 degrees before it reaches the opponent. If it lands on the opponent, the spinning back elbow packs enough power to cause a knockout. In…
Sweep, Step Back And Kick
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Combination 3.18
In this level 3 combination, Muay Thai World Champions Namsaknoi Yudthagarngamtorn and Lamnammoon Sor Sumalee will teach a striking sequence that includes the use of punches and elbows. These movements serve as the foundation for any Muay Thai fighter, and it is critical that you focus on mastering each of…
Gi Choke To Defend The De La Riva Guard
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu there are a wide range of chokeholds that can be used to secure a submission and finish a fight. Depending upon which position you are attacking from, there are specific chokes that can be applied. In this video, you will learn a gi choke used to defend…
Collar Choke From Top Half Guard
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu there are a wide range of chokeholds that can be used to secure a submission and finish a fight. Depending upon which position you are attacking from, there are specific chokes that can be applied. In this video, you will learn a collar choke from the top…
Closed Guard To Back Control Transition
From the closed guard position there are a wide range of submission attacks and sweeps. There are also techniques to transition to back control from the closed guard. In this video, Submission Grappling World Champion Bruno Pucci teaches a closed guard to back control transition.
5 Ways To Defend And Counter A Knee
Multiple-time Muay Thai World Champion Penek Sitnumnoi from the EVOLVE Fight Team demonstrates 5 ways to defend and counter a knee strike.
Outside Single Leg To Front Trip
The outside single leg takedown is one of the most widely used takedowns in wrestling. Taking the single leg high into your armpit will give you added control to help finish the takedown. When the leg is secure high in the armpit many finishes are possible with very little defense…
Guard Pass From Inverted Half Guard
Inverted half guard, or reverse half guard, is a top half guard position that creates alternative methods for pressurizing your opponent to help advance your position. In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Issa demonstrates a pass from inverted half guard to establish side control.
Level 2: Combination 3
In this level 2 combination, Boxing World Champion Yodsanan Sityodtong teaches an intermediate 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 slip left, left uppercut x2, duck right, right cross,…
Chalee Sor Chaitamin: Jab, Left Inside Low Kick, Fake, Right Elbow
In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Chalee Sor Chaitamin teaches one of his favorite techniques. Chalee combines punches, kicks, and elbow strikes in a fluid striking combination. By varying his method of attack, Chalee ensures that his opponent will stay on the defensive with limited opportunities for offensive attacks.
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…
Head Outside Single Leg Takedown To Lift Finish
Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA. In order to succeed, you must be able to not only initiate takedowns, but also defend against your opponent’s takedown attempts. In this video, Evolve Fight Team member and NCAA Division 1 wrestler Jake Butler teaches a single leg takedown.
Side Control To Crucifix Mount
Once you have secured side control, the next step is to advance your position so that you can begin landing strikes and attack for submissions. In MMA, the crucifix mount is one of the most devastating top positions. In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Ataides teaches how to move from…
Left Switch Kick
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Combination 3.8
In this level 3 combination, Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian and Saknarong Sityodtong will teach a striking sequence that includes the use of kicks and push kicks. These movements serve as the foundation for any Muay Thai fighter, and it is critical that you focus on mastering each of…
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.
Arm Bar From Turtle Position
When attacking a turtled opponent from the top in a north south situation, you may decide to go for a direct submission attack rather than first securing back control. In this video, BJJ No Gi World Champion Bruno Pucci demonstrates an effective arm bar attack from the top in turtle…
Deep Half Guard Sweep Lapel Control
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…
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.
Defense Against Double Underhooks Pass To Sweep
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…
Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichok: Opponent Catches Kick, Elbow, Turn & Knee
Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichok is a 3 time Muay Thai World Champion as well as an MMA World Champion. With over 300 professional fights, Dejdamrong is a true wealth of knowledge and experience in the discipline of striking. In this video, Dejdamrong teaches one of his favourite techniques.
Armlock From Side Control
Side control is a dominant position in BJJ. The objective from side control is to work for submission attacks and/or advance into the full mount position. Depending on how your opponent defends from bottom, there are a wide range of submission attacks that can be used. In this video, BJJ…