We recently discussed the pendulum sweep moving into a triangle. Here we talk about moving it straight into an armbar. There are some tricks to this move that I discuss in some detail. Watch the video, try it on the mat and let me know how you go!
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The GREAT DOUBLE UNDER Guard Pass!
One of my favourites passes. And a pass that is taught very early on to my white belts. This video teaches some very basics with some simple ideas to be aware of so you can execute this effectively. Done correctly this can become a mainstay of your Jiu Jitsu guard passing game. Check out the video, try it on the mat and let me know how you go…
The Leg LASSO CATAPULT Sweep!
This is one of my favorite sweeps – The Leg LASSO CATAPULT Sweep! Why? because it also involves one of my favorite guards the spider guard. With a few tweaks, you can grab a sweep that is very difficult to defend and enormously effective. Watch this video, try it out on the mat and let me know how you go….
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A Fantastic PASS – The OVER UNDER Pass!
If someone were to ask me the pass that I use the most. The pass that I use at the highest level. Then this might just be the one. Not because it is tricky or hard. But because it is simple AND super effective. By the end of this video, you will be able to do it as well. Try it out on the mat and let me know how you go.
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Footlock/Heelhook MasterClass Part 3 (of 5)
This series of heelhooks is really starting to get into some great detail. As mentioned before, there is great reward for careful viewing. You will not be unhappy for taking the time. Heelhooks are increasingly important in a grappler arsenal. You need to know how to execute them and defend them. Check this video out and let me know what you think…
Footlock/Heelhook MasterClass Part 1 (of 5)
This series of footlocks/heelhooks goes into great detail and gains momentum. Rewards for close viewing are considerable. Footlocks and heelhooks are increasingly important in a grappler arsenal. You need to know how to execute them and defend them. Check this video out and let me know what you think…
Two HACKS that will TRANSFORM Your BJJ Progress!
In this vlog I discuss two very simple and easy things that you can do…right now, that will transform your progress in BJJ. They are simple to understand and simple to do…that’s what I call them hacks. Check out the vlog. Give them a try and let me know how it works on your own progress.
Prof John Machado – TWO WAYS to PASS the Half Guard!
What a great time and experience I am having Dallas. I get to learn with the legends in the sport. In this quick little video, the master – Prof John Machado…takes me over two ways to pass the half guard. Awesome thoughts and techniques from a legend.
The AWESOME Roger Machado Americana – BY ROGER MACHADO!
You might remember my video on the Awesome Roger Machado American – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xscg5rfunbc
It’s such a brilliant technique. You might have also seen me use it a few times in my rolling with my students. It is incredibly effective and deceptively powerful. Don’t underestimate it.
And I’ve been super lucky to have the Legend – Prof Roger Machado himself talk over the technique for you guys. I hope you love it. Try it out on the mat and let me know how it goes.
HALF GUARD Technique FROM an AWESOME RCJ Blackbelt!
When I get caught in a half guard – no problem. I just change shape. And that usually solves much of the problem and enables me to get out and back in control. Not so with this awesome RCJ Blackbelt! Watch this little trick. Easy to do and very effective.
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A Quick Roll with Some Students!
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This is a quick video of me rolling with a few of my students. It was fun and thought it would be nice to share. I always allow my competitor students to get more rolling in with me after class and by the end of rolling with them once or twice back to back no rest with fresh guys, I am spent!
The TRUEST Test of YOUR BJJ!
Why do you do BJJ? what is the reason that you spend so much time on the mats? what do you want out of it? I discuss this topic in detail in this quick little video.
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Is BJJ Enough for SELF DEFENCE or MMA?
Is BJJ Enough for SELF DEFENCE or MMA? This is a topic that is raised a lot in our sport. In this video, I provide some of my thoughts.
Countering being STACKED From An ARMBAR!
Being stacked when executing an armbar is extremely common. But the counter is incredibly easy and very effective. Just a few little tricks and you will be countering the ‘stack’ – every time! Check out the video and try it out on the mat. Let me know how it goes…