Understanding how to play guard while sitting against a standing opponent is an important skill, particularly in No Gi grappling. The Shin on Shin Guard can be a highly effective way to play guard in this situation. This video covers how to use the shin on shi guard to transition to Single Leg X Guard […]
Pretty much anytime you can see the back, you can attack the back. All you have to do is figure out how to get there. In this video, you’ll learn three ways to attack the back from the Double Under position and how to set it up when your opponent tries to pull guard. Here […]
The Top Spin is a very useful movement to master. Along with being a useful way to maintain or improve position, the top spin can also be set up submissions. This video covers the basic top spin movement plus several ways to use it to attack. Here is exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – Top Spin […]
Unlike in Gi Jiu Jitsu, there aren’t a huge amount of submissions you can attack from mount in No Gi. One of the best submission options you have in the No Gi mount is the Arm Triangle. When done correctly, the arm triangle is incredibly difficult to defend and a very tight submission. This video […]
The transition from Side Control to Mount is one of the most important transitions in Jiu Jitsu. While it this transition is difficult defend when done correctly, your opponent can still counter in several ways. This video shows the basic transition to mount, and two ways to counter the hip escape. Here is […]
This weeks training plan focuses on connecting the spider guard with two variations of the Lasso / Pant grip guard. Here is exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – Squashing Drill 1:18 – Spider Guard Control Drill 2:49 – Lasso / Pant Grip De La Riva 5:44 – Lasso / Pant Grip Single Leg X 7:55 – […]
This weeks training plan focuses on the knee on belly position control and the top spin arm bar from there. Here is what’s covered: 0:00 – Knee On Belly (KOB) control drill 3:17 – Transition to KOB from side control 6:15 – KOB Arm bar 9:16 – Solo Drills Here’s the plan Warm Up 2 […]
This is a recording of the Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom.
This is a recording of the Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom.
This is a recording of the Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom. This session focussed on joint Controlled Articular Rotations, Shoulder + Hip flexibility into overhead squat test, then into passive and active hips stretches and sun salutations. Difficulty: 2/3
In this video, Tom details the correct single leg position, some simple was to complete the takedown, and how to wrestle up from guard to the single leg. Here’s exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – Hey Bro Drill (Single Leg Positioning) 1:59 – Running The Pipe 3:56 – Drag Down 7:16 – Wrestling Up Using Lapel
In this video, Tom shares how to use the Reverse De La Spider Guard to off balance and wrestle up. Here’s exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – Side To Side Knee Slide Drill 0:40 – Side To Side Reverse De La Riva Drill 1:59 – Reverse De La Riva Back Sweep 3:35 – Reverse De La […]
In this video, Tom & Chelsea takes you on the mat during for an 8-12’s Kids classes. The class focussed setting up the triangle and sweeping to mount. Here’s exactly what’s covered:
In this video, Tom and Chelsea share a series of drills designed to improve side to side movement plus you’ll get to see some rounds from the class. Here’s exactly what’s covered: 00:00 – Side to side knee slide drill 01:07 – Student feedback 01:49 – Side to side knee slide drill pt 2 02:56 […]
In this video, Chelsea and Tom discuss retaining De La Riva guard and how to connect your retention movements to the X Guard. Here’s exactly what’s covered: 00:05 – Leg trap / retention drill 00:58 – Leg trap / retention drill details 02:38 – Leg trap recovery / retention drill details PT 2 05:35 – […]
The Hip Bump is a very old school sweep, but it can also be quite easy to defend. However, if you use the movement as an off-balance you can easily connect to other techniques. In this video, Tom shares the a series of attacks that come from the hip bump movement. Here’s exactly what’s covered: […]
The double lapel grips (or perching Seagull grips) are a great way to control your opponent in turtle as they attack just like a seat belt. The benefit of these grips is that they’re easy to set up and don’t require you reaching under your partner. In this video, Tom shares a series of games […]
If you train No Gi, you’re going to find yourself in the front head lock at some point. It is one of the most common positions in No Gi Jiu Jitsu and can happen from many different situations. As a result, it’s important to have a good understanding of how to stay safe and escape […]
The Knee Slide is one of the primary ways someone will try to regain their frames or attack out of half guard. One of the options to shut the knees shield down is by using the over the back grip. The over back grip limits an opponents ability to stretch their spine and therefore make […]
The Shin On Shin is a fantastic open guard position and a great way to counter the knee slide. However, there are times it can be useful to transition to other guards so you can continue attacking. This video covers the transition from Shin on Shin to Lapel De La Riva and several attacks from […]
The Leg Drag is a super powerful passing position. It’s very difficult to escape and really limits your opponents movements to a couple of things. This video covers the basic leg drag positioning and controls, which are crucial in making the position work. Here is exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – Leg Positioning 1:49 – Grips […]
The Snap Down is one from Modified Butterfly Guard is one of the best ways to go from the bottom to top in this position. On top of that, there are numerous ways to attack from the snap down position. This video taken from a No Gi Fundamentals class covers the basic snap down plus […]
The Reverse De La Worm Guard is one of the most powerful lapel positions. It gives you incredible control over your opponents posture, balance, and movement while allowing you a full range of attacks. This video covers a simple set up for Reverse De La Worm Guard and one of the best sweeps from there. […]
Whether you’re competing Gi or No Gi, the foot lock is one of the most common submissions you’ll encounter. This is particularly true in the modern era when leg locks seem to be all the rage. This video covers the basic mechanics of the foot lock, and two of the best defences both of which […]
This weeks training plan focuses on some guard passing drills and how to combine them to create movement patterns. Here is exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – Single Arm Leg Drag 2:32 – Jump Over 4:08 – Knee On Belly Switch 5:54 – Top Spin 7:51 – Combining The Drills 11:06 – Solo Drills Here’s the […]
This is a recording of the second Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom.
This is a recording of the Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom. *NB: Unfortunately, the recording cut out as Gez was about to start the sun salutations. Having said that, they’re the same as we do every week.
This is a recording of the Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom.
This is a recording of the Mobility for BJJ session taught by Gez Coville live on Zoom. This session focussed on joint Controlled Articular Rotations, Shoulder + Hip flexibility then into passive and active hips stretches and sun salutations. Difficulty: 3/3
This is a breakdown of a roll between Chels and Steve. During this roll, Chels was demonstrating how to create layers of guard and prevent a larger opponent from squashing you.
In this video, Tom discuss the connection between the Babybolo and Crab Ride and one of the easiest ways to transition from the crab ride to the back. Here’s exactly what’s covered: 0:00 – X Hook Crab Ride Drill 0:39 – X Hook To Top Drill 2:19 – X Hook To Chair Sit 3:52 – […]
In this video, Tom discusses a simple, but highly effective half guard pass and then how to make your cross face insanely tight. Plus, you’ll get to see some of the students and instructors sparring during the class. Here’s exactly what’s covered:
