3 Part Technique - Use a strong bridge to try and escape the Side Control first. If the opponent counters by switching his base, you can rock your legs and use momentum to Sit Up. Now, you cannot gain the momentum to get on top, so the...

2 Part Technique - The basic Americana can lead to a stronger and more successful technique, Armbar from Mount. This sequence of techniques is just one of many that can be used and chained together.

3 Part Technique - The Bridge Escape vs Side Control is a great technique to either escape Side Control or to start chaining together other Side Control escapes. The Collar and Elbow Control can be used with techniques, such as the Hoo...

2 Part Technique - The traditional and basic Armbar from Mount followed by the Americana submission when the opponent defends.

2 Part Technique - This sequence of techniques are great fundamentals for novice students.

2 Part Technique - The opponent may try to grab the inside of your pants, so quickly break the grips before they can establish a full control. Now, immediately control the Collar and Elbow and kick the bottom leg out to complete the sw...

3 Part Technique - The opponent has Side Control established. Bring your arms inside for support and lift your legs off the mat to help prevent the opponent from mounting. Use a strong bridge and extend your arms to create the space ne...

2 Part Technique - This is a great sequence of techniques for beginners to learn. These techniques can help build a great foundation for students.

3 Part Technique - Americana and Armbar from the Mount. When you apply the Americana and the opponent defends, the Armbar is available.

3 Part Technique - Use a Hip Throw to get the opponent to the ground. Hold on to the secured arm and finished with the Armbar from Side Control. If the opponent pulls their arm away, quickly secure Side Control and advanced to the Moun...

2 Part Technique - 2 common holds the opponent will use to prevent the Armbar is a weaker lock with his hands and a stronger defense crossing his arms. If the opponent chooses the weaker lock with his hands, apply a Rear Naked Choke co...

2 Part Technique - From Mount, open your arms for a stronger base to prevent your opponent from rolling you. Reach your hand deep inside with the thumb up and grab the collar to start the Cross Collar Choke. Use your free arm to grab a...

2 Part Technique - Hand Fight from Butterfly to prevent the opponent from establishing the controls needed to put your back on the mat. You must understand when to retreat or attack against a standing opponent in your Butterfly Guard. ...