All BJJ techniques
- Pass·Knee CutX Pass from Knee Slice
Use this variation when attempting the knee slice but the opponent creates strong frames that prevent you from closing distance. It solves the problem of the f…
- Transition·X-GuardX-Guard Back Take (Crab Ride)
A transition that moves from front X-Guard to behind the opponent's leg, often leading to a back take or top position.
- Control·X-GuardX-Guard Basics
Establishes the foundational X-Guard structure by hooking the insteps to the knee pit and thigh, controlling the leg with an underhook, and managing the oppone…
- Transition·X-GuardX-Guard Entry — Thumb Post
Used when the opponent pressures forward aggressively. By baiting the attack and using a thumb post, you control their posture and hook their thigh to secure X…
- Transition·Butterfly GuardX-Guard Entry from Double Underhooks
A transition from double underhooks to X-guard by rocking back and lifting the opponent's hips. It works by forcing weight off the bottom player and catching a…
- Transition·StandingX-Guard Entry from Standing
An entry method triggered when the opponent steps close to your head, allowing you to underhook their leg and slide underneath their hips.
- Sweep·X-GuardX-Guard Neck Sweep
A simple sweep using hip pressure and a leg trip, effective when the opponent postures up from a hand-framing position.
- Sweep·X-GuardX-Guard Stand-Up Sweep
A technical stand-up sweep that extends the opponent away to off-balance them before rising to top position.
- Sweep·X-GuardX-Guard Sweep
A sweep that does not require hand control, making it effective against grip-heavy defenders. Uses leg extension to widen the opponent's base and topple them b…
- Sweep·X-GuardX-Guard Sweep — Stand-Up Collapse
A sweep initiated by attempting to stand up, which collapses the opponent's legs. If they resist falling, use arm pressure to further break their base and take…
- Sweep·X-GuardX-Guard Sweep from Butterfly
A counter-sweep used when the opponent steps over your hook. It utilizes X-guard to control the far wrist and extend the opponent's body for a sweep to side co…
- Submission·X-GuardX-Guard to Cross-Ashi Heel Hook
Use X-guard to force the opponent's hands down, transition to reverse X-guard to set a triangle, and flow into cross-ashi for a heel hook when they defend.
- Transition·Leg DragX-Guard to Leg Drag
Used when the opponent controls distance in X-Guard. Leverage a pants grip and hip drag to fall into Leg Drag, bypassing the opponent's defensive posture.
- Setup·Z GuardZ Guard Entry — Reverse De La Riva Control
Use a reverse De La Riva hook to stop the opponent's knee from touching the ground, creating space to extend your legs and secure Z Guard.
- Setup·Z GuardZ Guard Finish — Leg Extension & Frame
Maintain frames and extend legs to finalize the Z Guard position, ensuring the opponent cannot pass or reset effectively.
- Setup·Z GuardZ Guard Setup — Baiting with Inside Hook
Force the opponent to engage their preferred passing leg by controlling the inside space, limiting their lateral movement and baiting them into a predictable p…
- Submission·Z GuardZ-Guard Armbar
Counter a cross-face from Z-Guard by securing the arm and using the top leg to break posture for an armbar. Works against both loose and tight hip defenses.