If there's one major tip everyone should learn if they want to increase their Rear Naked Choke finishing percentage, it would be practicing the "Bottle Opener" technique. It's one thing to learn how and why it works; and it's an entire...

Marcelo shares with some of his students after class how he was able to secure a submission victory at the 2011 World Championships with the Crucifix Armbar. He also recounts a comical ending for the first time he was able to finish an...

Marcelo shares with Season 6 Ultimate Fighter and American Mixed Martial Artist, Matt Arroyo, his particular thoughts on defending and respecting the Kimura Trap Series. Marcelo also expounds upon his beliefs in regards to the timing a...

Marcelo recalls his initial thoughts on developing his own style of Guillotine and the awareness of the technique throughout his academy.

Marcelo draws parallels between the outside world and the way he sees jiu-jitsu on the mat. He notices that there are many solutions to advancing in position, just as there are different ways to get behind a door. If the door is locked...

Marcelo and Munchie discuss a thread of interconnected concepts and ideas after training the afternoon Advanced Class. Passing the Half Guard with Underhook & Head Control against a larger, strong opponent is a matter of not letting hi...

Marcelo shares to his students at the end of training a thought that came to mind: Your attacks and counterattacks must flow, without stop. Your moves must always lead you closer to submission without wasting space or time. You must or...

Marcelo talks to his Advanced Class about how to properly strategize against particular opponent throughout a tournament. Setting the pace high at the onset of a match can catch your opponent off guard; however, going too hard for too ...

Marcelo, Jon, and Youssef talk about capturing the Crucifix as a Back Control Recovery and also when to release the Seatbelt for the Rear Naked Choke.

Marcelo and Joaquin help Jon troubleshoot a key detail for the Crucifix. Lift your knee behind the opponent's triceps to collect it for the Crucifix and also avoid his Half Guard while on his Back with the Seatbelt. Stretch his arm bef...

Marcelo explains to his class how Pilates/Yoga classes have helped him maintain his body against the daily pressures and grind of hard training. Supplementing his training with these exercises has kept him healthier and injury-free.

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