Marcelo explains how to prevent the opponent's hands from interfering with the North South Choke and the correct downward shoulder pressure needed to finish the choke.

Marcelo, Joel, and Zach* test each other's proficiency with the North-South Choke. If everything is aligned correctly, the finishing pressure exerted is unbelievably minimal. This is one of the reasons Marcelo favors this choke over ma...

Marcelo & Tom help Zack reclaim the Underhook against the Half Guard. This is one of the few instances where you will need to transition to the opposite side or to N/S while holding the Underhook after a pass. Your opponent has suffici...

Marcelo explains why he doesn't do 10th Planet's version of the Guillotine (with an Inverted Gable Grip, aka 10-Finger Pretzel Grip), and why he prefers the Ball-N-Socket variation for the choke. His purple belts also share an interest...

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

Marcelo explains to his blue belt student, Gabriella, how to utilize the "gi-version" of the Guillotine Choke using a cross-collar grip and rolling underneath the opponent.

Many jiu-jitsu players wonder if there is a "Gi Version" of Marcelo's Guillotine choke, and the Loop Choke certainly qualifies. However, it isn't something that he will actively hunt for, because it's application immediately alarms his...

Marcelo answers a few questions for Diego regarding the finishing moments of the Guillotine Choke. The Marcelotine variation with the High-Elbow atop the opponent's shoulder can be finished from the opponent's Escape Side if you turn a...

Marcelo helps Adam increase his success rate with the North/South Choke; if your first attempt is thwarted, act as if you are uninterested with the attack and reapply it when your opponent is least expecting.

Rory had a problem with his North South Choke in that, he was rolled over after his sparring partner cupped his chin. Marcelo's solution is for Rory to hide his face and keep his shoulders aligned parallel with the surface of the mat. ...

Don't traumatize your opponent with your favorite attacks! If he defends your first try, rather than squeezing and wasting energy, let go and reset everything. You will be amazed at how often your opponent will forget that you even tri...

Hannah explores the Monoplata as Marcelo guides her through the intricate details involved with the submission from Half Guard and Side Control. Generally, Marcelo will attack for the Spiral Armbar first after capturing the arm with th...