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  Marcelo Garcia is now a 4-time ADCC Champion! Congratulations to Marcelo!!!
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Granby Roll vs Standing Back Bodylock, Mount Escape, Half Guard to Butterfly Guard, Over Under Control Hook Sweep from Butterfly Guard
     
2 Part Technique — Standing in the Back Bodylock is a very dangerous position to find yourself in, so it is best to know what to do if you happen to get there (perhaps, after missing a throw). Immediately, sag your hips to the ma...
Posted: 74 days ago
12278 views
Frame Escape vs Over Under Control Pass, Half Guard to Guard
     
2 Part Technique - The Over Under is a powerful and dynamic control, especially against Butterfly and Half Guard. Create a frame against the opponent's head to repeal it's initial impact with leverage and shift back into Guard. If the ...
Posted: 83 days ago
15145 views
Over Under Control from Butterfly, Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Half Guard to Guard, Deep Half Guard Entry vs Over Under Pass, Shin-In Sweep from Deep Half Guard, X Guard Entry from Deep Half
     
2 Part Technique — If your opponent manages to topple your Over Under Control from Butterfly into his Over Under Pass, abandon your overhook and begin framing against his face for space. Using your Butterfly Hook, push his hips a...
Posted: 104 days ago
16731 views
Turning Escape vs Mount, Half Guard to Guard, Hoist onto Shoulder Escape vs Mount
     
2 Part Technique - The opponent will commonly twist his Mount to counter your initial Turning Escape. His transition leaves a small window of opportunity to swim inside and hoist his leg onto your shoulder, leading into several differe...
Posted: 113 days ago
17452 views
Rolling Leg Catch Escape from Turtle, Half Guard to Full Guard Position
     
3 Part Technique - If the opponent forces you into turtle, immediately Hand Fight against his Seat Belt Control. Clamp down on the opponent's arm and control outside his leg to prepare your escape. As you roll, look to capture the oppo...
Posted: 117 days ago
17110 views
Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Cross Arm and Belt Sweep from Half Guard, Under Hook vs Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - The Frame Escape is ideal for recovering back your Underhook from Half Guard, however your opponent can do precisely the same technique against you from the top to reclaim it back. Rather than repeating this battle o...
Posted: 153 days ago
18886 views
Elbow Push Escape vs Americana from Half Guard, Bridge Escape vs Americana from Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - Marcelo revisits the idea of immediately dealing with a threat when it arises. The moment you realize things are amiss, focus all of your effort into the most direct approach possible to unwind your opponent's contro...
Posted: 181 days ago
21763 views
Over Under Control from Butterfly, Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Omoplata from Butterfly, Bridge Sweep from Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - Marcelo guides his instructors through the mechanics and strategy behind countering the Over Under Pass against Butterfly. If you get tilted away from the side of your Hook Sweep, abandon your underhook and begin fra...
Posted: 194 days ago
23788 views
Over Under Control from Butterfly, Hook Sweep from Half Guard, Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass
     
3 Part Technique - The opponent must control your upper body to pass securely, so free your arm once he wins the Over Under Control exchange in the Butterfly Guard. Pummel for the Under Hook to control Half Guard by off balancing the o...
Posted: 218 days ago
26222 views
Whip Under Sweep from Half Guard, Deep Half Guard Entry from Butterfly, X Guard Entry from Deep Half, X Guard Takedown from X Guard
     
3 Part Technique - Sometimes your opponent is able to post against your Hook Sweep from Butterfly and you wind up in a Dogfight with a Whizzer blocking you from further attack. Step over his leg for Half Guard and trap his Whizzer for ...
Posted: 220 days ago
27601 views
Half Guard to Guard, Hook Sweep from Half Guard, Hip Roll Escape vs Side Control
     
2 Part Technique - Sometimes, the underhook isn't the answer; it may even be your demise. For example, while stuck playing Half Guard (aka "Quarter Guard" via 10thPJJ), obtaining underhooks can leave your opponent with opportunities fo...
Posted: 253 days ago
31532 views
Over Under Control from Butterfly, Reverse Lockdown, Bridge Escape from Half Guard, Under Hook and Head Control Bridge Sweep from Half Guard
     
3 Part Technique - After losing the Over Under Control battle, use the opponent's established control as an opportunity. Force the opponent's weight on top and use the connection to reverse him. If the opponent's knee placement blocks ...
Posted: 258 days ago
31475 views
Turning Escape vs Mount, Partial X Guard Entry vs Mount, 1 Leg X Guard Entry vs Mount, Half Guard to Guard
     
2 Part Technique - Immediately bridge and push against the opponent's knee to prevent him from resting into mount. As the opponent replaces his foot to counter your escape, swim an arm inside and transition into 1 Leg X Guard or X Guar...
Posted: 270 days ago
32926 views
Half Guard to Guard, Hook Sweep from Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - The opponent wins the Over Under situation and flattens your back down. The next battle entails you fighting against the opponent from securing an upper body control against Half Guard, because the under hook dictate...
Posted: 299 days ago
33320 views
Cross Arm and Belt Control from Butterfly, Cross Arm and Belt Sweep from Butterfly, Half Guard to Guard,
     
3 Part Technique - The Cross Arm and Belt Control has an effective and powerful connection with Hook Sweeps from the Butterfly Guard. The opponent commonly circles to pass, so staying in alignment will preserve your control. If needed,...
Posted: 302 days ago
33195 views
Over Hook and Wrist Control, Bridge Escape from Half Guard, Hook Sweep from Half Guard, Under Hook and Head Control Bridge Sweep from Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - Overhook & Wrist Control can be a formidable set-up for many attacks from Closed or Butterfly Guard, but if your opponent is able to force the position to Half Guard, his underhook will trump your overhook if you...
Posted: 305 days ago
34338 views
Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Omoplata, Spiral Armbar from Omoplata
     
3 Part Technique - Occasionally, Marcelo's omoplata is accompanied with rock music; it's that good. Nevertheless, frame from Half Guard enough to swing your leg over and chop down into the Omoplata. Again, know the consequences of your...
Posted: 383 days ago
38969 views
Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Elbow Push Escape from Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - Attacks, transitions, and escapes relies on mobility. If the opponent controls your head, your body cannot follow and preform. Use a frame against the opponent's Half Guard control to maintain the mobility needed in ...
Posted: 390 days ago
40340 views
Bridge Escape from Half Guard, Half Guard to Butterfly Guard
     
2 Part Technique - If the opponent wins the Over Under Control battle in Guard, look to reset into Butterfly immediately. Bridge against the opponent to create Under Hook space and transition into Butterfly. If the opponent controls yo...
Posted: 393 days ago
40260 views
Frame Escape vs Underhook & Head Control, Hook Sweep from Half Guard :
     
2 Part Technique - Never allow your opponent to gain an underhook on you while playing from Half Guard, and certainly don't let him clasp his hands together around your head and arm. With that said, if you are trapped under this domina...
Posted: 397 days ago
41560 views
Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Half Guard to Guard, Half Guard Turning Pass Counter
     
2 Part Technique - Realize, that if you get beaten with Over/Under Control vs Butterfly, you cannot let your opponent connect his hands together for Underhook & Head Control. Foil his crossface by intercepting it with a Reverse Und...
Posted: 454 days ago
42872 views
Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Bridge Escape from Half Guard, Hook Sweep from Half Guard
     
2 Part Technique - This move is really important because it can get you out of some deep trouble when your opponent looks to close inch up and establish upper body control from Half Guard. Extend both of your arms to push his shoulders...
Posted: 466 days ago
43451 views
Breaking Gi Grips from Butterfly, Tripod Sweep from Open Guard, Back Step Half Guard Pass Counter
     
3 Part Technique - Your opponent may get the best of you while hand fighting and grab your collar as he steps inside your Butterfly Guard. In order to break the grip, you will need to fall back into Open Guard as you yank his hand forw...
Posted: 473 days ago
44059 views
Back Step Half Guard Pass Counter
     
2 Part Technique - If the opponent pressures your neck during the Back Step Pass, he will control the position. Crunch and hide your neck to stay safe. Use your hook to sweep the opponent while holding an upper body control. If the opp...
Posted: 606 days ago
46176 views
Double Leg from 1Leg X Guard vs Back Step, Back Step Half Guard Pass Counter, 1Leg X Guard Entry from Single Leg Control
     
2 Part Technique - Your feet can counter the opponent's back step against 1Leg X Guard. Use your free foot as a hook to bring his leg towards you, while keeping him at a distance to prevent being controlled in Half Guard. Once you cont...
Posted: 628 days ago
46818 views

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