3 Part Technique - Approach the opponent through Hand Fighting and search for an upper body control. As the opponent bases against your initial Collar and Elbow Control Hook Sweep, pummel for an Under Hook and clamp your hands together...

2 Part Technique - The 2on1 is a reliable and versatile control that expresses a junction of opportunities. Use the control to force the opponent into movement and anticipate his different reactions. Depending on which leg the opponent...

2 Part Technique — Marcelo decides to attack his opponent's lead leg with a Guard Pull, however he'll need to clear the hands first before sitting down to the mat. Establish 2on1 Control, drop underneath, and use your hook to kic...

2 Part Technique - Mastering techniques from one side of an opponent can create an uncomfortable feeling when playing against his other. For example, Marcelo is content with an opponent passing Right-Leg forward, but still sufficiently...

2 Part Technique - Marcelo demonstrates the several possibilities for setting up the Roll Over Sweep from X-Guard when your opponent places his hands on the mat in defense. Capture the nearside arm and feed it to the hand of your under...

2 Part Technique - There a limited number responses your opponent will make after you obtain 2on1 Control from Butterfly; if he raises his same-side leg, pick his ankle for a deeper guard and sweep. If he lifts his other leg up to brea...

2 Part Technique - There are a finite number of directions to sweep your opponent in your X-Guard, and your success is largely dependent on the ability to discern the best of these options based on the distribution of weight through hi...

2 Part Technique - Establish a strong 2on1 before pulling guard, because the person with control dictates the offense. As you work the Tripod sweep, you are controlling the opponent's base, which presents attacking opportunities. If th...

2 Part Technique - Use a strong Hook Sweep to either score or force the opponent into X Guard. If the opponent crosses his feet to prevent your initial entry, torque open his legs by extending your X Guard and controlling his near leg.

3 Part Technique - Know the consequences of your attack. For example, you must be aware of all of your opponent's available reactions for when you assume 2on1 Control over his arm: (A) If he does nothing, gain more by switching for Cro...

2 Part Technique - Enter into X Guard by using a Hook Sweep to force the opponent into posting a leg in defense. If the opponent's balance is causing problems for your X Guard, use his reactions against him. Control the opponent's coll...

3 Part Technique - Use 2on1 control to force the opponent into posting his foot, exposing underneath his leg. Your foot will act as a hook to bring the opponent's leg to you, transitioning into Partial X Guard. Create the room needed t...