Marcelo, Paul Schreiner, Marc Laimon, and Johny Hendricks discuss everything from Gi & Nogi Strategies, to drilling preferences, to wrestling techniques, and more.

Marcelo explains to Sou that he is making a common mistake when he tries to break free from Collar Control. You can't repeatedly tug at his wrist and expect it to come off. You have to yank his hand off in only one jerking motion, not ...

To gi, or not to gi?, that is the question. Cliché? Yes, but it is still quite a controversial topic amongst grappling practitioners today. Marcelo's stance on this is clear: Train both. If you make a mistake while wearing the k...

Ali askes Marcelo why his 2on1 Drag to Drop Kouchi Single is getting stuffed with a Knee Slide. Marcelo reasons that the problem lies within the set-up: an armdrag must be a sudden action; if you are more explicitly deliberate in cross...

Marcelo wishes that his students utilize their energy effectively and refrain from taunting, unnecessary posing, or outward displays of perceived confidence; e.g. showboating, excessive and intent-less ostentation, exaggerated aggressi...

Marcelo describes the movements and parrying in Hand Fighting to the opposite of dance.

Marcelo insists on claiming a lapel as Jon tries to finish his Single Leg Takedown. The Pumphandle Grip between the legs helps prevent much of the opponent's planned defense from Standing. If his knees are close together, try to gather...

A slippery and sweaty floor will interfere with someone's ability to drive on their feet. Use shorter, quick, and precise movements to co-exist with your unsteady footing.

Fabio demonstrates for Gianni & Adam how to properly apply a basic wrestling clinch: Ideally, controlling the end of a lever is the most advantageous way to set up your opponent for more attacks; however, going straight for a grip on t...

Marcelo discusses with Tim & Jimmy about breaking down an opponent from behind to take their back: If you are holding your opponent's waist from the rear-side with a body-lock, shove them forward with your shoulder to force them into a...

Marcelo runs a specific-training for developing strong, rudimentary stand-up skills, and speaks on its importance in regards to breaking an opponent down simply by positing a strong, defensive stance on your feet: The pace one can set ...

Marcelo, Demian, Jon and Philzinho discuss the trials and tribulations inherent to figuring out which sides of their body correspond best to successfully executing certain attacks in both grappling and mixed martial arts competition: O...