3 Part Lesson - Marcelo reveals the methodology of connecting techniques against the opponent from the start of the match. Moves can connect seamlessly and fluidly by playing against positions before they occur.

3 Part Technique - Cross pull the opponent's posting arm as he leverages himself from Deep Half Guard into a Single Leg. You will have no Under Hook, so prepare to Back Step. If the opponent progresses further into his Single Leg, stuf...

3 Part Technique - Use an Over Hook Control and stomp against an opponent's Single Leg to break free. If you cannot break the Single Leg while standing, control the opponent's upper body and get under his weight to Uchi Mata. The oppon...

2 Part Technique - Stepping inside your opponent's Butterfly Guard is a positional improvement which will yield many paths for passing, including the Knee Slide. However, he may be able to free up enough control to attack for a Single ...

2 Part Technique - A well-timed Sprawl in combination with the Front Headlock can lead to many opportunities, including taking the back with the Crucifix. When your opponent tries to reclaim a grip around your leg, throw in your hook a...

2 Part Technique - Freeing your leg from the Single Leg takedown can be as simple as applying Collar & Elbow control while standing and knocking your opponent off balance. Use the upper body control to steer him toward the mat, for...

2 Part Technique - If you plan on passing your opponent's butterfly guard by standing up in front of him with your foot inside, you have to be prepared for countering his single leg takedown. As he picks up your leg, raise your knee wi...

2 Part Technique - Sprawling onto a takedown attempt leaves the opportunity to transition to the back from Front Headlock Control. Use the forward pressure of the opponent against him by tugging him by as you spin for the seatbelt. If ...

2 Part Technique - Bridge against an opponent's attempt to roll you using your takedown's momentum. Turn to your knees and hold the position, so the opponent cannot circle out with the Front Headlock control. Slowly climb up the oppone...

2 Part Technique - Whether a Single or Double Leg Takedown, sprawl and secure a Front Head Lock to defeat his attack. Use the same hand grip as you would with the Seat Belt Control for your Front Head Lock. If the opponent attempts to ...

2 Part Technique - Counter the takedown by pulling your knee out before the opponent can completely secure the Single Leg. Post with your arms, turn back, and kick your leg free to escape. If your leg gets stuck when you kick to escape...

2 Part Technique - A possible situation from many takedowns is with your opponent trying to roll or reverse you using your momentum. This usually occurs from leg attacking takedowns, like the Single Leg or Double Leg. It would be great...

3 Part Technique - The Front Headlock is not only a great position to take the back from, but to Guillotine the opponent as well. Marcelo practically uses this same Guillotine from all positions and situations. If the opponent holds on...