2-Part Fundamental Lesson -- Thomas incorporates a Head-Lock Escape into a sequence starting from standing and finishing with an Arm-Lock: If your opponent is on top and secures a basic headlock control on you (i.e. Scarf-Hold, Kesa-ga...

1 Part Lesson -- Paul demonstrates two transitions from a defensive open guard: If striking is presumed, and you cannot readily break your opponent's posture down into a clinching style guard, maintain a safe distance by inserting your...

2 Part Lesson -- Paul shows a series of grip-breaks from standing followed by a Single-Leg Takedown setup from 2-on-1 Control: After breaking your opponent's Collar & Sleeve Grips, retain control over the opponent's arm with a 2on1. Ci...

3 Part Lesson -- If an adversary steps back to load up a hooking punch, step forward and fill the inside space with a frame that deflects the blow to the outside and allows you to close the distance for the clinch. Hide your shoulder u...

2 Part Lesson — Marcelo stresses the importance of Hand-Fighting: [I] Don't allow your opponent to dictate the pace and control of the battle on the feet; utilize your hands to ward off grips and keep your opponent from getting a hold ...

3 Part Lesson — Paul teaches punch-block defense from standing, an armbar from mount, and taking the back to the rear naked choke.

4 Part Lesson — Marcelo talks about foresight, basic hand-fighting skills, avoiding secure grips on your collar, and finishing the Single Leg Takedown from the feet.

1 Part Lesson — Paul teaches the "Hanging Single": Use the collar grip to swing around onto the Single Leg using your own bodyweight. If he breaks down to the mat, lift his knee as you drive him over flat. If he doesn't come down after...

1 Part Lesson — Paul demonstrates how to avoid domination by a Cross-Collar Grip from the Standing Position: [I] After freeing your sleeve from any grips your opponent makes on your arm, make a Thumb-Down Grip over your opponent's Cros...

2 Part Lesson — Paul teaches two versions of the Armdrag to Back Control: [I] The key detail here for the Post-Out Armdrag lies in the footwork as you hang on the arm; make sure to take your Butterfly Hook out before the pull, and wide...

2 Part Lesson — Paul teaches the Baiana as a counter to his adversary's jab: [I] Having your partner fully extend his lead hand out to simulate a jab, parry his arm to the side as you ram his midsection with your shoulder for the Doubl...

4 Part Lesson - Intercept the opponent's hands before he grabs, or execute a method of Grip Breaking which sparks a moment to bond your own controls.

3 Part Lesson — Marcelo explains the significance behind Pulling Guard from Standing with 2on1 Control after Handfighting. [I] Utilize your Open Guard Hooks to help follow your opponent as he circles around your 2on1 Control. [II] If y...