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...

1 Part Lesson -- Paul teaches how to get the Rear Naked Choke when his opponent defends from your Strong-Side Back Control: If your opponent is fighting with both arms and tucking his or chin to avoid your attack, stack the odds in yo...

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...

4 Part Lesson — Paul masterfully explains the Full Mount Position and several Submission finishes for Self-Defense: [I]Paul explains how to make your Mount feel heavier than you physically appear. The technique focuses on understanding...

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.

4 Part Lesson - Paul instructs a series of defenses against an opponent forcing the Guillotine while standing and sitting to Closed Guard.

1 Part Lesson — Paul teaches the third and final installment on the Single Leg for the class: [III] If you can manage to find the collar up and through the opponent's legs, latching onto his lapel with both hands will secure the finish...

1 Part Lesson — Paul teaches the basic Single Leg Takedown starting from Collar & Sleeve Control: [I] Lead your opponent into your shot by circling away from leg you intend on attacking. Make sure to step up with your head inside and w...

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.

2 Part Technique — Be wary of the Hip Bump Sweep from Closed Guard, especially after taking down a larger opponent. He may try to take advantage of your low posture after the takedown, so be prepared to lay your weight into his hips as...

2 Part Technique - Henrique explores his options for when his opponent successfully sprawls on a Single Leg Takedown attempt. Sit-Out and Recover the Half Guard, making sure to stay on your side with an underhook and defending the cros...