Marcelo implements one of his signature passes: The sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers a unique scenario of engagement wherein an opponent may remain in a downed position and is not obligated to stand back up onto their feet; one can ...

Advanced Lesson Part 3 of 3 -- Paul converts a Back-Step Guillotine into a North/South Choke: After you've cleared your knee and swung over to the opposite side of your opponent's Half-Guard, they may try to prevent you from successful...

2 Part Technique - The North South Choke is one of Marcelo's strongest submissions in his arsenal. It's the solution when you pass the opponent's guard and they don't try to escape the position, but defend against attacks. It is import...

2 Part Technique - This variation of the North South Choke pins the opponent's closest arm in a top crucifix style position. Continue the control by pressing his far arm down and over to expose his neck for the choke. You can also use ...

2 Part Technique - The North South Choke from Side Control is a great solution when the opponent defends armbars and other submissions that requires space. Now, if the opponent bridges and rolls you over to your back during your North ...

2 Part Technique - The Omoplata is a great technique to either submit your opponent or force the sweep to score points. It is important to chop down heavily with your leg for a successful Omoplata. It is common for your opponent to rol...

2 Part Technique - Not only can you use the Guillotine vs Half Guard to submit the opponent, but to help pass the Half Guard as well.

2 Part Technique - Standing and pulling your arm out is a great way to escape the Omoplata. However, if the opponent is a head in position, rolling on your shoulders is the favorable counter.

2 Part Technique - The best Omoplata escape is to posture and free your arm first. However, maybe the opponent has advanced further into the Omoplata, so it is not always the case. Even though rolling is a great escape from the submiss...

2 Part Technique - Defeating the Triangle requires immediate posture before your opponent can completely lock his legs. Always bring your same knee up as your trapped arm inside to block your opponent's hips from rotating and finishing...

2 Part Technique - It's common for the opponent to defend submissions by holding his arms in tight. Use your chest to smear away the opponent's closest defending arm. Drop your weight on his remaining arm using your forearm to open up ...

2 Part Technique - Use your wrist from the Front Head Lock to measure if the opponent's neck is vulnerable to the Guillotine. The opponent realizes you are attacking with the Guillotine after you connect your second hand, so he will ge...

2 Part Technique - Always pass on the opposite side of the Guillotine. Press down at the opponent's knees and circle immediately to avoid the choke. Let him waste his energy if he continues the squeeze after you pass. If you need to mo...