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 - Double Under Control is a great way to flatten the opponent and nullify their Butterfly Hooks. Using the Heavy Circle Pass requires continuous heavy hip pressure while circling to prevent their Hook Sweep. However, i...

2 Part Technique - Omoplata submission from the Guard. If the Opponent is able to counter by rolling, the North South Choke will be able available.

2 Part Technique - When you start to work the Rear Naked Choke from the Turtle position the opponent will defend by protecting that side. However, this will open up the opposite side for the Guillotine vs Turtle. Now, if the opponent d...

2 Part Technique - Preventing the opponent from lifting you on top for control and sweeps. Using the Folding Guard Pass and countering when the opponent grabs your heels.

2 Part Technique - The legs are strong at pushing and pulling, but not at opening from the knees. So, the Folding Pass attacks this weakness in the legs. If the opponent prevents you from completing the pass by pushing at your head, it...

2 Part Technique - It is always better to defeat an opponent's offense, before it can even occur. This idea makes the Under Hook and Head Control vs Half Guard is a very successful technique against the opponent's Deep Half Guard attem...

2 Part Technique - Always push and hold the opponent's back to the mat when passing his guard. Control at the opponent's stomach and knee, while keeping your far leg out. Attempt the Standing Step Pass, but if the opponent holds a Half...

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 hand fighting to open the opponent's arms and clear a path for a takedown. Turn the corner to finish a strong Double Leg. A common reaction from the opponent is a quick Under Hook to prevent Side Control after a ...

2 Part Technique - Securing the Seat Belt would allow you to dominant the position, but establishing the control is not always the scenario. You know the opponent cannot roll into you, so be prepared and anticipate his escape away. Onc...

2 Part Technique - Use Under Hook and Head control for passing with the Over Under Pass in nogi. The opponent will be vulnerable to the North South Choke, if he insists on pushing your hip away to prevent you from establishing side con...