Most of the time, our training will not be spent sweeping or passing but rather, it will be spent in the build-up to the sweep or pass, in the transitions. And at the very least, it will be the times where we will have to expend most o...

Marcelo explains the structure to create against an opponent's legs to have the advantage and start passing after he has opened his Closed Guard.

Marcelo imparts invaluable insight for dealing with the "New School" game: De-La-Riva Guard, Berimbolo Guard, and Spiral Guard.

Marcelo coaches a student interested in transitioning from Reverse De La Riva Guard to the X-Guard via Inversion. He stresses the importance of properly ordering grip switches and off-balancing the opponent before entry.

Marcelo and Paul discuss some high-level details concerning how to successfully pass with grips on your opponent's pants.

Marcelo, Jon, and Phil discuss various situations regarding passing against highly skilled guard players of both the Seated Butterfly and Open/Inverted Guard.

Marcelo helps Savannah understand his approach to the Leg-Drag Pass: Rather than dragging the leg, wherein one would continue to hold the leg with the hands during and slightly after the attacking movement, Marcelo prefers to throw-awa...

Marcelo joyfully corrects his students as he walks around during the interlude between these lessons: http://www.mginaction.com/VideoDetails.aspx?VideoId=20951 http://www.mginaction.com/VideoDetails.aspx?VideoId=20964

Marcelo explains to Jon & Jordan how he likes to handle and pass the Inverted Guard (Open) aka Upside-Down Guard.

Marcelo discusses with Marc the important principle (in Sport BJJ) of Constant Attack: When against a clock, you can't waste time defending; also, you can't waste your time applying ineffective attacks; e.g. If you apply a technique, a...

Marcelo advises Bryan to better strategize against an opponent with strong guard play; tactically, avoid letting your opponent ensnare your arm with a Lasso Hook when entering into your passes. You tuck in tightly and shield yourself f...

Marcelo tells Lonnie that he must address his opponent's Cross Collar Grip in order to successfully progress forward into a pass. You can either preemptively swat away his hand before he settles his grip as you swing around into your B...

Marcelo helps Phil deal with the Inverted Guard. Your options are to reset the position by running around to normal Open Guard, pummel inside for Double Reverse Underhooks, or place a knee down on his heel to stagnate the opponent's at...