The Switch: Wrestling Applied to BJJ by Dinu Bucalet
90 reviews · 4.87 / 5
Dinu Bucalet · Combo
Essential Mount and Back Escapes by Dinu Bucalet has 19 customer reviews in this archive, averaging 5.0 out of 5. 100% are five-star and 0 are one or two stars. Reviews run from March 29, 2022 to October 18, 2025. All of them are published below in full, unedited.
9 of these reviewers gave their belt rank when they submitted the review. BJJ Fanatics asks for rank, age and years training at the point of review, so this breakdown is self-reported by the customer.
| Belt | Reviews | Average rating |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6 | 5.0 |
| Blue | 1 | 5.0 |
| Brown | 1 | 5.0 |
| Black | 1 | 5.0 |

Essential Mount and Back Escapes by Dinu Bucalet is currently listed on the BJJ Fanatics storefront at $79.00 USD. View Essential Mount and Back Escapes by Dinu Bucalet on BJJ Fanatics
The techniques are well explained, first clearly showing concepts and then the applications. I find the techniques easy to use in my rolls and effective.
Very happy with this. Well presented and explained.
very good video feel like I'm learning even though I can't practice due to injury
Great techniques for nogi grappling
I purchased, because it was a great price point and was curious about the back excapes. concise and to the point with good use of angles. I would recommend this for all practitioners
liked the variations in the sparring
Very precise, clear, and direct presentation of the material. He covers important details about posture, position, and pathways to escape the mount and back control without excessive explanation, theory, etc. Well worth the money.
It was an awesome instructional,very good for beginners.
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Need to know info to avoid being pinned
This is a great instructional full of very high percentage defensive techniques
Dinu Bucalet's Essential Mount and Back Escapes instructional is an invaluable resource for grapplers seeking to improve their defensive skills. With a clear and systematic approach, Bucalet breaks down a variety of escapes from mount and back positions. The instructional's detailed explanations and demonstrations make it accessible for practitioners of all levels.
a lot of good stuff here for beginners
Mount and back escapes is amazing instructional which outlines most basic, high efficiency escapes. I was successful at using those principles and techniques on higher belts and it also helped my offensive game, as I can predict actions of my opponent trying to escape better. I think this instructional is a bargain and I highly recommend it!
This instructional is excellent for mount and back escapes. The escapes are broken down into step by step manner and thoroughly explain. Dinu teaches you the concepts as well as the movements, which make them easier to apply and remember. One of the best escape instructors.
Very well organized allowing quick reference and use when troubleshooting your mount and back mount escapes. Great reference material to fix your mistakes. Clear, concise and easy to follow!
Great tutorial! Perfect pace, explanation, details, demo, etc. Highly recommend
VERY USEFUL AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND!!!
Learning this stuff and getting to constantly refresh after class has helped reinforce good habits. Definitely not getting chocked out as much!
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