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New Wave Jiu Jitsu: A New Philosophy Of Positional Escapes by John Danaher has 452 customer reviews in this archive, averaging 4.99 out of 5. 99% are five-star and 0 are one or two stars. Reviews run from April 20, 2021 to November 2, 2026. All of them are published below in full, unedited.
逃げるのが上手になりました。
love this guy
I learned a lot from this instructional. Glad to add it to my collection!
John's teaching style keeps me focused and attentive while watching.
Love the concepts and the simplicity of the explanations
great and insightful content
Escapes should be the focus of all white to blues belts. This is a great course.
reenforcing basic concepts learned at training
Really informative, but takes too long to get to the point.
Awesome.
Awesome.
My first real instructional on Jiu-Jitsu.
excellent scapes, very good detais
Escapes help us enjoy BJJ more. Get this instructional.
Helped me a lot understand what I need to do in bad positions and made me fear them less and helped me improve by a lot as a beginner! Thanks John!
I have studied New Wave’s material for years and have come to expect great things and as usual I was not disappointed!
Excellent. I find the detail John goes into with clear explanations & reasons why movements are used invaluable & helpful.
Amazing
Fantastic details on escapes and what you and your opponent need at each turn
Will take you to nect level
Although long and drawn out sometimes when explaining the technique I feel it ends up worth it because you learn the why behind the technique
Good escapes slick entries
Good insight into leg entries
Like so many of John’s products you could spend a year learning all the material in the instructional just to start. The principles are absolutely essential to having a complete powerful game. Excellent
Solid game changing material. Easy to implement!!
great info
I really enjoyed the idea of using a positional escape to set up a counter attack instead of just going back to closed guard. It is no-gi focused, but much can be applied to gi as well. Definitely worth the cost.
John Danaher's systematic approach is second to none.
Great instructional. Escapes worked very well.
Excellent approach from to defense to offense
good content
Going from defenisve to offensive with great details
kipping escapes
John Danaher’s New Wave Jiu Jitsu presents an exceptional approach to positional escapes, blending deep conceptual insights with practical techniques. His meticulous breakdowns make even the most complex positions feel accessible and executable.
This instructional is well structured and comprehensible. Gives very good defensive skills.
great info
Amazing techniques for side control to clamp, using leg log entries for sweeps
definitely helps my overall game, no question
John Danaher’s Submission Escapes DVD is an absolute game-changer for anyone serious about improving their defensive skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. What sets this instructional apart is not just the depth and detail of the techniques but the underlying principles that make them effective. Danaher doesn’t simply show you how to escape submissions—he systematically breaks down why these escapes work, providing a conceptual framework that allows you to navigate high-pressure situations with confidence. One of the most impressive aspects of this instructional is the structured approach to escaping from the defensive cycle. Rather than treating defense as a passive act, Danaher emphasizes proactive survival strategies that seamlessly transition into counter-offense. This means you’re not just avoiding submissions—you’re actively setting up opportunities to reverse the position and regain control. The explanations are incredibly thorough, breaking down even the smallest nuances that can make or break an escape. Whether it’s dealing with armbars, triangles, or strangles, Danaher provides clear, logical progressions that make complex movements accessible. His ability to articulate key concepts—such as connection, posture, and lever control—ensures that you don’t just memorize techniques but truly understand how and why they work. For anyone looking to build an unshakable defensive foundation while also developing a strategic pathway to counter-attacks, this DVD is essential. Highly recommended for grapplers of all levels who want to elevate their game beyond just surviving and start escaping with purpose.
immediate escape
This is a great instructional with tons of must-have concepts which are explained really well. The counterattacks are a bit leg-lock heavy though so might be a bit overwhelming for someone new. Still, overall an exceptional instructional from one of the best coaches out there.
excellent details on escaping
great
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Really informative
Thought I knew how to escape..
Awesome
Very thorough and helpful as a beginner’s tool for pin escapes.
My favourite instructional. Helps understand the positions and how to escape straight into attacks, breaking the defensive cycle that I can get stuck in.
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