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This page lists reviews 63,001–63,050 of 87,673, newest first, covering 2023-02-18 to 2023-02-20. The complete archive averages 4.95 out of 5, and the 71 lowest-rated entries sit in these same lists rather than on a page of their own.
Reviews 63,001–63,050
Best Instructional i have watched
Death From Below by Mikey Musumeci
Best Instructional i have watched
A good way to improve your knowledge of and skill in the use of the spider guard (long Review)
Everyday Porrada Spider Guard by Romulo Barral
This instructional is structured firstly around teaching spider guard retention and recovery; followed by how to effectively apply pressure on the opponent’s biceps to move them in different directions; and then the remaining content teaches a large series of sweeps using both the basic spider, in combination with the lasso, in combination with different leg movements or transitions to different guards and using the spider-collar sleeve; and throughout the instructional submissions are taught (i.e., triangle, armbar, omaplata, toehold, kneebar, calf crush plus several back takes). Certainly not a major issue, however it would have been useful if some additional content had been incorporated, including an overview of the spider guard (e.g., basic information via a quick overview), information on entries and suggested drills to improve your spider guard. The instructional has a total runtime of 2 hours and 39 minutes. Romulo Barral teaches the techniques in a logical progression, including the likely opponent responses. Techniques are repeated multiple times and from different angles. The instruction and demonstrations are clear. The Uke is excellent and clearly knows what is required of him. Romulo Barral stays focused on the content and the instructional has not been difficult for me to have watched it several times. The techniques taught are effective, not overly complicated and after learning the techniques you don’t have to be particularly flexible or athletic to do them well. Sound and video quality are good, but basic, noting the general limitations of a single fixed camera. The quality of the video and sound are consistent with the available previews (i.e., sharp focus, good range and lighting and the sound is clear). A plus is that the instructor and the Uke wear different coloured uniforms to identify their individual limbs more easily. In my opinion this is an excellent instructional on the spider guard. I think the solid coverage on guard retention and recovery sets this instructional apart from the others. If you wish to improve your knowledge and skills in the spider guard, I don’t think you will be disappointed.
Cool stuff
Once again Craig Jones challenging the foundations of Jiujitsu by their legitimacy and efficacy in modern grappling. The ideology of the pinning system throughout grappling arts such as wrestling and Jiujitsu, are compared in ways that question whether or not, we’ve been applying the right techniques required to actually pin someone and hold them down effectively. Craig reverse engineers the pin, and details how we can use, something as simple as the turtle to, “Just Stand Up” I’ve used it not only escape back take attempts from training partners of various sizes.But, how to actually use top half to my advantage, and pin larger and smaller grapplers alike. So, it’s really like a two for one. :shrug::male_sign: Buy the ****, and you will learn some cool, ****. #FuckCraigJones
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging:Great instruction. Plenty of detail.
Butterfly Guard Rediscovered 3.0 by Adam Wardzinski
Great instruction. Plenty of detail.
Amazing !
Weight Distribution Masterclass by Professor Henry Akins
Henry does it again! The small details he adds to weight distribution are absolute game changers. As a Blackbelt, I’m very grateful when I come across information like this that changes my game. This is a must have for us 45 years old, and older. Thanks again Henry.
Filthy spin on cross side attacks
Filthy Cross Body Attacks by Neil Melanson
Just some real nasty attacks as expected :) and different from some of the more traditional BJJ instructionals!
Learn from a master practitioner and teacher
Enter The System Bundle by John Danaher
It is one thing to learn a skill, another to teach a skill, and another to teach someone to teach a skill. John Danaher is not only a master practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but he is also a master teacher and a teacher of teachers. Nearly every professor from whom I have studied over the years has learned from John Danaher. After purchasing this instructional series, I now understand why that is the case: watching John Danaher teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will teach you how to teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Living in a rural without easy or quick access to a black belt professor and owning a new academy, I have found John Danaher's instructional series to be a lifesaver. I have not only improved my own skills through watching his videos but have also used his content to teach my own students and grow their skills, as well. I highly recommend this series for any serious practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and for any instructor looking to improve their teaching abilities.
I applied the techniques in
New Wave Judo by Satoshi Ishii
I applied the techniques in this video in class and with having no Judo background I had immediate success. If you want to be a well balanced grappler I definitely recommend.
Good video
No Gi Judo For Grapplers by Satoshi Ishii
Good video
Leglocks
Leglocks: Enter The System by John Danaher
Excellent resource for developing your heel hooks and ashi garami game
Learn from a master practitioner and teacher
Go Further Faster Bundle by John Danaher
My thoughts here mirror my thoughts of Enter the System. John Danaher is a master practitioner, teacher, and teacher of teachers. His results speak for themselves. I purchased this instructional series to help me teach the students of my new academy and put some structure around my own curriculum. Through studying John Danaher and his teaching style, I have improved my own and it shows in the development of my students. I recommend this series for anyone interested in taking their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills to the next level and for anyone needing help structuring their academy's curriculum to help your students make progress faster.
Good teaching!
How to Beat Bigger Guys: Open Guard Passing by Bruno Malfacine
Good stuff, love the insights from Bruno,
Best Leg Lock Instructional
Systematically Attacking The Legs by Gordon Ryan
Title says it all. Don’t spend your money elsewhere
Back Attacks
Back Attacks Enter The System by John Danaher
I used to struggle with back control, now it one of my favorite finishing positions
Henry Does it Again!
Weight Distribution Masterclass by Professor Henry Akins
As a blackbelt, i love when i run into material that truly improves a part of my game. Weight distribution is a large part of BJJ, and rarely taught in detail like this. It's so important, especially after 45 years old. get this instructional, apply the techniques and work toward "sustainable BJJ" AS YOU GET OLDER! Thank you Henry!
A well-explained instructional video. Burton
18 Mount Escapes For Sport and Street by Burton Richardson
A well-explained instructional video. Burton Richardson is very detailed oriented regarding getting the nuance across.
Priceless!
The Roger Gracie Side Control System by Roger Gracie
Clearly the skills & technique here are unquestionably solid....but the very fact Roger is battling his dad for the duration AND occasionally pops is resisting hahaha.......this is why I claim this particular vid to be (father/son styly)....quite priceless! Ooosssss
Very thorough
Clinch For The Street by Burton Richardson
A well-explained instructional video. Burton Richardson is very detailed oriented regarding getting the nuance across to make the clinch safe during self-defense.
Essential for stand up
New Wave Judo by Satoshi Ishii
Fantastic, really added a new dimension to my game
Alex
The Upside Down: Inverted Attacks by Jon Blank
Killer series
Learned alot
Standing2Ground: Upper Body Takedowns by John Danaher
Amazing instructional. Well worth the money.
Omoplata from everywhere.
Omoplata Everyone by Bernardo Faria
Shows how to Omoplata from everywhere. A great instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great guillotine instructional
Basics To Advanced: The High Elbow Guillotine by Aaron Benzrihem
Extremely well organized and filled with helpful details. I’ve landed significantly more guillotines since watching.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:All moves, no filler
New Wave Judo by Satoshi Ishii
This is probably the best instructional I've seen for transferring judo skills to a no-gi scenario. As far as content goes, this is among the most packed instructionals on BJJFanatics in terms of actual moves and techniques- Ishii generally doesn't spend a lot of time discussing the theoretical background of the moves he's showing, it's mostly just "this is the move and how to apply it". I've pesonally been using it to supplement Danaher's Standing2Ground - Danaher's course provides all the theory you could ever want for understanding why things work, whereas New Wave Judo is better for just reviewing material with your buddies before/after class because of how succinct Ishii is in his instruction.
Highly recommended
Guard Passing Made Easy by Firas Zahabi
As always - Firas is able to break down technics in an easy to understand format. The content is easy to understand and can be applied immediately!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Excellent and free!
Self Mastery: Solo BJJ Training Drills by John Danaher
Thank you for giving away such an amazing product!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Base of Jiu Jitsu
Weight Distribution Masterclass by Professor Henry Akins
H. A. created one of his best and most important instructionals. Mainly he shows how to pin someone in the most efficient and effective way. He also shows how to deal/collapse frames in this manner. Furthermore he shows how to shut escape and reversal/sweep attempts down by distributing weight and how to buy you time to set up your escaoes. It is principle based. 👍�
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great Guard instructional
The Lightweight Guard by Matheus Gonzaga
As a smaller guy this instructional has greatly improved my guard.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Another classic
The Shoulder Pin Guard System by Neil Melanson
Excellent information much like any instructional Neil Melanson puts out. I’ve had great success with the move so far.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Excellent video from Ethan Crelinsten about leg lock defense and counters
Leg Lock Counters by Ethan Crelinsten
Excellent video from Ethan Crelinsten about leg lock defense and counters. This tutorial will demonstrate moves and concepts to allow you to surprise your opponents and allow you to counter their attack, pass their guard, or take their back while defending the leg lock.
Great instructional
The Imanari Roll And Modern Leg Attacks From Japan by Masakazu Imanari
A super fun instructional. A bit difficult to understand the speaking at times. But overall it simplifies a difficult move.
Great instructional
How to Pass Guards Quickly and Easily Using Leg Attacks by Craig Jones
Great introduction to combining leg locks and passing.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:One of the best
Ultimate Guide To The Single Leg X Guard by John Gutta
Useful tips. I feel a lot more comfortable with this position after this instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great instructional
Rody Lock: The Nick Rodriguez Body Lock System by Nick Rodriguez
I haven’t done a lot of body locking but after this I feel a lot more comfortable with the style.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:A must have for any fan of Jiu Jitsu
Provides great information from top athletes. Gives you the daily deal schedule and great discounts.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:The perfect body lock instructional.
Systematically Attacking the Guard Body Lock Study by Gordon Ryan
Any questions you have about body locking are on this instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great takedown instructional.
Takedowns to Back Control by Nick Rodriguez
I regularly hit the low single he shows at the gym now. My favorite Nicky Rod instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:A must have passing instructional.
Battle Tested Pressure Passing by Bernardo Faria
Over-Under pass is easily my new favorite pass. Bernardo shows so many ways to set it up and counter the counters.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great instructional
The Science of Filthy Triangles by Neil Melanson
Will help anyones triangle game. Neil never misses.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Amazing info
Standing2Ground: Takedowns & Standing Skills For Jiu Jitsu by John Danaher
The magnum opus of takedown for BJJ instructionals.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Outstanding instructional
New Wave Jiu Jitsu: Mounted Pin Attacks - The 4x4 Mount System by John Danaher
My ability to get to mount and keep mount has greatly improved from this instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great instructional
The Complete Williams Guard by Shawn Williams
Great instructional. Omoplata from Williams guard is my new favorite move now.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:I am so excited to
Gold Medal Wrestling by Henry Cejudo
I am so excited to have the opportunity to have this amazing instructional. I have zero experience and the closest wrestlers are over 3 hrs away. Now I can learn from the best. Thankyou for making this video Henry!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Best instructional
The Half Guard Anthology by Lachlan Giles
Very comprehensive. It includes how to get to half guard, recover from bad positions, and also alternatives when they stand up like rdlr and sit up guard. 5/5
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Amazing !!!
New Wave Jiu Jitsu: Mounted Pin Attacks - The 4x4 Mount System by John Danaher
Amazing !!!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great ways to end the match right off the throw
Effective Transitions by Garry St. Leger
Great ways to end the match right off the throw, I like that you show how the grips from the throw can turn into finishes
Entertaining instructional
Building The Perfect Jiu Jitsu Biceps by Nick Rodriguez
A must have for Jiu Jitsu biceps.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Masterpiece
The Pillars of Defense: Pin Escapes - Defensive to Offensive Cycles by Gordon Ryan
I feel like after this I can take more risks attacking with my comfort in escapes.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great!
The Closed Guard Compendium by Matt Thornton
Organized amazingly. The lesson style always helps me retain Mr. Thorton’s lessons.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Found it very useful
The Half Guard Anthology by Lachlan Giles
Disclaimer: I have never considered myself much of a half guard player- my background is in wrestling/MMA rather than traditional BJJ, but I still found this course very helpful and informative. I especially liked how in each section, Lachlan spends some time on troubleshooting and fixing common mistakes. I probably won't ever use half as one of my primary guards, but I'm now much more comfortable using it as a recovery/counterattacking position against someone passing my guard.