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This page lists reviews 79,601–79,650 of 87,673, newest first, covering 2021-09-17 to 2021-09-22. 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 79,601–79,650
Pressure passing by Wim
The Mirroring Principle: The Hidden & Essential Mechanics of Pressure Passing by Wim Deputter
This. great series which explores in depth the why's and the how's of pressure. It is not simply a series of techniques rather highly effective concepts which allow you to monitor physical feed back and adjust accordingly while actively rolling. I have implemented many of these concepts which have resulted in recent comments such as 'you know what I'm about to do' and ' I feel like you're always up to something. This series is wonderful for addressing the often overlooked phsycology of fight. If you can mess with their mind everything else becomes more effective. Crash tested, Bravo!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Highly recommend this course!
The Split Guard System by Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec
Highly recommend this course for anyone who wants to have a deep understanding of Fox's game. Great instructor and handsome uke as good as Placido. This course can help my open guard which is my weakness and I love split guard because it's universal jiujitsu which means it can work both gi and no gi. I have all Fox's courses and love them all. Looking forward to his future courses.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Escapes
Never Get Submitted Again by Noel Danforth
Great instructionional for beginners all the way up to advanced. If you are struggling with getting submitted as an upper belt or lower belt this can instructional can def help you improve tremendously!!!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Perfect for all levels
The Triangle Machine by Craig Jones
Craig is excellent in showing multiple setups fpr triangles. Perfect for all levels.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Most substantive berimbolo instructional in the world
The De La Riva System Part 1: The Foundation by Mikey Musumeci
I've watched a handful of bolo instructionals, but this one by Mikey by far exceeds all of them. Mikey goes to great depth in his instructional, he breaks down the series in a robust way that makes it easy to follow and easy to piece the bolo system. I highly recommend this bolo instructional. Mikey is a phenomenal instructor.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Very Well Done
Law Enforcement Grappling Solutions by Ryan Scialoia
Excellent instruction that can be applied to many self-defense scenarios using BJJ. Very pleased with this purchase.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Excellent for solo training
Self Mastery: Solo BJJ Training Drills by John Danaher
Perfect video for solo training. I follow this regulalry
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Changed my approach to guillotines.
Guillotine Glossary: Finishing Mechanics by Josh Janis
Josh's approach to teaching guillotines is one of the most well thought out technique instructionals I've seen. The way he articulates the nuance in body positioning, angles, and where, when, and how to apply pressure is AMAZING and changes the way you even think about guillotines. Highly highly recommend!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Awesome details
The Body Lock Pass by Lachlan Giles
I'm a older grappler, but bigger in size and this video was very beneficial in helping. I was missing a few details and I watched the first two videos in the series. That was all it took to have my first body lock pass with technique. It felt really good and I'm working on watching the last two videos. I won't give away the video detail, but I had to make sure when I tripod I had the other person on the correct hip and their knee facing in a way that they couldn't sweep me. Also, the grips for the body lock were extremely helpful. Also, I found the head position very important and keeping my hips back.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Thank you!
BJJ For Kids: The Journey Begins by Josh Cooksley
Super detailed and allowed my son to review moves and practice, practice practice! Thank you!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great details from the legend!
Championship Level Catch Wrestling by Josh Barnett
Great details from the legend!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:5 star Material
The Blackout Hybrid Pin and Cradle System by David Petrone
A great offensive in its own right, but also a fantastic bridge between wrestling and submission grappling.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Most Detailed!!!
The Half Guard Anthology by Lachlan Giles
This is the most detailed instructional I have ever purchased. It covers entries, principles of control, retention, recovery, and transition for 10 different positions within the half guard scenario. It summarizes each position by linking the techniques based upon your opponent’s defensive reactions. I wish all instructionals followed this format. If you are having issues with your half guard as a position to escape, reverse, or control from. I highly recommend this instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:great
The Straight Ankle Lock Butterfly Ashi Part 1: Leglock System by Mikey Musumeci
great
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Excellent Material
The Basics & Fundamentals Of Boxing by Jimmy McNally
Jimmy is a wealth of knowledge and has a gift for his ability to pass that knowledge on to his students and fighters. The material is great for any one who wants to get an overview of the sport and conditioning involved. The conditioning skills are applicable to all sports and general fitness. If you are in the Boston area you should join his gym.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:MUST BUY!!!!
Mirroring Principle: End Game Finishers by Wim Deputter
This concept that Wim Deputter teaches has changed my BJJ and outlook and has helped a lot when I'm rolling.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Awesome Instructional
The X Guard Masterclass by Nicholas Meregali
I really enjoyed this video. The lessons were easy to understand and easy to learn. Great work!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Deep Half Guard Domination
Deep Half Guard Domination by Tom DeBlass
Love all of Tom's stuff!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:awesome
The Berimbolo System Part 1: The Foundation by Mikey Musumeci
awesome
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great resource for beginners to BJJ
Never Get Submitted Again by Noel Danforth
As a beginner in BJJ, I feel this instructional will be the most beneficial to me than any other instructional. In my first couple of months in class all I have been doing is trying to get out of submissions. I'm not a natural athlete and I can't "explode" out of escapes so having this knowledge that Professor Noel teaches is invaluable. The techniques shown are clear and concise. I like the fact that Professor Noel encourages questions and comments at the end of the instructional in case something is ambiguous.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Best Nogi De La Riva System
No Gi Open Guard Volume 2: De La Riva & Waiter by Lachlan Giles
Love how systematized this instructional is, and it shows every response for every given scenario you'll find yourself when plying De La Riva! Also gotta love the customer friendly pricing of Lachlan's instructionals!!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Escapes from all angles!
Never Get Submitted Again by Noel Danforth
I have now watched both videos several times and every time I watch I learn something new! I also find myself applying the escapes in class. The instructions were clear and accurate. Very informative and easy to understand. Looking forward to more from coach Noel danforth.👍�
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:UP' d my Game
Fundamental Jiu Jitsu by Bruno Frazatto
Do you want to learn the basics to transition to advance this DVD would be it
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Fantastic instructional - very deailed and nuanced
The Mirroring Principle: The Kings Gambit by Wim Deputter
I absolutely love this instructional as well as all of Wim's other instructionals. This one is the culmination of his pressure passing, mirroring and offensive defense systems. And it all revolves around what he call the "mirroring principle". Give the opponent exactly what he wants until he no longer wants it anymore. And you in general meet pressure with pressure. Wim really breaks down all the postures, fundamental movements and the concepts in great detail. It is because of Wim and Priit Mihkelson highly refined defensive systems, they enable you to start making gambits and take riskier attacks. A gambit as Wim explains is where you sacrifice a piece for structural advantage. The DVD here really highlights how actually nuanced good fundamental jiu jitsu is - and how you can funnel your opponent into your game. He goes over what he calls the Kings gambit (triangle), queen gambit (armbar), and the fool gambit (omoplata). And what is most intriguing is the way he shows how the mirroring principle gives you a pretty solid heuristic for timing and determining what kind of move & energy is appropriate when. A lot of what he teaches is very conceptual but fundamental and thus has a broad range of application unlike more technique specific instructionals. This DVD and his other instructionals really make me feel as though I have a much deeper grasp of Jiu Jitsu though I am only white belt - and the great thing is most other schools have NO IDEA at all about any of these concepts, movements nor postures like the shoulder escapes, baby bridge and scoops. And that been giving me an edge on most everyone.
AMAZING DETAILS
Understanding The Distance On Top by Gui Mendes
Game and mind changer instructional!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:!
The Daisy Fresh Knee Slice by Andrew Wiltse
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The passing instructional that ties it all together
Understanding The Distance On Top by Gui Mendes
What an amazing instructional in that everything you've learned thus far on passing gets put in context. There are a lot of techniques you can learn from your professor, other instructionals, etc but this is the one that conceptually tie it all together on where everything fits in the puzzle. I also love Chapter 2 that breaks down comp footage, plus "mobility drills" that lets you see how to drill all 3 distances. You can learn the technique of the pass by watching the drills themselves.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Terrific Instruction!
The Forgotten Sweep by Jeff Curran
This was a tremendous instructional, great details with great options from the scissor sweep. Professor Curran was an excellent and clear instructor as well. I highly recommend.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging:Marcelo is the man
The Complete Butterfly Guard by Marcelo Garcia
Great video
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Amazing instructional with detailed explanations
New Wave Jiu Jitsu: A New Philosophy Of Positional Escapes by John Danaher
I have made much progress on the mats and became much more aggresive with my game after watching this series. Prof. Danaher is presenting a new mindset for the sport. Money well-spent. Thanks Prof. Danaher!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:great instructional with to the point narration
The Daisy Fresh Knee Slice by Andrew Wiltse
Amazing technique explained laconically. Thank you Andrew!! All the best to you and your team!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:The way Neil explain concepts
The Ground Marshal Guard by Neil Melanson
The way Neil explain concepts is like no other.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Excellent
Fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu 2-Pack Bundle by Bernardo Faria
Excellent
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:One of my favorite Teddy Atlas + Kenny Robles videos
Timing: Boxing's Shot Clock For Success by Teddy Atlas
I've bought a bunch of these Teddy Atlas + Kenny Robles videos. I'm not sure which is my favorite, but this one is up there. Disclaimer - I've been a fan of Teddy Atlas for decades, so whatever he says, I'm going to listen in rapt attention. Atlas doesn't just go through the techniques - He is passionate about Boxing, and you'll get a lot here - boxing history, life advice, and an earnest insistence on doing these techniques correctly. Something kind of painful to watch is that Atlas doesn't let Robles off the hook, as they go through the techniques - Not only is Atlas training us, but he's training Robles right there on the spot, and if Robles doesn't do it the way Atlas wants it, they repeat it, sometimes three/four times. Atlas is a master coach (obviously), sometimes explaining, sometimes encouraging, and sometimes getting loud if he thinks it will work. I have kids, and watching this gave me some pointers :) I'm sure Robles knew what he was getting into when making this video, because Atlas does the same thing in other videos. Respect to you Kenny, for hanging in there, and having been willing to be publicly vulnerable throughout this, as part of your quest.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Easy to follow and great detail 👍�
BJJ For Kids: The Journey Begins by Josh Cooksley
My kids are learning much more efficiently because they can keep rewatching the videos to retain all the technique details. I’ve also picked up a lot myself!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:In less than an hour
The Triangle Machine by Craig Jones
In less than an hour Craig teaches multiple triangle setups as well as tips for finishing. Fun to learn from one of the best no gi guys out there!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Outstanding!
BJJ For Kids: The Journey Begins by Josh Cooksley
Thank you, my daughter loves it 🙏�
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Easy to follow
BJJ For Kids: The Journey Begins by Josh Cooksley
Clear instructions, well paced and really suitable for the lounge room - great for getting the kids moving.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Every time I watch it
The Triangle Machine by Craig Jones
Every time I watch it I pick something else up. The details are the key to finishing the move.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Mounty McMount Face.
Systematically Attacking From Top Pins: Mount by Gordon Ryan
It's a good'n. Ever mount someone, then think... 'what now'!? Then dismount and attack from top side control? Well, Gordon tells you what to do. Buy his DVD. Learn what to do... and I get my 15% discount for this review. Win win!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:awsome
No Gi Takedown Fundamentals by Andre Galvao
awsome
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great instructional. To the point
The Triangle Machine by Craig Jones
Great instructional. To the point and effective. Got a tap with first roll using methods.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Worth every penny
No Gi Open Guard Volume 1: K Guard by Lachlan Giles
Very thorough. Not for beginners, though. Highly recommend it if you are an intermediate grappler.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:My Daughter has really improved
BJJ For Kids: The Journey Begins by Josh Cooksley
I bought this to watch with my daughter who started training about a year ago and it's been great. The explanations are clear and concise and the different levels for the techniques are great to establish the basics before progressing to a higher level. Her performance on the mats have jumped drastically since we started.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Killer
The Ground Marshal Guard by Neil Melanson
Love all of Neil's grappling videos. Helps my evolution immensely
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:I Don't Always Play Closed Guard, But When I Do... I Prefer Coach Neil's Techniques
The Ground Marshal Guard by Neil Melanson
I bought this instructional about halfway through my first year of training no-gi BJJ. I've always been more comfortable working from top position, but I reluctantly came to admit I had very little in my game when it came to offense from closed guard. Having previously bought instructionals from Coach Neil, if I was going to buy a closed instructional, I knew I wanted to buy his. I admit it took me a little while to warm up to this one. That's not a critique of Coach Neil, it's more representative of the fact that closed guard remains one of my least favorite positions. For me, two of the most valuable parts of this instructional are the body position basics and closed guard breakdown sections. The details Coach Neil provides about optimal posture when you're playing closed guard and how to move your opponent with your lower body are things my coach has only mentioned briefly in class and that I don't see mentioned much in YouTube videos about closed guard. If triangles are your go-to submission from closed guard, you will LOVE this instructional! I'm slowly trying to become more confident with them, and there are definitely a couple of setups Coach Neil shows that I want to try in sparring some time. I also really like the Irish collar section. I enjoyed the YouTube video he has on it, and I was happy to see provides a much more comprehensive overview of the position in this instructional. I'm giving this instructional 4 stars instead of 5 because I would've liked to see Coach Neil cover a sweep or two (I bet he has some pretty cool ones!). However, I suspect that would've meant making other sections shorter or eliminating them completely. Also, I was a bit disappointed by the production value in this one. I'm betting it was released in BJJ Fanatics' earlier years because the production quality doesn't live up to the standard I've come to expect from them (e.g., you can hear the cameraman coughing and opening some sort of wrapper at various points).
Neil is a monster
The Shoulder Pin Guard System by Neil Melanson
Love all of Neil's grappling videos. Helps my evolution immensely..
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Worth every dollar!!
Buzzsaw Passing: No Gi by Andrew Wiltse
Helped my passing tremendously. Went from know one pass to having options even when I miss a pass. Can't wait to start chaining them all together.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Loved it
The Daisy Fresh Knee Slice by Andrew Wiltse
Great content. Broken down perfectly for my slow learning ability.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Great instructional !!
High Percentage Submissions by Bernardo Faria
Really love how you can set up all this high percentage submissions. Recommend 100%
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:
