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This page lists reviews 81,351–81,400 of 89,207, newest first, covering 2021-08-23 to 2021-08-29. 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 81,351–81,400
Such a beautiful way to
Closed Guard: BJJ Fundamentals - Go Further Faster by John Danaher
Such a beautiful way to seed core concepts of positions. Very thorough and well-laid out.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Great DVD
Dynamic De La Riva Guard by Otavio Sousa
The techniques shown in this instructional is the exact same techniques Otavio Sousa uses in his competition. Same techniques that won him 3 world championships. Sousa is incredibly athletic but the techniques he shown doesn't require athleticism or flexibility. His sit up guard is what made me pull the trigger on his instructional and I was not disappointed. Everyone can benefit from white belt to black belt.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻My prisoners kept escaping my
The Body Lock Pass by Lachlan Giles
My prisoners kept escaping my grips and running out of the dungeon sometimes making it all the way to the electric fence. Since learning the body lock, I have been able to control them much better.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Great instructional for me. It's
Cradle of Filth by Neil Melanson
Great instructional for me. It's a position I get to a lot but have trouble finishing. Lots of new tools in the toolbox now.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Great instructional Erik Paulson always
Dynamic Submissions by Erik Paulson
Great instructional Erik Paulson always dropping gold knowledge
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Solid material and easy to
Breaking Legs and Breaking Hearts by Garry Tonon
Solid material and easy to digest
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻great
Wrist Lock The World by Pete Letsos
great
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Thorough coverage of the omoplata – entering, submitting and including countering the defences to the omoplata (long Review)
Automatic Omoplata System by Clark Gracie
In this instructional Clark Gracie provides a comprehensive study of the omoplata including an introduction, a range of “fundamental and intermediate” entries, reliably finishing the submission and a range of complementary techniques. The instructional runs for 2 hours 6 minutes and consists of 24 chapters. Vol 1 (30 minutes) covers teaching the basic omoplata and then a series of entries including open guard when the opponent is kneeling; spider guard when the opponent is standing; and closed guard from both the flower sweep and the elevator sweep / single hook sweep. Vo 2 (36 minutes) teaches from the closed guard a backwards rolling sweep to side control with the potential to enter a triangle depending on where the opponent places their arms or if they attempt to defend the sweep you can move to an omoplata; a closed guard entry from compromising the opponent’s posture; and a series a submission transitions, triangle from guard and several armbars from guard and side control where the initial submission is failing to a successful omoplata or modifying the initial submission to make it work (e.g. triangle to reverse triangle). Vol 3 (22 minutes) teaches how to address omoplata counters including when the opponent postures up using their free arm during the early stages of the technique; again, posturing up but instead of using their free arm using their opposite leg; and posturing up with the opposite leg and also grabbing your extended leg providing the opponent with opportunities for a toe hold or to assist in their posturing and escaping. The second part of this volume teaches three omoplata entries from the De La Riva guard. Vol 4 (38 minutes) teaches several omoplata techniques from the lasso guard (opponent kneeling and standing); how to counter when an opponent attempts to roll out of an omoplata; a drill for developing your omoplata skills; and an introduction to a technique called the pretzelplata. In summary, the pretzelplata is taught from lasso and involves sweeping your opponent so that they end up face down with their far leg under their body with this leg resting on your lap and with their near arm in an omoplata. Clark Gracie is clearly very knowledgeable about the omoplata. His instructions are clear and to the point. He clearly demonstrates and narrates each of the techniques. As is usual, all the techniques are repeated from different angles. In my opinion this is an easy instruction to watch and it flows logically from technique to technique. Overall, the range, quality of the vision and sound is good. A single fixed camera has been used and the range of the camera is good. The available preview is consistent with the whole instructional. In summary, this is an excellent instructional on the omoplata and if you are looking to broaden your range of submissions then this would be a worthwhile instructional to purchase.
Important refinements for Half Guard
Visible Jiu Jitsu: The Half Guard System by Bruno Bastos
The Bastos half-guard system is important for anyone attacking from half guard or defending against a half-guard player. Developed over decades on the competition mats, these techniques are well tested. Highly recommend this series.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Very short and narrow in scope
Funky Wrestling Reversals by Ben Askren
The instruction is very short (45 min with realistically about 20 minutes of actual material) and covers only around 4-5 moves with some minor variations. Ben usually only shows the move once, and then spends more time talking about it then showing how it is done. He does give good explanations for why he does what he does, but nothing in the instructional is anything extremely esoteric. Neither good nor bad, but this instruction is targeted for wrestling rules, and not BJJ. If any BJJers or submission grapplers are interested. Using these techniques can have value in submission grappling, but you need to be conscious that you may be exposing yourself for techniques which are not legal or preferred under folkstyle/freestyle rules. There are better wrestling for BJJ instructionals out there.
Buzzaw vid tips worked for me!
Buzzsaw Passing: No Gi by Andrew Wiltse
I bought a few other vids from BJJ Fanatics and they were more difficult to implement straight into my rolling without 1 on 1 drills as a supplement. For Wiltse's video I was able to go straight from my home bjj ***** to the club and I found that the first Buzzaw pass techniqued was working for me right away in rolling! I also found Andrew's voice was loud anough and entertaining enough to keep me engaged. The only minor critique would be he throws a handful of F-bombs (or swears) in the dialogue; I don't mind but Andrew may want to consider his potential Family, children, or religious listeners on future videos. Thanks!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Roger Gracie Closed Guard System
The Roger Gracie Closed Guard System by Roger Gracie
Roger Gracie's closed guard system is great especially for aging folks practicing BJJ like myself. I highly recommend this to anyone who want simple and effective way to work with the closed guard.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🔥🤗Video was rad
Wrist Lock The World by Pete Letsos
Video was rad
Good
Advanced Guillotine Guard by Bjorn Friedrich
Another good series. Am very impressed. Very well explained, I was able to test this right away. With some training, this also works in practice
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Review
Get Off Me Fool by Jeff Glover
Great instructional for people new to Jiu jitsu to be confident in their escapes!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Great fundamentals
Pin Escapes & Turtle Escapes: BJJ Fundamentals - Go Further Faster by John Danaher
Great fundamentals
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗The videos are very easy
Foundations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu by Bernardo Faria
The videos are very easy to follow. Good foundation for escapes and really drives home the need to get the basics done right. Very good introduction to fundamentals.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Easy to follow, Hard to mess up
Ripped In 12 Weeks Intermittent Fasting & Easy Bodyweight Fitness by Tom Deblass
Deblass really made this program easy to understand and follow. No fluff in this video just exactly what any practitioner needs. Plus the order in which he delivers is perfect! Thanks as always @bjjfantics for great content!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Cradles
The Blackout Hybrid Pin and Cradle System by David Petrone
Good stuff. Cradles are the best thing since sliced bread
Response from BJJ Fanaticshahaha 🤗Absolute Gold
Proven Partner Drills For Striking Success by Kirian Fitzgibbons
This is arguably the best striking program that I've ever come across, and I've seen quite a few. Coach Kirian is straight and to the point in all of his lessons, and more importantly the program is expertly organized. Everything is easy to learn and remember, you won't be left with any doubts when sharing this with your MMA striking or kickboxing class. All of the drills are practical and are designed to promote expert-level technical skills, in a safe and progressive manner. When Coach does talk, he shares with you his winning philosophy and attitude which has made his gym and team a success. This series is completely worth every penny and any striking coach would do well to invest in this program for their team!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻CLEAR & CONCISE
The Art Of Pressure: Half Guard Passing by Luiz Dentinho
Such applicable techniques to anyone's game - following the proper techniques by Professor Dentinho, any person of any weight can apply some serious pressure. The details are next level and game changing. 100% worth it.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻A good introduction to the cross-collar sleeve guard, De La Riva guard and lasso guard (Long Review)
The Flow Chart System Open Guard Part 1 by Eric Laporte
If you want to leave the safety of the closed guard and start working your open guard then this instructional is a great way to learn a range of techniques from three open guards including cross-collar sleeve, De La Riva and lasso. The instructional teaches the fundamental techniques (Gi) including entering the guard and controlling the opponent and a range of sweeps and submissions. Overall, in terms of the submissions taught they include armbars, a canto style choke, a triangle choke, an omoplata, a kneebar, heel hooks, a toe hold, an ankle lock, a bicep slicer and a wrist lock. Also provided with the instructional is a pdf file designed to assist with your learning. The pdf comprises a series of flowcharts for each of the three guards showing you how to navigate the techniques taught in the instructional (e.g., from a specific guard with the opponent standing what are your choices, etc). The instructional runs for 4 hours 12 minutes and consists of 54 chapters. Eric Laporte teaches in a relaxed manner. He commences the instructional teaching open guard fundamentals (i.e., efficient movement, staying in contact with the opponent, and a quick introduction to open guard retention) and how to effectively break your opponent’s grips. For the first two guards Eric Laporte approaches the topic by firstly teaching the fundamentals and then teaching techniques dependent on what position the opponent is in (i.e., kneeling or standing for CCSG and when their weight is forward or backward for the DLR). For the lasso once the fundamentals have been addressed, he teaches techniques based on whether you are on your side or back. Eric Laporte’s instructions are clear, as are the demonstrations. Overall, the quality of the vision is good. Sound is reasonable, noting that Eric Laporte is softly spoken in this instructional. A single fixed camera has been used and the range of the camera is good. The angles of the technique displayed are appropriate. The available previews are consistent with the whole instructional. In summary, in my opinion this is a solid and good value instructional that I found to be a great introduction to the open guard. It has increased my confidence in using the open guard. The techniques taught are effective and not overly complex and nor do they require lots of flexibility or strength.
Response from BJJ FanaticsThanks so much for your detailed review! 🤗Very interesting and useful to
Self Mastery: Solo BJJ Training Drills by John Danaher
Very interesting and useful to train outside the mat
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Im a BJJ Fanatics Fan..if
The X Guard Masterclass by Nicholas Meregali
Im a BJJ Fanatics Fan..if its on BJJ Fanatics its always really good to watch and learn from.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Blue belt Requirements
Blue Belt Requirements 2.0 by Roy Dean
Great video from Roy Dean. Step by step instructions on everything a white belt like me needs to improve towards blue belt
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Loving the cradle position
The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Cradle by Bjorn Friedrich
The cradle is one of my favorite positions. Excellent and detailed video series by Björn Friedrich. A must have for cradle lovers
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Great job!
Junny's Passing The Guard: Outside/Inside Passing, Knee Shield, Chain Passing by Junny Ocasio
Many think of Junny as a pure leglocker. The truth is, Junny's passing game is at least as potent as his leglocks, perhaps even more so. This is why I was so excited to get my hands on his first passing instructional. The content of the instructional is top notch. I appreciate that Junny gives a broad overview of his style of passing while taking the time to hone in on the small details that make it work. This means that a range of practitioners can find value in the instructional. I highly recommend it for both beginner and advanced. BUY IT!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Escapes
New Wave Jiu Jitsu: A New Philosophy Of Positional Escapes by John Danaher
Great video. The attention to detail and philosophical approach are effective at delivering a terrific instructional.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Amazing details and organization
No Gi Berimbolo System Part 1 by Mikey Musumeci
This instructional has the same level of amazing detail that Mikey puts into all his other videos, but it has his best organization yet with larger sections grouped together by the type of control he uses and the small sections being concise and free of repetition. Probably Mikey's best work yet.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Awesome techiniques, super well done!
Sambo for BJJ by Vlad Koulikov
Adding this to anyone's grappling arsenal is a must. Also Vlad has a great way of teaching making it much easier to grasp and apply the techniques. Love it!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Loving it so far
New Wave Jiu Jitsu: A New Philosophy Of Positional Escapes by John Danaher
Not finished with the course yet, but I’m extremely happy with my purchase so far, amazing and practical details that make a huge difference. John Danaher is a fantastic instructor.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻No longer fearing the Gym Leg Reapers
Dismantling Leglocks by Zach Maslany
This instructional helped a ton with understanding leg lock escapes. At first, I was clueless to leg attacks, & would just always give an easy tap when someone went for the legs. Zach simplifies the escapes required to improve your game tremendously.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Defense Anthology
Get Off My Legs Gringo by Craig Jones
This is the leg lock defense anthology. Craig details out the concepts as well as the technique in a very logical manner within all the leglock positions. There were so many “aha!” moments in this instructional. A+++
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Really good, one of the
The Ultimate Rubber Guard by Eddie Bravo
Really good, one of the best I have come across
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Great positional reference regarding the truck.
Truck The World by Geo Martinez
Great instructional regarding the truck position, I was really able to work this into my game very easily. Geo shows a lot of great set ups abs entries as well as great controls once the truck is established.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Love the new concept and
New Wave Jiu Jitsu: A New Philosophy Of Positional Escapes by John Danaher
Love the new concept and ways to approach being in bad positions! Definitely a must have for someone wanting to be deadly in their ground game!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Top notch
Enter The System Bundle by John Danaher
Top notch
Response from BJJ Fanatics😎🤗Great Concept Explanation
The Modern Butterfly Guard No Gi by Jon Satava
Like every great instructor, John Satava explains the concept and mechanics of each position and his moves are illustrations of those concepts. Everything he shows can be applied to all areas of your game and easily adapted to your style.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Simplifying the Triangle
The Triangle Machine by Craig Jones
One of the best videos out there on how to develop a mean triangle. Short, simple, & to the point, with tons of pointers and techniques in the details. Craig is one of the best
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗Awesome
Fundamental Armbar Mechanics by Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec
Awesome
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Finally, a video series devoted to defense
Smart BJJ Defenses and Escapes Volume 2 by Thomas Lisboa
I needed this...!!! There are all kinds of videos out there for offense and submissions. BUt finally, a video series that shows important counter moves to some of the most common submissions.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Good techniques taught well (long review)
The Cobrinha Kimura Trap System by Rubens "Cobrinha" Charles
This instructional teaches the kimura from several different positions including side control / side mount, closed guard, north-south, passing the half guard, passing the deep half guard, the crucifix and as a defence from a single leg takedown (i.e., Kimura trap). These techniques are taught in a GI. Additionally, in specific circumstances the instructional covers transitioning from a kimura to an armbar, to an armlock, inverted triangle choke, one arm choke and the head scissor choke. As part of teaching techniques from the closed guard there is a chapter on teaching how to perform the hip bump sweep. The instructional runs for 2 hours 54 minutes and consists of 48 chapters. Rubens “Cobrinha” Charles instructions are clear and easy to follow. He clearly demonstrates each technique from different angles, narrates with appropriate detail and the techniques are repeated several times. For most techniques a separate chapter is provided to highlight common mistakes, which is useful to understand what might be going wrong when a technique fails. In my opinion the quality of the teaching is excellent. What detracts from this instructional is the order of the individual chapters. Rather than have chapters dealing with a particular position (e.g. closed guard) organised sequentially, they are instead randomly placed over the four parts. I think the common mistakes chapters are very useful, but for several techniques the mistakes chapter comes before the technique is taught (e.g. “Crucifix of kimura trap from the inside single leg” and “Underhook counter to the kimura”). Another example of the odd order of the chapters is that the first chapter of the instructional demonstrates what to do when a kimura from side mount fails because the opponent clasps their hands and therefore you instead go to an armbar and the very last chapter of the instructional is how to do a kimura from the side mount. Additionally, I think it would have been useful, particularly for white belts to have an introduction to the instructional and within this chapter explain and show what is a good kimura (e.g., angle of the opponent’s arm, your hand grips, how the submission works and perhaps mention safety when training kimuras). Overall, the range, quality of the vision and sound is good. The film editing is not optimal and while it is only a minor issue, for completeness I am noting this issue. Several times, but for very short periods Rubens “Cobrinha” Charles is seen speaking but there is no sound or he is speaking and his words don’t match the vision. This issue is evident in the start of the first preview clip – “armbar from kimura trap of the inside single leg”. In summary, the techniques and teaching are excellent, however be aware there are issues related to the organisation of the chapters (i.e., in my opinion less than optimal ordering of the individual chapters).
Fantastic fun!
Kidz Jiu-Jitsu Headlock Escapes by Firas Zahabi
Fantastic fun!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Excellent overview of the Kimura
Kimura Domination by Tom DeBlass
Excellent overview of the Kimura Trap.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Inside Foot Pommel...The very best!
Breaking Legs and Breaking Hearts by Garry Tonon
Before getting this instructional I thought I would learn Imanari Rolls, inversions and all kind of set ups for attaking the legs...but man, what I never expected was discovering such a massive destruction arm as the Inside foot Pommel technique. What can I say? Garry is my idol now.
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻fantastic!
No Gi Open Guard Volume 1: K Guard by Lachlan Giles
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Great shirt
Jiu Jitsu Star
Love this shirt!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤙🏻🤗GLOVER'S TRAVEL
Clean Sweeps For No-Gi by Jeff Glover
You'll make a clean sweep of the competition after putting these techniques and concepts in your game!
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Great compliment
The Anti-Wrestling Equation by Craig Jones
This DVD is a great compliment to Danahers front head + back attack system. As well as diving into other positions not commonly taught in jiu jitsu schools. My front head position / turtle attacks feel sharper because of this dvd. Thanks Craig and bjj fanatics
Response from BJJ Fanatics🤗🤙🏻Love it !
Truck The World by Geo Martinez
Really like the teaching style, information is easy to process Seems to cover all aspects of the position I would definitely purchase another instructional by Geo