Cradle of Filth by Neil Melanson
190 reviews · 4.98 / 5
Neil Melanson · Combo
The Catch Wrestling Formula by Neil Melanson reviews, page 4
The Catch Wrestling Formula by Neil Melanson has 123 customer reviews in this archive, averaging 4.97 out of 5. 97% are five-star and 0 are one or two stars. Reviews run from February 19, 2018 to October 10, 2025. All of them are published below in full, unedited.
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Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Cradle Series!
I'm an older beginner (late 40s) with a background in wrestling. When rolling I find myself regularly in a position to take cradle, and have been trying to figure out how to include it into my game. Coach recommended Neil's instructional, and it's been extremely valuable - I've already caught a couple guys with it. No doubt will pick up the rest of Neil's instructionals, and already bought his book on mastering triangles (whether my old brain will absorb it all is a different story). Wish I could learn from the man himself! But this is a second-best way to learn. Highly recommend.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Practical guard pass
I've been using this Lapel-Collar Cradle for years. High percentage Guard Passing.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Great Instruction
Neils attention to detail is top notch. The way he gets the information across is so effective.
Maybe The BEST!
I have several programs from Neal, this is the one I probably refer to watch the most, amazing nuggets of catch wrestling gold in this one!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Best overview of catch on BJJF
Awesome vid, used the skills in this video through out my regular training. Highly recommend
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Start collecting his stuff now!
If you're not looking to collect all of Neil's instructional I don't know what you're waiting for!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Neil is a mastermind
Neil breaks things down on a conceptual level that makes it easy to wrap your head around techniques even if you have a Neanderthal brain like myself! A true mastermind who always thinks outside the box!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Excellent video with great insights
Excellent video with great insights and perspective on new topics I had no idea about before watching this content
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Very Good Instructional
This is a very good source of info on the subject. Neil does a great job teaching these techniques in a clear and straightforward way. A++
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:We’ll explained
We’ll explained, but weird that it didn’t have a proper intro tho but was great
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Drill partners will hate you lol!
Great content, All of Neils videos are great. A very different approach that really appeals to guys who like to grind. Some content here that you will find no where else that really imporved my game.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Would recommend
Super straight forward and good fundamentals
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Awesome material! It’s Neil, always
Awesome material! It’s Neil, always good.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:The Catch Wrestling Formula Neil Melanson
Clear, Concise, and to the point. Neil gives you simple instructions and explanations that are easy to understand without boring you to do death. Refreshing to watch and instructional that keeps your interest while you learn.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Great variety of techniques from Neil
Neil’s instruction and detail are top notch, and this instructional is kinda of a variety pack from the other ones. This is a good introduction to Neil’s style, which while the video is called “catch,” is really a variety of disciplines mixed together as Neil himself later elaborates. Nevertheless, Neil’s approach to grappling is excellent, and shows many techniques that are unique. My only complaints about this video is that some of the same techniques are even repeated from DVD 2 to DVD 3, and that the production quality is not so high. His later instructions seem to be much better throughout in terms of organization. Still it’s worth a pick-up if you’re a Neil fan, or want an intro to his teaching.
Slightly late review but what
Slightly late review but what a great purchase, I watched it on a flight and will it again before drilling and putting into practice.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Catch Wrestling
A good video with Neil showing his style of CACC!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Very Good
After watching the 1st DVD, I know I have made a wise purchase this is going to help my technique immeasurably, thank you, Neil, for sharing and thank you BJJ Fanatics it's been "A huge Honour for me" to learn from your instructionals.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Awesome seminar on catch wrestling
Really great instruction that anyone can add to their game. Highly effective!
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:pure awesomeness
great examples. Great material. Great dismantling of techniques. he's doing a fantastic job in this video of explain the material he's teaching. you can tell he has an in-depth knowledge all the techniques he is showing in this video.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging:Solid stuff, a different take on grappling
I really enjoyed the cradle material covered in this instructional. It is an effective method to deal with guard play and readily implemented into my game.
Paul cherry
this is an excellent instructional and a most have for any serious grappler
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::call_me_hand::skin-tone-2:Fantastic
A wonderful introduction and demonstration of blending Catch Wrestling and BJJ into a fluid and seamless hybrid grappling system
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:The Cath Wtestling Formula
The best instructional, very professional and different approach Neil never disappoint
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