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The Pillars of Defense: Pin Escapes - Defensive to Offensive Cycles by Gordon Ryan reviews, page 2

The Pillars of Defense: Pin Escapes - Defensive to Offensive Cycles by Gordon Ryan has 273 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 April 18, 2022 to August 1, 2026. All of them are published below in full, unedited.

Reviews 26–50

• A great introduction to pin escapes

  I learnt a lot from this video, to the extent that I now know what to do in every pinning situation. Gordon is not only a great grappler, but also a methodical and systematic teacher. He is also an excellent communicator, which is hardly surprising given that he is the master of the subject! Thank you!

  Igor J.September 2, 2025GermanyVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• my main go to pin escape instructional

  my main go to pin escape instructional

  James D.September 1, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlack belt16 yrs training

• detailed and structured

  detailed and structured

  weijiu w.August 23, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• Pin escapes gordon

  Insanely reliable for pin escapes

  Bertram P.August 23, 2025DenmarkVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Good

  Very good, i can learn as a white belt general ideas, and revisit this instructional even years later, because it cover all the details

  Nick J.July 27, 2025UzbekistanVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Pin escapes

  Great content!

  Lane R.July 20, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• Pin escapes

  Great!

  Lane R.July 20, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• fantastic

  fantastic

  AnonymousJuly 17, 2025SpainVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• The Pillars of Defense: Pin Escapes - Defensive to Offensive Cycles by Gordon Ryan

  Exceptional like all other Gordon Ryan Instructionals

  Vito F.July 2, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• Pin escapes - Gordon Ryan

  He’s fantastic explaining concepts and why positions work or fail

  Ian Y.June 24, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBrown belt

• well worth it

  excellent material that is usable quickly

  Peter M.June 5, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt4-6 yrs training

• Insightful and detailed

  Covers details not covered by other instructional.

  Laurence C.May 17, 2025United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt16+ yrs training

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  Andrew E.May 16, 2025United StatesVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Pin Escapes

  Improved my escapes

  Jesse D.May 10, 2025United StatesVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Everything you need

  This is probably the most important video you need to develop a high level defensive cycle.

  AnonymousMay 7, 2025United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt4-6 yrs training

• Great start

  Great start to my jiu jitsu career

  AnonymousMay 7, 2025NorwayVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• 🤯 Every detail

  If you are the what if this happens guy at your gym and I am. This introductional is for you. Gordon leaves nothing unexplored. Highly recommended for all belt levels

  Ian B.May 6, 2025United StatesVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Super useful

  Great tips from GR

  Ewald N.May 3, 2025South AfricaVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• The Pillars of Defense: Pin Escapes - Defensive to Offensive Cycles Gordon Ryan

  Gordon Ryan’s The Pillars of Defense: Pin Escapes – Defensive to Offensive Cycles is hands down one of the most useful instructionals I’ve ever studied on escaping pins. Escapes are often overlooked or treated like a scramble, but Gordon breaks everything down into logical, repeatable frameworks that make the chaos of bottom position feel a lot more manageable—and even winnable. What really sets this apart is the emphasis on defensive structure leading into offensive transitions. It’s not just about getting out—it's about getting out and turning the tide. Gordon explains the underlying principles—elbow positioning, frames, timing, and how to control space—in a way that’s both beginner-friendly and deep enough for advanced grapplers to refine their game. Why it’s worth it: You’ll actually understand why your escapes fail—and how to fix them. Focuses on transitioning from defense to offense, not just surviving. Ryan’s methodical teaching style gives you a complete system—not just isolated moves. Great for anyone tired of being pinned and “just bridging and hoping.” Whether you're a newer student struggling from bottom or an experienced grappler looking to upgrade your survival game, this instructional gives you a plan—and confidence. One of the best escape-focused resources available, period.

  Scott K.May 1, 2025United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt4-6 yrs training

• Top

  This series made me so much better in such a short amount of time - it feels like cheating. Very good and very enjoyable. Additionally, it was great to see that Gordon Ryan admits at some positions that he doesn't have an answer to them instead of just not mentioning them. That it's worth a lot for the viewer.

  Eugen D.April 27, 2025GermanyVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• The Pillas of Defense: Pin Escapes - Defensive to Offensive Cycles by Gordon Ryan

  Really solid explanation of fundamental defensive pin escapes necessary for the beginner to master.

  Austin A.April 18, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• 👍

  👍

  Nicholas P.April 18, 2025United StatesVerified buyer

• Great

  Great instructional. It could be more concise.

  Alex L.April 12, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• bridging the gaps

  if you want to develop you offensive game as a beginner these skills are fundamental

  Patrick M.March 12, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt10-12 yrs training

• Great Resource

  Awesome resource to revisit from time to time to brush up on those fundamentals.

  John H.March 8, 2025United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt4-6 yrs training

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