Classic mount bridge escape broken down into the fine details by SPF. I like to imagine Im moving my torso side to side as Im pushing up with my hips when doing this move.

The hip escape and wrestling bridge are two of the most important and readily used techniques in jiu jitsu. These motions should be part of your daily training and worked into the warm up.

A few strong Judo grip breaks Travis has had lots of success with over the years.

Sean Apperson explains the twisted armlock from the mount as a follow up to a trap armlock. This is a nasty armlock that can go on fast so apply with caution. Most of the time this move is applied when your opponent is able to rotate their wrist away from lock, making it a solid second option t...

An advanced way to sit back up to the S mount and re-establish pressure to better break your opponents defensive grip. The pressure that can be applied from the mount using the legs is considerable stronger than staying on your low back.

Moku showing an excellent way to finish the powerful Kimura bent arm lock nogi. Pay attention to how he uses his knees to isolate and trap his opponents neck which prevents many common escapes. ***You can control a 250IB horse using neck control, take advantage of this fact when training BJJ.

Adam Benshea demonstrating a great kimura sit up drill designed to improve speed and effectiveness.

This cross side submission is a good option when you're not able to free your opponents arm for the kimura lock. This bicep slicer is illegal in some tournaments so make sure it is legal prior to attempting in competition. Either way, everything is legal in practice so learn to finish this hold...

SPF has a unique way to lock his quarter guard which adds a lot of power to his lower body. Pay attention to the way he hooks his feet not his ankles, which is the key to how he creates the space needed for this awesome kimura attack.

Meregali shows an outstanding option to deal with the lapel pass half guard sweep position. ***Pay attention to Nicholas's weight distribution once he steps over the head.

A nice step over finish to the series from side control when your opponent balls up in defense. **Make sure to keep your arms tight to your own body when attacking the kimura, we see a lot of students with loose arms.

Ukimi or break falls in Judo are critical for avoiding injury from poor falling technique. We think its best to begin learning these falling techniques on the mat and gradually working up to a standing position. Being comfortable with falling makes it that much easier to be offensive on the fee...