Basics wins! Understand position and posture and see how much stronger you feel on top when passing the guard.

Jamelao uses an excellent method to both break his opponents posture but also sit up and take a commanding sleeve pass grip.

Learning the proper grip technique and the fundamental posture needed to throw is a critical fundamental of Judo. Israel explains the pit falls of common mistakes in regards to posture and hand positioning in this important video. Remember, proper gripping and posture is just as important on th...

Jamalao discusses proper posture and body position in the open guard. ** The wide stance and close pressure makes maneuvering the hips difficult for the bottom player.

In this video Adam Benshea demonstrates an effective counter to the popular knee to same side guard pass in Jiu Jitsu. This technique is based on timing and allowing your training partner to spring the trap. Its important to allow your opponent to progress into his pass attempt prior to transit...

Matt Lindland demonstrates how to set up a single leg takedown from the underhook control. Keys to focus on with this move is the level change posture and head position and eliminating the space with the underhook.

Tachi-waza (Standing Techniques) Koshi-waza (Hip Techniques) O Goshi or large hip throw is another classic Judo throw. The O goshi can be hit with a variety of grips and from different angles. This throwing technique is popular in wrestling, Judo, MMA, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition. Key det...

Tachi-waza (Standing Techniques) Ashi-waza (Foot and Leg Techniques) The uchi mata is a clasic big Judo throw used by some of the best players in the world. Make sure you have good control of the sleeve and upright posture or you could open yourself up so single leg counters in jiu jitsu. Also, o...

Understanding the basic theory of the sport of Judo helps explain many of the drills and warm up exercises. The core concepts of off balancing your opponent and proper posture cannot be drilled and discussed enough.

Anthony explains a great drill for maintaining proper posture and stance for wrestling skill development. **A great warmup drill for starting classes

Stephen Abas demonstrates how to use the very common front headlock position in wrestling to hit an inside trip. The headlock allows you to move your opponents feet and control his posture while you set up for the inside trip. Its very important to drive all the way to your knee when hitting th...

The low single is a highly successful leg attack in wrestling. Its critical not to penetrate your head through your opponents legs which can open you up to counter attack. Watch how Stephen uses his posture and head position to complete the shot.

The first objective in defending the dangerous triangle choke is to posture up and create distance from your opponent while weakening his leg squeeze.

Tachi-waza (Standing Techniques) Koshi-waza (Hip Techniques)

O Goshi or large hip throw is another classic Judo throw. The O goshi can be hit with a variety of grips and from different angles. This throwing technique is popular in wrestling, Judo, MMA, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competition. Ke...

Milton explains the sequence of passing the quarter guard by breaking his hips and controlling the bottom man with a cross face position.

Jeff explains a great set up to the guillotine choke off a back step pass. This technique is a bait so your timing can ruin the surprise if you reach for the neck to soon. Often times creating space can encourage your opponent to move into traps if set up properly.

Using the guillotine threat and control when passing is a devastating situation for your opponent to deal with. We like to create pressure on a submission threat and a pass at the same time for maximum effectiveness.

Jeff Glover demonstrates his floating style guard pass without the gi in this video. For lighter players in BJJ, this style of passing can be extremely effective being that the separation makes it hard for your opponent to push you off or bridge you off. Jeff is very dangerous in this position ...

Adam Benshea uses a loop choke to put a quick end to the common double under guard pass. The double under is a strong guard passing sequence but has the obvious disadvantage of leaving your neck exposed. Learn to quickly attack the loop choke to discourage your training partner from using this ...

Adam benshea uses a clever shoulder lock to force his passing opponent to either submit or back off the pass attempt. We love counter offense and this attack has many outstanding follow up options if your opponent escapes the first lock. ** Chain your offensive attacks together for maximum effe...

Meregali shows a great standing option to deal with the 50/50 position in Jiu Jitsu. Balance and posture are everything in this great pass, note all the details about where your feet should be during this pass.

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.