BJJ black belt Herbert Burns (brother of Gilbert Durinho Burns) teaches his 5 favorite takedowns for BJJ.
1) The Double Leg Takedown
Expert Tip: Keep your hips lower than your opponent’s to make it easier for you to get a deep shot.
2) The Single Leg Takedown
Expert Tip: Make sure you lift your opponent’s elbow up when you control him. The closer his elbows are to his body, the more difficult it will be for you.
3) Fireman’s Carry (Kata Guruma)
Expert Tip: Whatever you do, don’t let go of your grip on the sleeve when you are performing this move. This will keep your opponent from escaping and taking your back.
4) Fake Guard Pull To Ankle Pick
Expert Tip: In order to take maximum advantage of the situation, this technique should be executed quickly using leverage.
5) Foot sweep To Single Leg Takedown
Expert Tip: The “driving a bus” motion is a very important aspect in BJJ takedowns. This allows you to torque your opponent with maximum force, ensuring that they are off balance.
