Neil Melanson Shows A Powerful Way To Take The Back From Turtle
Dec 01, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
It can be sometimes incredibly frustrating when your opponent turtles up, because it can seem that there’s no way you can open them up. And even less so, to take their back – which might...
Jordan Preisinger Has The Best Armbar Setup (From The Back)
Nov 29, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
When it comes to submission setups from the back, the first one that comes to mind is probably the Rear Naked Choke, right? It’s not really the Armbar… Which is something that you should...
Demian Maia Shows How To Escape Back Control In BJJ
Nov 26, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
So your opponent took your back, right? They have both hooks in and that Seatbelt Grip… And, well, you’re not in a good spot. You might get submitted fast, too – at least if you...
Here’s How To Escape The Back (EBI Overtime Start)
Nov 22, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
When it comes to events with the EBI ruleset, once the match goes into overtime each competitor gets a shot at either their opponent’s back, with both leg hooks and a seat belt – or the...
Jeff Glover Has Simple Advice For Better Jiu-Jitsu: “Block The Go Behind”
Nov 19, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
What’s the absolute worst position to end up in if you’re on the receiving end in Jiu-Jitsu? Yeah – it’s getting your back taken. And yet, chances are that you let your...
Here’s A Tricky Back Take From Bottom Half Guard – You’ve Got To Learn How To Do It
Nov 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Stuck in bottom Half Guard? Yeah… That’s not fun at all, isn’t it? Especially when you take into consideration that you’re not just feeling uncomfortable – but...
Here Are 3 Ways To Escape Back Control In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Nov 12, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If someone has your back in Jiu-Jitsu, you’re in deep trouble. Why? Because the back is the most dominant control of all in the Gentle Art – and you’re purely on the defensive....
Garry Tonon Has A Cool Back Take From Standing In Jiu-Jitsu
Nov 06, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
As a general rule, you should stay away from techniques which seem fancy in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – and, rather, stick to those which actually work. But, every now and then, the fancy and...
BJJ Advice: Unsure What To Do? Go For The Back
Oct 26, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art of many options. There are so many things that can happen during a roll, so many variations to any given situation, that you can never know what might happen...
Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back Against Outside Ashi
Oct 22, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
If you’re rolling against a training partner who really likes going for Leg Locks, then you know how fun it can be… And, sometimes, how frustrating it can be as well. Which is why...
This Back Take From K Guard Works Really Well
Oct 21, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
There are a lot of ways to take the back in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However, the most effective of ways are often, at the same time, the most unexpected of ways, too. For example – who of your...
This Back Take Is Perfect Against Training Partners Who Love To Invert
Oct 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Do you have a training partner or two who just love to invert and attack your legs… More specifically, Heel Hooks and Kneebars? If so, then here is a neat little back take that they...
Demian Maia Shows A Cool Way To Take The Back In Jiu-Jitsu (From Butterfly Guard)
Sep 28, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Butterfly Guard is a super versatile guard in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In fact, it’s so versatile that it’s useful not “just” for submission setups and sweeps – but also...
This Is An Unstoppable Way To Take The Back From Closed Guard
Sep 24, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Sure, the Closed Guard might not be the most exciting position to play in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… But it doesn’t have to be exciting to be effective, right? Because, there are a LOT of...
Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back After Failed Heel Hook Attempt
Sep 24, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Heel Hook is one of the most devastating submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. But, just like any other submission, it can be escaped with proper technique and timing. So, what happens when you...
Here’s How To Escape The Worst Back Control (Top Side Triangle & Bottom Side Underhook)
Sep 15, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
It’s one thing to get stuck in back control, when your opponent puts their hooks in… And it’s a whole other thing when they triangle their legs. Not just because of the degree of...
Here’s A Simple Way To Ankle Lock From Back Control
Aug 19, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
There are several things that constitute good back control in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For instance, getting your seatbelt grip is often the safest thing to do to establish control, while staying as...
Dante Leon Shows The Double Leg Body Lock To The Back Setup
Aug 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The transition between standing techniques and ground techniques are rarely taught in BJJ. This is a small window of opportunity that is often neglected in BJJ. Capitalising on this moment is a...
Here’s How To Transition To Mount After Losing Back Control In BJJ
Jul 16, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Mount is the second-most dominant position you could get to in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. But it can also be extremely difficult to transition into. Namely, when you get to the back, your training...
Roger Gracie Shows How To Open The Leg Against A Tight Turtle – And Get The Hook In
Jun 27, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The best moves in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are, arguably, the ones which aren’t (too) complicated – and that you can resort to more often than not. These high percentage techniques need to be learned...
This Is How To Fake The Single Leg & Get To The Back
Jun 12, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
One way to transition from a single leg takedown to a back take in Jiu-Jitsu is by setting up the takedown first and then switching to the back control after securing the leg. To begin, shoot in for...
This Is The Easiest Way To Take The Back On An Inverted Opponent
Apr 23, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The goal of every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner should be to secure the back position during rolling or competing, due to its immense advantages. Not only does this provide an infinite amount of...
Having Trouble Securing The Rear Naked Choke? Try This
Apr 04, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The Rear Naked Choke is a true “king” of submissions. Applied from the back – the most dominant position – it leaves your opponents no options other than to tap out or go to...
This Guillotine Choke Setup Against Back Escapes Works Surprisingly Well
Mar 24, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The back is there to be taken! It’s no coincidence that taking someone’s back is regarded as the most powerful position to have in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; it’s where you can pose a LOT of danger...
