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Triangle Choke: A Perfect Double Under Pass Counter

The triangle choke is one of the most common and also one of the highest percentage submissions in Grappling. When executed perfectly, it is a powerful weapon which is very hard to escape. There are...

Underhook From Half Guard: Here’s How To Counter It

So you’re playing top Half Guard and everything’s going well… But then your opponent goes for an underhook – which means that you could be in trouble. What are you supposed to...

The Ultimate Armbar Defense: Counter ‘Em With A Leg Lock

You know the saying: “Offense is sometimes the best defense.” And, well, the same holds true in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – because sometimes you’ll have an opportunity to counter...

Gordon Ryan Shows How To Take The Back Against Outside Ashi

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 Single Leg Counter Works Great On All Levels

Getting to the Single Leg is already hard… But getting the actual takedown can be even tougher. Especially if your opponent knows how to defend and if your favorite setup (i.e. probably...

Josh Barnett Reveals A Fantastic Half Nelson Counter – The Armbar

The Nelson Holds are wrestling techniques that aim to pin the opponent by immobilizing the arms and neck to secure a dominant position. It is originally a Catch wrestling move named after Horatio...

Omoplata Counter vs Single Leg Takedown: Works Better Than You Think

Ah, the Single Leg… We know, we know. You actually do like this takedown technique, even though you suck at it. But you’d still prefer to not be so bad at it, although it is – for whatever...

This Loop Choke Setup Is A Fantastic Counter To The Deep Half Guard

The Deep Half Guard! It’s a very powerful position that will control guard passers immediately. The general principle of using Deep Half Guard is that your one arm is in, that your hips are in as...

Here’s How To Counter The Mount “Leg Escape” In Jiu-Jitsu

The mount position is one of the most dominant controlling positions in BJJ. It is one of the fundamental positions in Jiu-Jitsu and is arguably one of the most valuable lessons a student will learn...

Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza Shows A Cartwheel Pass Counter To The Guard Pull

Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza is one of the most dominant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes in history. His modern approach to the “game” is what inspired many to follow the same tracks;...

Bernardo Faria Shows How To Stop The Over Under Pass (From Butterfly Guard)

The over under pressure is one of the hardest guard passes to deal with. If your opponent knows what they are doing, it is a real nightmare… Although the over under is a high percentage guard pass...

This Cross Grip Pass Counter Is Highly Efficient – Here’s How To Do It

There is one type of BJJ guard pass using a cross grip on the pants that is highly effective when attacking from the top position. This unique grip is a great way to control the guard player....

Dallas Niles Shows A Useful Over Under Pass Counter

We agree. Guard Retention isn’t exactly the coolest thing you could do or practice in Jiu-Jitsu. But no matter how “uncool” it may be, it’s still an extremely vital part of your BJJ...

You Have To Try This Super Cool Single Leg Counter

Every attack is an opportunity to further improve your defensive skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… However, every defense can also be an opportunity for a counter-attack; if you know your options and...

The Crucifix Is A Fantastic Counter Against Single Leg Takedown

Sprawled against a Single Leg takedown? Great job – but now you have to figure out what to do next, right? Well, one great option is to go for a Crucifix. Here are some of the key details to...

The Easiest & Best Way To Counter The Hip Bump Sweep

Image Credits: Evolve MMA Hip Bump Sweep also known as Getup Sweep or Situp Sweep is considered as one of the staple technique in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Quite often the effectiveness and the details...

Counter Berimbolos With This Sneaky Leg Lock Entry

Berimbolos… You can either love them or hate them. But the reality is, most BJJ athletes doing Berimbolos could be doing them a little better – which is why you have a chance to Leg Lock...

Caught In A Heel Hook? Counter With A Toehold

Leglocks have been at the center of the bjj zeitgeist for quite some time. They are referred to as the great equalizer. Cases like this are just why. A white belt competitor named James Hunt had an...

Counter The Annoying “Leg Escape” From Mount With This Easy Move

The mount position is one of the most dominant controlling positions in BJJ. It is one of the fundamental positions in Jiu-Jitsu and is arguably one of the most valuable lessons a student will learn...

You’ll Use This Over-Under Throwby Pass Counter All The Time

We agree. Guard Retention isn’t exactly the coolest thing you could do or practice in Jiu-Jitsu. But no matter how “uncool” it may be, it’s still an extremely vital part of your BJJ...

This Single Leg Counter to Back Take Is Surprisingly Easy

Whenever you have your training partner’s back, you have multiple submission options. ADCC competitor Josh Cisneros bait opponents into giving him EXACTLY wha he needs to enter the “Black...

Opponents Keep Back-Stepping Your Half Guard? Try These 2 Counters

So you’ve finally started playing Half Guard. Fantastic! You’ve set out on the road with a lot of possibilities in training and competition. However, you’ve probably soon found out...