tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41092722525890317242024-03-12T19:28:49.414-05:00Josh's Jiu-Jitsu JournalJosh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.comBlogger1045125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-71099430762743762492021-11-18T10:22:00.002-06:002021-11-18T10:22:27.015-06:00Master Worlds Trip 2021 Part 1 Preparation and Training<p>I wanted to get my thoughts down about the experience of preparing and competing in IBJJF Master Worlds 2021. While I've competed in this tournament 2 other times (2017 and 2019), this is the first time that I helped others prepare. We went with a good size group this year. This year Zac Davis and Josh Johnson signed up to compete as well. I felt like it was on me to share my past experiences and to come up with a plan to help us all prepare.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCotWrDZ9VGVNbZYdKW9oHPQ9UVxvcJmpHgpikp-jVNs_MLVofAA5D4LmuIZDemYxX3fo4kBpvZeUvtT9sXnXXY3WhwmFa6SDZtGO63NRxkWc9YnE3Y2YPLKtkvJykDX2byJsVBJ4rHDGe/s1440/254350226_10158084247027121_3760443364905963895_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1238" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCotWrDZ9VGVNbZYdKW9oHPQ9UVxvcJmpHgpikp-jVNs_MLVofAA5D4LmuIZDemYxX3fo4kBpvZeUvtT9sXnXXY3WhwmFa6SDZtGO63NRxkWc9YnE3Y2YPLKtkvJykDX2byJsVBJ4rHDGe/w366-h426/254350226_10158084247027121_3760443364905963895_n.jpg" width="366" /></a></div><p></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Preparation</b></p><p>June 23rd Started Line Group: Used a messenger app that we could share
all of the details of the tournament and plan our training. <br /></p><p>August 8th: Sunday training started</p><p>November 11-13: Competition</p><p><b>My personal goals:</b></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Get better and more confident with stand-up</li><li>Improve gas tank and aggression</li></ul><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Team goals:</b><br /></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Develop game plans</li><li>Familiarize everyone with the rules</li><li>Describe the experience to help prepare for the chaos of a tournament</li><li>Get to know teammates' personality and games </li><li>Develop coaching relationships</li></ul><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Creating a warm-up</b></p><p style="text-align: left;">This
is a factor of BJJ competition that I think is often overlooked. With
the adrenaline dump we can often go out on the mat and be strong, but it
often leads to tightness during the match, muscle burnout, and make it
difficult to catch your breath which can exhaust you for your next
match. I tried to emphasize to everyone to pick warm-up exercises that
you can do by yourself with limited space. Things like burpees,
push-ups, airplane push-ups, jumping squats, etc. You really want to
get a sweat going before you get on the mat for your first match. <br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Making Weight</b></p><p style="text-align: left;">Making
weight was a huge part of the trip. It's important to know if you can
make the weight class that you enter under and if you can feel strong at
that weight. In Jiu-Jitsu you usually have to weigh in on the day if
not right before you compete. It doesn't pay to dehydrate yourself to
make a weight class. Months ahead I changed my diet to use intermittent
fasting and that seems to work for me. I was on weight a couple weeks
before competing. </p>Check
out the rules for the tournament and figure out if you have to weigh
with your gi on and how much time you need before you compete. It can
be a tough decision to determine if going down a weight class is worth
it. Competing is stressful enough but limiting calories can have an
affect on the fighters mood as well as physical performance.<br /><br />We
all made weight easily, partly because I think their scales are like 5
lbs off at least. But it did cause some stress for each of us.<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday training:</b></p><p style="text-align: left;">For the Sunday training sessions we would start at 8:30 AM and train for a little over an hour. I would try my best to figure out a theme for each session. During the earlier sessions we would discuss our A game strategies. The main topics being a Guard Pass, a Sweep, a Submission, and the Stand-Up strategy. We did some sessions where we would drill these techniques and then do some rolling.</p><p style="text-align: left;">One of the drilling formats is the Best Case Scenario drill. This is drilling your A game techniques from standing until submission. For instance my A game path was to get grips cross collar and sleeve and throw tai otoshi, then go to knee on belly and setup a baseball bat choke. That was my game plan if everything went according to plan. <br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">As the training sessions progressed I put a request out to see if others would join us so we could have fresh opponents for shark tank type training. So Zac, Josh, and I would stay on the mat for 5 to 10 minute rounds while fresh people would cycle in. I recorded a great deal of these sessions and would put them out on the google drive so everyone could review the training and look for things they needed to work on.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">Another topic that we focused on was getting out of bad positions with
positional sparring. This would range from our 8 minute escape type
drill to starting in other positions like front head lock and being down
2 points and having to work hard to make a come back. With time as a
factor we really had to learn when to turn it up and use energy when
down on points.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Probably the drill that I loved and hated the most was the first to score drill. We would start standing as if it were the beginning of a match and then go until the first person scored. Whether that was by take down, sweep, guard pass, or submission. This was the thing that I wanted to improve on the most. I believe I've heard that statistically the first person to score is statistically the winner of the match. I also feel like the more often we can drill the beginning of a match the more prepared we'd be for the adrenaline dump.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Questions</b> </p><p style="text-align: left;">If you helped us prepare or you have any oppinions on our training camp, please message these to me in Facebook or email me at HapkidoJosh@yahoo.com</p><p style="text-align: left;"><i>What went well?<br /><br />What would you change for future tournament camps?<br /><br />Comments for Josh C: <br /><br />Comments for Josh J: <br /><br />Comments for Zac: </i><br /><br /><b>My Personal Thoughts</b> </p><p style="text-align: left;"><i>What went well?</i></p><p style="text-align: left;">Establishing the line chat was helpful I think to keep everyone updated about the tournament and trainings.</p><p style="text-align: left;">I found a lot of benefit in recording the sessions although there was not always the best video angle for everyone.</p><p style="text-align: left;">The training partners that came and helped were awesome and I'm very thankful to have those volunteers.</p><p style="text-align: left;">I felt very prepared concerning my personal stand-up game<br /><br /><i>What would you change for the future tournament camps?</i></p><p style="text-align: left;">Nail down who can make it to the trainings each time to be able to better plan the session. Need enough people to have fresh bodies for the competitors.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Figure out some more good solo warm-up routines for the bullpen</p><p style="text-align: left;">Stress that we'll all have good and bad days and that the training is to instill toughness and winning all of the time is unrealistic</p><p style="text-align: left;">Determining when to rest and take a day off was tough for me. I trained in some capacity every day and avoided injuries, but could I have had better gains doing harder training and then resting a day?<br /><br /><b>Personal Goals going forward</b><br /></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Judo Black</li><li>Continue to stress the stand-up strategies</li><li>More grip fighting</li><li>Train more wrestling</li><li>Guard passing, breaking guard, balance</li></ul><p><b>Thank Yous!</b></p><p>Of course my wife Jennifer deserves a lot of
credit for the support, helping me train, and helping me eat right. I
tried my best not to be too moody this time around. Hopefully I didn't
get on her nerves too much. She's also improved with Jiu-Jitsu
recently, I'm excited to see her get promoted to blue belt.<br /></p><p>Huge
shout out to Conan for traveling with us as our coach. He was on board
since the beginning and it was good having him around while we trained
not only to teach us each technical Jiu-Jitsu but also to practice his
coaching skills and get to know our personal games better. He was there
for each of us in the bullpen and when we competed.</p><p>Another shout
out to Krista, Craig, Aaron, and Emily for also traveling with us and
their support. It's good to have a cheering section and people to go
out walking, eating, and drinking with in Vegas. Especially when you're
trying to cut weight and they all send you pictures of their heavy
lunches ;) Leading up to competition can be a stressful time and having
people to get you a water or sit with you before or after your match. </p><p>For
me personally I learned the most from rolling with Jerad and Mike.
They both played huge parts in keeping me sane during the covid shut
down times and I gained a lot of skill by rolling with each of them day
in and day out.<br /><br />I was blown away by all of the people that were
willing to help us train! I did my best to figure out everyone that
showed up on our Sunday trainings, hopefully I didn't miss anyone.
Conan, Jerad, Mike A, Craig, Aaron E, Hugh, Chris R, Tyler R, Bob, Mike
W, Justin M, Cody, Dave M, Tanner, and Tony. As well as the many rolls
with people in classes and open mats. I honestly felt support from the
whole gym.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB3QXtVkkwxdp_hK2iLqpOB2aeBESimCjulJjaY5eVKRnKBIqlzMP8xCjXIHazucGXm9KcAJUmVu9GfI3rmFqThIjzUXNBK6kI4RTkti73yk-K3ySKm2jV1373ngAK2VC_4JB3BhwNSnou/s960/254997580_10158084248537121_8259615349065711486_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="914" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB3QXtVkkwxdp_hK2iLqpOB2aeBESimCjulJjaY5eVKRnKBIqlzMP8xCjXIHazucGXm9KcAJUmVu9GfI3rmFqThIjzUXNBK6kI4RTkti73yk-K3ySKm2jV1373ngAK2VC_4JB3BhwNSnou/w347-h364/254997580_10158084248537121_8259615349065711486_n.jpg" width="347" /></a> <br /></p>Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-21738377010883373772020-06-09T18:11:00.003-05:002020-06-09T18:11:52.208-05:00Dummy Drilling Techniques<b>Warm-up</b><br />
KOB switch<br />
CPR Armbar<br />
X-Pass<br />
Closed Guard punch to loose Triangle<br />
Butterfly head stand passes<br />
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<b>Series</b><br />
<b>Beginner</b><br />
Knee cut, Farside Armbar<br />
Double Under Pass to Paper Cutter Choke<br />
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<b>Intermediate</b><br />
Chair Sit Backtake, Arm Trap, RNC<br />
Over/Under Pass, North South Choke or Kimura<br />
X-Pass, KOB, Baseball bat<br />
Straight Ankle Lock, Leg Drag<br />
Leg drag, back Ezekiel<br />
Butterfly Arm Crush, Hook Sweep<br />
3/4 Mount to Rolling Back Take<br />
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<b>Combo</b><br />
Headquarters Passing (X, Smash, Knee Cut)<br />
Guard (Hip bump, kimura, Guillotine)<br />
Guard 2 on 1 (Back, Hip Bump, Butterfly Sweep)<br />
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<b>Subs from Positions</b><br />
Mount: Cross Collar, Armbar, Americana, Triangle, Spiral Armbar, Monoplata, Ezekiel<br />
Side Control: Far side Armbar, Americana, Kimura, Arm Triangle, NS Choke<br />
KOB: Baseball bat choke, Far side Armbar, NS Choke<br />
Back Control: RNC, Cross Collar Choke, Wing Choke, Arm bar, Ezekiel<br />
Closed Guard: Kimura, Guillotine, Cross Collar, Omoplata, Triangle<br />
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<b>Sweeps from Guards</b><br />
Closed: Hip Bump, Scissor, Omoplata<br />
Half Guard: Twist Sweep, Butterfly<br />
Butterfly: Hook Sweep, Arm Crush Hook Sweep, 2 on 1 hook sweep<br />
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<b>Transitions</b>:<br />
Mount to Tech Mount, Chair sit to back<br />
Side Control to Knee on Belly to Mount<br />
North/South under armpits lift to Back<br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-73180087718548906782018-08-24T23:45:00.000-05:002018-08-24T23:45:09.025-05:00Davi Ramos SeminarWith the UFC in town and some due diligence from Ben Landwear and Henry Ems, we were fortunate to have Davi Ramos give a fantastic seminar at our gym. <br />
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He is an ADCC champ as well as an MMA fighter for the UFC with many more accolades. Further more, he was very friendly, personable, funny, and a great teacher. <br />
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He recently did a podcast interview on Grappling Central that is worth a listen: <a href="http://grapplingcentral.com/episode-299-davi-ramos/" target="_blank">http://grapplingcentral.com/episode-299-davi-ramos/</a><br />
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The techniques and positions he covered were a good mix of basics ending with some leg entanglement work. I especially liked the small details about a few of the basics that I didn't know.<br />
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<b>Passing the Gward</b><br />
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Davi has a very tight passing strategy. We worked from top half guard controlling the legs first then moving up to the hips and finally the arms and head. He talked about using his finger tips to assist with gripping in no gi.<br />
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The first drill consisted of getting the underhook and placing our hand in the middle of the opponent's back and then flattening them with a cross face. The hand on the back part was new to me. Then he emphasized closing the legs tight.<br />
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<b>Back control</b><br />
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One of the best tips that I'm going to play around with is pinching the knees while in back control to keep them from turning their shoulders.<br />
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We worked on a modified body triangle with moving the foot between legs to avoid the escape. The big takeaway for the RNC was to use your cheek to help push their head to assist getting the hand behind neck<br />
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<b>Kimura</b><br />
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Starting back from our tight top position in half guard we worked on getting the kimura grip and the Davi showed us the back take he used in his recent MMA fight. We did a shoulder roll, maintaining the grip and when they get up executing kind of a chair sit motion back take. Another good detail here was to hook their shoulder to keep them from getting their back to the mat in transition.<br />
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From there he also showed us a vicious scissor choke if they don't try to get up out of the kimura trap.<br />
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<b>Armbar from ADCC</b><br />
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Davi talked us through how he setup the armbar in the video below. By repeatedly tying up Lepri's neck and gauging his reactions, until he finally saw his moment to jump into the armbar. We worked on that for a while but I don't think I'll be pulling it off in open mat anytime soon. Well maybe on Mike Wilson.<br />
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<b>Q & A</b><br />
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After this he opened it up for some questions. He talked us through his thoughts on half guard. He likes a shallow half with a good bottom hook. He also went over defending a triangle with hip positioning.<br />
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<b>Leg Entanglements</b><br />
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I asked how does he decide when it's the right time to go for ankle locks? He showed several quick transitions that were very smooth. Ben seemed to be ready at any moment to tap.<br />
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Davi went back to the tight top half guard position and we drilled back step to toe hold, then rolling into knee bar. This is something I think I can incorporate into my game. The last technique we worked on was back step to knee bar that they defend with a triangle, we then kind of moved to the saddle position and controlled the other leg to make a similar lock to the Texas Cloverleaf.<br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-4316165965739211442018-08-22T17:04:00.001-05:002018-08-22T20:57:03.896-05:00New Classes at LBJJCIt was recently announced that new classes would be offered at LBJJC: Jiu-Jitsu Lab and Drilling, Judo for BJJ, and Advanced Youth. Since I'm teaching one of them I decided to dust off the blog to explain my thoughts on these new additions.<br />
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<b>Advanced Youth:</b><br />
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I think it's a great addition as many of the kids are ready for more challenges and more mat time. I think it will be a great transition to get them ready to eventually move to the adult classes as well as get them ready for competitions.<br />
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<b>Judo for BJJ:</b><br />
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I completely vouch for Bob's skills and teaching ability. I started training for Masters Worlds in early 2017 and Bob was a huge piece of making me feel more confident in my stand-up. I encourage anyone to attend as we don't always get enough time to work on stand-up especially if the class is packed. <br />
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I was in the office the other day when Greg purchased a crash pad. This is a fantastic piece of equipment that our school has needed. It obviously helps the person being thrown to take the fall easier, but it's also great for the thrower to put a little more oomph into the throw. <br />
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One of the biggest positives to this class will be learning to fall safely. This is something I believe all martial artists should be good at. In fact it may come in useful when the sidewalks are iced over. You'll also be able to decide where the match goes. You can still pull guard but it's good to also be able to have a few techniques to bring the match to the ground on your terms. You'll be more difficult to take down. Your balance will improve and you'll learn body control to avoid being taken down.<br />
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<b>Jiu-Jitsu Lab and Drilling:</b><br />
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Drilling has become a quintessential part of my progress in BJJ. I think it's the best way to incorporate new things to your Jiu-Jitsu and to get the things that you are already good at to that next level.<br />
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In early 2017, Greg introduced me and some other students to the <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w-istR1efpE9hdlnxSllf0Le7cDjFW9p/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Grappling Improvement Plan Sheet</a> and had us choose things to improve on. Along with some techniques that were already a part of my game I added the crucifix position, a position I hardly used unless I accidentally ended up there. After several weeks of drilling the position when I could it started to become a big part of my game and now I finish submissions regularly from there. Without putting the time into the position through drilling and just trying to add it in through rolling I think I would have abandoned it long ago.<br />
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<b>Class description:</b> Students will fill out a grappling improvement plan worksheet with
techniques they want to drill during the class. The class will have 8
timed drilling rounds and sparring at the end.<br />
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try to find a good mix of things you're already good at, new techniques,
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instructionals and adding them to the sheet. There is also a section
for recording notes and successes with the techniques throughout the
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on their own. From there, students will partner up and the timer will be
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Gi:</b> Students are asked to bring both gi and no gi gear to each
session. Currently we will be doing No Gi on the first Monday of the month. But it is subject to change if we find a schedule that works better. It is also possible to train both gi and no gi in a given session by wearing a rash guard under the gi top and removing it when needed.</div>
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students can do positional sparring related to the techniques that they
drilled with 2-4 three minute rounds. Finishing with open free rolling.</div>
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<b>New
students:</b> If a new student attends the class they will be shown 1 or 2
basic techniques (escaping mount, side control, scissor sweep, etc) or
techniques from the weekly curriculum. They will then drill those
techniques for all of the rounds. Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-45624846692317180682018-01-12T11:54:00.000-06:002018-01-16T08:56:50.567-06:00Technique rules of the gymThis post is about the techniques rules at the gym. What you can and cannot do at each belt level. Also some thoughts on how to treat your training partners<br />
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A lot of our class rules coincide with the competition rules for IBJJF tournaments. Here's a link to the <a href="http://ibjjf.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/RulesIBJJF_v4_en-US.pdf" target="_blank">IBJJF Rule Book v4.0</a> in case you're curious but if you've just started Jiu-Jitsu you may want to wait to thumb through it when you've had a couple of months of training. This PDF might be more helpful as a quick guide: <a href="http://ibjjf.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/2016_GolpesProibidos_EN.pdf" target="_blank">Technical Fouls & Illegal Moves Poster (pdf)</a><br />
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That being said there are a lot of different types of tournaments and rule sets and we'll often modify our training based on the upcoming tournament's rules. Whether that's for points, submission only, gi and no gi, ADCC, no time limit, combat jiu-jitsu, etc.<br />
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Remember while it is a combat sport and martial art, we must take care of our training partners. A common expression is "don't break your toys." We want everyone to avoid injuries and be able to train as often as they can. Furthermore, knowing when you need to tap is paramount. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Techniques that are prohibited for everyone:</b></span><br />
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<b>Slamming or throws that puts your partners head/spine in danger (suplex)</b><br />
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A common example of slamming is having a person in your closed guard, standing up, and then dropping them to the ground with force and landing on top of them. There are videos on youtube that are titled "How to get DQ'd in BJJ" It is a very dangerous technique and can cause damage to your training partner's back, neck, and head. <br />
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That said, we should not ignore it completely and learn how to defend against a slam. Whether it's self defense situation or you are rolling with someone that isn't familiary with our rules it's good to protect yourself. Here's a decent video with some options: <a href="https://youtu.be/tC4W9dB7DM0" target="_blank">How to Not Get Slammed in the Guard</a><br />
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<b>Small Joint locking (Fingers and Toes)</b><br />
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You are not allowed to grab individual fingers in order to escape a submission or in the process of attempting your own. You may grab all of the fingers together, but any single digit manipulation is not safe for your training partner. <br />
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<b>Techniques like eye gouging, fish hooks, hair pulling, groin strikes, biting, etc.</b><br />
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These are probably obvious and I'm probably missing some. Again for self defense purposes we should be aware that these things can happen, but they have no place in our average class. <br />
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<b>Heel hooks and reaping the knee in the Gi</b><br />
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The heel hook is one of the strongest submissions in BJJ and has found some popularity lately in sub-only no gi events. It is a general rule in Gi BJJ tournaments that heel hooks are not allowed along with reaping the knee because of the added friction the gi provides.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><b>Prohibited techniques for white</b> belts specifically </b></span><br />
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<li>Wristlocks: Any pain compliance techniques using the wrist</li>
<li>Twisting Ankle Locks: Toe Holds, Heel Hooks, Estima Locks</li>
<li>Knee Bars</li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Blue belt and above</b></span><br />
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So that would imply the techniques above are fine for blue belts and above. I would still stress some caution when it comes to new blue belts or other blue belts you don't normally roll with or visitors to the club. It's perfectly fine to ask, "what do you think about toe holds and knee bars?" as you slap and bump before the roll. Once you've established that you and your partner are both good with them, then it's probably fine to use them in future rolls.<br />
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Reminder that heel hooks and reaping are not allowed in the gi at any level, only no gi. <br />
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Also it's good to keep in mind that many of these techniques are still not allowed in tournaments that you might compete in, so get familiar with the rules of the tournament you are preparing for.Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-42169070935543208192017-10-11T15:53:00.001-05:002017-10-11T15:53:18.455-05:00October 6th & 7th - Cole Franson Seminar<br />
Cole Franson is a brown belt that trains at Tinguinha HQ and is an avid competitor. Check out some of his matches on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=cole+franson+bjj" target="_blank">youtube</a>. Greg brought him out to give us a taste of a different style of BJJ from a high level competitor. <br />
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I didn't take as good of notes as I normally do for a seminar so a lot of this is from memory and I probably forgot some of it. I plan on using much of this as I enjoy guillotines. I'd like to get good at berimbolos some day but it just hasn't been a focus of mine yet. I did enjoy the lasso stuff that we did though.<br />
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Cole ended up rolling a lot and he looked smooth and always in control. For my experience rolling with him, I didn't ever feel like I got him in a position that I wanted him in. I attempted my over/under pass and I couldn't push his foot down between my legs. I put him in deep half and I couldn't hold him tight to my shoulder. When I tried to pass his guard he inverted and kind of walked back up into me and reguarded. So I have a lot to learn still, duh.<br />
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We had an unfortunate accident Friday night as my buddy Craig dislocated his elbow while posting on a scissor sweep. We got him taken care of at the hospital where they relocated it and doped him up a bit. Then back home safely that night. <br />
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<b>Friday</b><br />
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Techniques Covered:<br />
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<li>Guillotine with chinstrap grip </li>
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<li>Headlock position</li>
<li>They defend by grabbing wrist, butterfly hook sweep</li>
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<li>Situp guard: push head to the outside back step sit pass</li>
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<li>Get to Side Control</li>
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<li>Opponent does Side control escape with underhook</li>
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<li>Fall into Guillotine as they situp</li>
<li>If they don't come up, mount</li>
<li>If they roll the other way, anaconda</li>
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<b>Saturday</b><br />
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Techniques Covered:<br />
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<li>Reverse De La Riva Kiss of the Dragon backtake</li>
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<li> If they lean back, waterfall to back</li>
<li>If they lean forward, hold hips to get up</li>
<li>If they sit balanced and grab feet, grab higher on their lapel and butterfly sweep to one side</li>
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<li>De La Riva Berimbolo Back Take</li>
<li>Lasso</li>
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<li>Invert to Sweep</li>
<li>If they switch legs, DLR sweep to invert to omoplata</li>
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Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-9684116662577223902017-09-11T23:48:00.000-05:002017-10-18T09:08:06.814-05:00Beginner Curriculum Technique Companion LinksThis week I completed a post for each week of the curriculum. These are the requirements to get promoted to blue belt. I've included a link to a youtube video for each technique, unfortunately I wasn't able to always find a video that matched the way we do things 100%. Please let me know if you find a better video that represents what we do for a given technique or if any of the links are broken. Hopefully this helps you potential woul blue belts out there.<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/07/july-2017-week-1-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 1</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> O-Soto Gari, Basic Side Control Knee Escape, Paint Brush (Americana) from Side Control<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/07/july-2017-week-2-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 2</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Standing RNC Defense: Seio Nage, Farside Armbar From Side Control, Scissor Sweep<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/08/july-2017-week-3-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 3</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> O-Goshi, Cross Collar Choke from Closed Guard, Armbar from Closed Gaurd<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/08/august-2017-week-4-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 4</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Standing Headlock Escape to Tani Otoshi, Kneeling Guard Break, Single Under Pass<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/08/august-2017-week-5-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 5</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Double Leg, Mount: Cross Collar Choke, Upa<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/08/august-2017-week-6-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 6</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> RNC Defense with O-soto gari, Back Mount: Escape, RNC<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/08/august-2017-week-7-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 7</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Seoi Nage, Back Mount Lapel Choke, Guillotine from Guard<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/09/september-2017-week-8-technique.html" target="_blank">Week 8</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Technical Stand-up, Closed Guard: Hip Bump Sweep, Kimura<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/09/september-2017-week-9-technique.html" target="_blank">Week 9</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Koshi Guruma, Standing Guard Break, Torreando Pass<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/04/april-12th-2017-week-10-technique.html" target="_blank">Week 10</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Standing Guillotine Defense, Half Guard: Back Take, Recover Full Guard<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/04/april-17th-2017-week-11-technique.html" target="_blank">Week 11</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> O-Soto Gari, Half Guard Knee Slide Pass, Turtle Granby Roll<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/04/april-2017-week-12-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 12</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Leg Over Headlock Escape, Turtle Turnover to Side Control & Back Mount<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/05/may-1st-2017-week-13-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 13</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> O-Goshi, Back Mount: Wing Choke, Bow and Arrow Choke<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/05/march-9th-2017-week-14-technique.html" target="_blank">Week 14</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Standing Headlock Escape to Hammerlock, Mount: Armbar, Elbow Escape<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/05/march-2017-week-15-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 15</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Double Leg, Mount Americana, Side Control Bread Cutter<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/05/may-2017-week-16-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 16</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Koshi Guruma, Side Control: Tripod Escape, Kimura<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/05/may-30th-2017-week-17-technique.html" target="_blank">Week 17</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Standing Guillotine Against Wall Defense, Kneeling Guard Break, Double Under Pass<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/06/june-2017-week-18-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 18</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Seoi Nage, Double Ankle Grab Sweep, Butterfly Hook Sweep, Butterfly Guard Pass<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/06/june-2017-week-19-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 19</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Headlock Escape to Back Mount, Kneeling Guard Break, Knee Slide Pass<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/06/june-2017-week-20-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 20</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Koshi Guruma, Basic Triangle Setup<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/06/june-2017-week-21-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 21</a><br />
<b>Techniques: </b>Basic Open Guard Position, Sweeps, and Submissions (Collar Sleeve Guard)<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/07/july-2017-week-22-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 22</a><br />
<b>Techniques:</b> Guillotine Defense from Guard, Ezekiel Choke from Mount & Half Guard<br />
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<a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/07/july-2017-week-23-technique-companion.html" target="_blank">Week 23</a><br />
<b>Techniques: </b>Head Lock Escape Over Head Roll, Straight Footlock and Defense<br />
<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-42817787180918445152017-09-11T22:48:00.000-05:002017-09-11T22:48:01.774-05:00September 2017 - Week #9 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Koshi Guruma, Standing Guard Break, Torreando Pass<br />
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<b>Koshi Guruma</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/pJsQrgMhgk4" target="_blank">Judo - Koshi-guruma</a><br />
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Similar footwork to other forward throws. This one in particular you want to make sure that you
don't push their hips back when you wrap your arm around your neck. This week, I'm going to focus primarily on turning my head with the throw to end looking behind me. <br />
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<b>Standing Guard Break</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/G97xHCC2OzE" target="_blank">Barra Technique Tuesday - Passing the Closed Guard</a><br />
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One of the most important techniques is the standing guard break. The exercise that went the furthest for getting this to work for me was the stand-up and sit-up that we worked on in a competition class. It's one of my favorite exercises to have the class do when I teach. Being able to standup with good posture and structure is crucial, especially if your opponent is bigger than you. A couple of tips that I think are important: <br />
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<li>I always look up about 10 degrees above eye level, even during grip fighting.</li>
<li>If they occupy their own hand with a grip, it's okay to plant that foot. As you stand, attempt to grab the sleeve and control.</li>
<li>Pull them up by their sleeve trying to keep their shoulders off the mat.</li>
<li>Put the palm of your hand on the boney part of their knee.</li>
<li>Take short steps back as you push down.</li>
</ul>
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Bonus: <a href="https://youtu.be/nLonQ45zYy8" target="_blank">3 Ways to Break the Closed Guard</a><br />
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<b>Torreando Pass</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/vF4J4bdagXE" target="_blank">BJJ Scout: Leandro Lo's Toreando Pass Study</a><br />
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There are a lot of videos out there on this technique and a lot of people have different ideas of what works best. I found the video linked above to contain the most variation of information. Some tips for the technique:<br />
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<ul>
<li>Create handles on the inside of the knees with knuckles down</li>
<li>Get your opponent on their back by pushing their knees into the direction of their chest</li>
<li>Practice the footwork in combination with the arm movements to make it a smooth path to knee on belly</li>
<li>You will likely have to switch sides to complete the pass</li>
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Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-84132608197963442292017-09-04T23:17:00.000-05:002017-09-04T23:17:20.928-05:00September 2017 - Week #8 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Technical Stand-up, Closed Guard: Hip Bump Sweep, Kimura<br />
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<b>Technical Stand-up</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/Thp7ipnjyTI" target="_blank">BJJ Self Defense Lesson 4 - Technical Standup</a><br />
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A very important basic movement for self defense as well as a few Jiu-Jitsu techniques. The driving force behind the technical stand-up is to be able to get back up to your feet while maintaining sight of your opponent as well as being ready to defend yourself at any moment throughout the motion. <br />
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It takes a little bit of practice for most to figure out how far away you want plant your hand in relation to your foot in order to stand up with good balance and be able to move backward. We also practice some kicks to the knee and up-kicks if necessary to keep your opponent far enough away to give you a chance to get up. Personally I try to get up using this way as often as I can even outside of class. <br />
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<b>Hip Bump Sweep</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/9gOLkgms0QU" target="_blank">Closed Guard Sweep Hip Bump Sweep</a><br />
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The 2 techniques this week build off of the same motion as the guillotine choke from last week. We get their hands off of our chest and situp into them. Here it's important to push your hips back and place your hand on the floor for support around where your shoulder previously was. <br />
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For the hip bump in particular we want a little momentum from the opponent. Often you can create this by holding them down temporarily and then coming up with them as they try to regain posture. Here I like to tell people to swallow the oppoent's shoulder with your armpit. <br />
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Leg position is the important next step. Your leg on the shoulder that you are attacking needs to drop to the floor and kind of wrap around their knee. Your other leg needs to be bent as much as possible with your foot near your butt. Then do a large bridge motion and attempt to hit the opponent in the chest with your hips and flip them like a pancake. Make sure to consolidate mount and center up.<br />
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<b>Kimura from closed guard</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/mVkKOPNGvjA" target="_blank">Kimura from closed guard for white belts</a><br />
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Same beginning as the other technique except you can stay on your elbow and keep a hold of their wrist. One tip to help grab your own wrist in the figure 4 is to keep your own elbow close to your ribs. Often it may seem like it's impossible to grab your wrist and changing your elbow position may help.<br />
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To complete the technique you use a hip motion and bring your leg over their back, in an attempt to get perpendicular with them. This allows for greater leverage to use your body to rotate their arm behind their back. Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-38857701853129794052017-09-01T14:02:00.003-05:002017-09-01T14:08:55.325-05:00Masters Worlds 2017<b>Day 1</b><br />
<b><br /></b>It was overwhelming to see so many people come together for Jiu-Jitsu. Over 4500 competitors along with their coaches and family members came to Las Vegas in search of gold. Myself, Conan, Jerad, Brian, and Telly included. My wife, Jennifer was also there for support and we were able to make it into a vacation while the kids were at home with my parents.<br />
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After getting over the number of people and the 21 mats setup we went to watch Clark Gracie win his first match. Which was funny because I had just saw him jog by me in a hoody warming up. I was thinking he looked familiar but wasn't sure. He won his first and second match with omoplata type submissions. It ended up being difficult to see some matches as people stood at the barriers and the bleachers weren't high enough to see over them. So you had to go to the top row or even stand on chairs in the bleachers. Would have been cool if they could have raised the mats up kumite style.<br />
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We saw a couple of guys from Tinguinha HQ compete on each day and got to meet and connect with some of them. I also saw some BJJ celebrities like Saolo and Xandi Ribero, Lavato Jr., Travis Stevens, Kurt Osiander, Buchecha, and I think Brian claimed to see Ryan Hall and Mayweather at one point.<br />
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On the second day we finally had the first to compete from our school. Telly dug deep to win all of his matches for the gold. He got some pretty slick takedowns and stayed on top for all of his wins. Conan did his best to encourage him between each match. Now we have a world champion blue belt in our midst! I plan on working with Telly a lot in the coming year to improve my takedowns. <br />
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About this time I was concerned with everything I ate. I used the treadmill each morning and weighed myself and while I was right on target, in Vegas it's very easy to eat yourself into a food coma. Being nervous did help with keeping the appetite down.<br />
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I was the first to go, scheduled for 9:00. Listening to some light music helped me relax a little bit while I watched the staff start to set things up and the judges have a morning meeting. Eventually my division was called to the coral area to check our gis and weight. I was 3 lbs under and felt like I had a ton of energy. <br />
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I tried to get myself warmed up by bouncing around a little bit and stretching but the walk over was a pretty good warm-up in itself. I got called to my ring with my first opponent. I watched the match before me end in a baseball bat choke from the bottom and then the ref signalled for us to come forward. <br />
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I shook the ref's hand and my opponent's and he made sure he had our names correctly compared to the scoreboard. Once he told us to start I went for the grip I wanted and he grabbed my lapel with both hands and attempted a guard pull to deep half, but I was able to turn it into a quarter mount and keep him from getting to his position. From there I felt strong and was able to keep a dominant position throughout. <br />
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At one point he turtled up and I saw my opportunity for crucifix, but he overdefended and I took the back instead. Watching it, I should have put my foot on the floor and hip escaped at this point, but I was still able to secure hooks. I fought hard for the collar grip and started working on a sliding lapel choke. I felt like I had the choke and was going to finish but he wasn't tapping. I knew not to burn myself out but I also wanted to finish. I believe that my choking hand grip wasn't high enough and I should have transitioned to the bow and arrow. We went back and forth after that from back to mount and I tried to keep attacking throughout. Final score was either 11 or 15 to 0. <br />
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My second match started out with a furious grip battle. I attempted to get grips I wanted he did a good job of grabbing my sleeve and getting under my other arm. I attempted a foot sweep and kept looking for an opportunity to do tai toshi. Eventually I felt like my guard pull was there but when I attempted it I wasn't able to reach his leg to underhook it. It went downhill from here and he eventually passed using a leg weave. I had a collar grip and had a moment when I thought I could hit a loop choke but I didn't take the chance. Once he reached knee on belly I was down 5 points and couldn't find a way to turn the tables. Eventually time ran out.<br />
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So many should haves go through my head when I watch the match, but a consolation is that he ended up winning the gold in my division. <br />
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Jerad went soon after with similar results. He won his first match with some dominating pressure passing and lost his second on points with some good attempts at butterfly sweeps. Followed later in the day with a tough match for Brian who drew the winner of his division in the first round. Conan took home the silver after winning 2 matches and losing on points in the last. <br />
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That night we stuffed our faces with good Italian and I got a decent night's sleep. Jennifer and I stayed a few more days and did more eating, shopping, saw the show Ka, which I recommend, and walked about 7 miles each day. I'm so happy and thankful that my wife suffered and supported me through this. Not only on this trip but with my Jiu-Jitsu journey on a daily basis. <br />
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I'm happy to get back to training and am excited for the improvements that I'll make in the next year.<br />
<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-76496826220312628472017-08-30T22:43:00.002-05:002017-08-30T22:43:18.701-05:00August 2017 - Week #7 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Seoi Nage, Back Mount Lapel Choke, Guillotine from Guard<br />
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<b>Seoi Nage </b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/PialA1ROq8I" target="_blank">In-depth analysis of Ippon Seoi nage by Matt D'Aquino of Beyond Grappling</a><br />
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A couple of pointers when executing this throw. Don't put their armpit over your shoulder, it should go closer to the crook of your elbow. Judo Bob says that this throw is more like a hand technique rather than a hip throw. After working with Bob on this and other throws I'm only scratching the surface with understanding it.<br />
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The drop seoi nage is the throw that I've had the most success with. The morote has also been coming together for me.<br />
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This is the Morote Seoi Nage that I've been working on lately: <a href="https://youtu.be/3CiAnwJRLNg" target="_blank">Moro-Te-Seoi-Nage-Omote-Eingang (Tokio Hirano-Lehrgang 1984 in Papendaal, Holland)</a><br />
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Back Mount Lapel Choke<br />
Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/DWlS1GK2emE" target="_blank">Basic Collar Choke Variation from the Back</a><br />
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This is the technique that I attempted at Masters Worlds and wasn't able to get the tap. I believe that my grip was too shallow and even though it felt pretty tight, my opponent was able to gut it out.<br />
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The big thing I find students have a problem with on this technique is that they contort their wrist too much to their opponent's neck. So these are the tips that I usually give.<br />
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<li>Grab a higher collar grip than a bow and arrow. You want to use wrist contact for the choke.</li>
<li>As you start to apply the choke, put your knuckles down on their chest. Pull their collary tight against their neck and push your pinky away, allowing your wrist to jut into their neck.</li>
<li>Slowly apply the choke in 10% increments instead of trying to use all of your strength at once.</li>
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<b>Guillotine from Guard</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/YMBYeqbHGGE" target="_blank">Master Pedro Sauer - Guillotine Technique</a><br />
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Not something that I hit very often from closed guard but i think it's an important movment that will play into next week's techniques (Hip Bump and Kimura). The main pointer that I share with this technique is that it's okay to put your feet on the ground to help push yourself back to make the space needed. You don't want your hips right against them and you need room to connect your hands. <br />
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Then when you fall, don't go straight back but to the side, so you can get a good angle on their neck and prevent their shoulder pressure escape. Next, keep your choking arm shoulder off the mat. Being lazy with it will often allow your opponents head to pop out of the choke.<br />
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Bonus: <a href="https://youtu.be/DLrXGWLtOoU" target="_blank">Marcelo Garcia on the Guillotine from Closed Guard</a><br />
<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-63916947955806359902017-08-22T00:08:00.001-05:002017-08-22T00:08:54.388-05:00August 2017 - Week #6 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> RNC Defense with O-soto gari, Back Mount: Escape, RNC<br />
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<b>RNC Defense with O-soto gari</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/PSuAi7ZLzCI?t=2m51s" target="_blank">Top 4 Jiu-Jitsu Techniques to Escape Rear Choke</a> <br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/L-nGP-g-JC0" target="_blank">Defending the head lock with osoto gari - START BJJ Academy </a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/YFsSJ5Zmq_w" target="_blank">Self Defense RNC to Osoto Gari and Armbar</a><br />
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This is used when you get bent backward during a standing headlock or RNC. Putting your hand on their wrist and keeping them from connecting their hands is paramount. After circling their leg, take small steps to line your hips up. As you turn keep pressure down on their shoulder to keep their weight on that leg before you sweep it.<br />
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<b>Back Mount: Escape</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/x91GF7MY5F4" target="_blank">Highest Percentage Rear Mount Escape for Gi and No-Gi </a><br />
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Such an important technique that I use often. Here are some tips:<br />
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<li>Start with getting your head to the side you want to escape to. Make your opponent uncomfortable.</li>
<li>Use your feet to push your hips above their hips and get your shoulders on the mat. </li>
<li>Continue to defend from chokes and be prepared to take half guard.</li>
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Bonus: <a href="https://youtu.be/32ogbNwxhgs" target="_blank">BJJ back escape to deep half (skateboard escape)</a><br />
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<b>RNC</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/jDaq6Fu1vGc" target="_blank">Clark Gracie with Rear Naked Choke Details</a><br />
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One of the quintessential techniques of BJJ and by far the most finished submission in MMA, also called <a href="https://www.bjjheroes.com/techniques/the-mata-leao" target="_blank">Mata Leao</a> (Lion Killer). Besides back mount I've been hitting this from crucifix lately as well. <br />
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I suggest watching the video below, because the squeeze is super important. Trust me, it's a flat Earth free video. <br />
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Some tips on this technique:<br />
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<li>In the back mount position, protect your choking hand with the underhook hand. </li>
<li>Your harness grip is more important than your hooks. Keep it tight using your elbow and chin.</li>
<li>Trapping an arm is preferable.</li>
<li>The main goal is to squeeze your forearm and bicep together hit the sides of the neck.</li>
<li>Use your back muscles to thrust your chest forward. </li>
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Bonus: <a href="https://youtu.be/5gV8CDBU5kQ" target="_blank">Eddie Bravo - How to develop a strong rear naked choke squeeze </a><br />
<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-50273734350884744232017-08-15T22:27:00.000-05:002017-08-15T22:27:44.793-05:00August 2017 - Week #5 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Double Leg, Mount: Cross Collar Choke, Upa<br />
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<b>Double Leg</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/e9Z6AKhMyKk" target="_blank">Double Leg Takedown - BJJ Blue Belt Requirements Technique #1 </a><br />
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I'm slowly feeling better about pulling off this technique and I have hit it in rolling more often lately. Especially after working more stand-up in preparation for Worlds. Also, Nick is very good at double legging and we do it often in the MMA class.<br />
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A thing that I need to focus on is not trying to setup this takedown from too far away. So many times I've attempted to shoot from 5 feet away and got stuffed repeatedly. I still need to improve on it but I'm starting to get it. <br />
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<b>Cross Collar Choke</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/5tQmr_iYzBo" target="_blank">Roger Gracie, Cross Collar Choke: Jiu-Jitsu Magazine, Issue #27. </a><br />
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Jerad inspired me to get better at this technique. He started hitting it on me and has a pretty good game using this choke setup now. I'd almost rather be in his back mount than his mount sometimes. With all of that said I find it to still be a difficult submission to setup, but it often will help setup other attacks.<br />
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Important things that I've learned:<br />
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<li>Don't attempt to choke until your head is on the floor. This is how Greg does it.</li>
<li>If you think your grip is deep enough, you're probably wrong.</li>
<li>Choking someone can be a psychological battle as well as a physical one. Don't start your choke at 100% and then figure out your grip is not right and relax and try again. Your opponent will think they've weathered the storm. I use percentages, I'll start at maybe 40% and begin to move up 10%. So it always feels like it's getting worse.</li>
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Bonus: <a href="https://youtu.be/TSybO7VM9LI" target="_blank">Cross Choke Mastery Seminar (Rener Gracie)</a><br />
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<b>Upa Escape</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/oZXKnT4RweE" target="_blank">This Week In BJJ Episode 61 with Rickson Gracie Part 4 of 4 </a><br />
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I only really learned how to do this technique well after Greg did it to me during positional sparring. He does this technique very explosively and times his bridge, his step over and trapping the arm at almost the same time. <br />
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I also like the point Rickson brings up in the video about moving your head like a back roll. <br />
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Beware of your arms though, it's easy to get caught with an armbar if you let them stray from your chest.<br />
<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-16058955387061294692017-08-09T16:05:00.001-05:002017-08-09T16:05:22.037-05:00August 2017 - Week #4 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Standing Headlock Escape to Tani Otoshi, Kneeling Guard Break, Single Under Pass<br />
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Standing Headlock Escape to Tani Otoshi<br />
Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/uRXdQnAEQ_s" target="_blank">3 Standing Headlock Escapes - BJJ Self Defense</a> and <a href="https://youtu.be/hyMbOrV92Dk" target="_blank">BJJ Self Defense Lesson 5: Headlock Defense</a><br />
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Couldn't find a video that exactly fit but these 2 are pretty close. I think the biggest difference is that we look to stop their far leg from stepping with our foot and get lower to the . <br />
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<b>Kneeling Guard Break</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/kAuugwGjgc0" target="_blank">Beginner BJJ Fundamentals - Opening Closed Guard from Knees Concepts - Jason Scully</a><br />
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Single Under Pass<br />
Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/evV6GsNfxrM" target="_blank">opening the closed guard / single under hook stack pass</a><br />
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Surprisingly a difficult video to find. The one I linked to is probably the closest to how we do it that I could find. Unfortunately the guy is teaching during a basketball game in the background. <br />
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Some points to making this pass work.<br />
<ul>
<li>Hips low: Try to plank instead of lifting your butt way in the air.</li>
<li>Push forward using your toes. Don't turn until you have them fully stacked. Then you can grab their pants for belt to lift their hips up a little more. </li>
<li>After turning push forward again and avoid lifting your head. Drive their legs to the floor.</li>
<li>Make them want to let you pass. </li>
</ul>
Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-35885276448283684142017-08-01T23:17:00.001-05:002017-08-01T23:17:19.260-05:00July 2017 - Week #3 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> O-Goshi, Cross Collar Choke from Closed Guard, Armbar from Closed Gaurd<br />
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<b>O-Goshi</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/ZmSML5kb65w" target="_blank">Judo basics: O goshi, judo takedowns</a><br />
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I don't think I've figured out how to setup this throw yet. To get the underhook often feels so far away, and if I do get it they pull their hips way back. I really need to improve my kazushi to get them up on the balls of their feet to get under their base. It's a work in progress.<br />
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<b>Cross Collar Choke from Closed Guard</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/5tQmr_iYzBo" target="_blank">Roger Gracie, Cross Collar Choke</a><br />
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This is one of those techniques that I don't finish very often but occassionally it presents itself. I would even say it took me a while to get good enough to complete it while drilling. Like Roger mentions in his video above the wrists play a big part in it. Try not to contort your wrist around your opponent's neck. They need to be sharp to complete the choke.<br />
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Bonus<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/g4SEc0aEZrQ" target="_blank">Kurt Osiander move of the week - Choke from Guard</a><br />
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<b>Armbar from Closed Gaurd</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/bvOFS7viaa4" target="_blank"> Closed Guard Submission Basic Armbar</a><br />
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Posture control is the key to being successful with this technique. A common mistake with this and triangle is that you want to remain flat on your back as you turn. Don't try to shrimp into the armbar, your legs need to keep them from withdrawing their arm.<br />
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Another important factor is learning to use a bite with the leg over their head. If you ar a beginner avoid crossing your feet during the armbar as it could create some unnecissary space. Also I'm and advocate of kicking up into the armpit to get their weight going forward making it easier to get round their head.<br />
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Bonus<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/ZOlNtDJ60DY" target="_blank">The easiest way to teach the armbar from Guard</a><br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-19495863524736732472017-07-25T21:04:00.000-05:002017-07-25T21:04:14.847-05:00July 2017 - Week #2 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Standing RNC Defense: Seio Nage, Farside Armbar From Side Control, Scissor Sweep<br />
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<b>Standing RNC Seio Nage</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/caiJePHnI4Q" target="_blank">How to Get Out of a Standing Rear Choke | Jiu Jitsu</a><br />
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A couple of important aspects to this technique. You need to keep your posture and avoid getting leaned back. Don't let them connect their hands. When you do the monkey grip on their choking arm hold it to your own body instead of putting a lot of effort trying to pull it down and fighting strength on strength. Finally drop your hips to load them up for the throw.<br />
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Bonus:<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/DbtIPkyGm4g?t=10m18s" target="_blank">This week in BJJ episode 61 with Rickson Gracie</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/BqooggN3QCY" target="_blank">How to Escape a Standing Rear Choke w/ Bas Rutten</a><br />
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<b>Farside Armbar From Side Control</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/Pf1fp35TbHo" target="_blank">Rafael Mendes Far side Armbar from side control</a><br />
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The trigger for this technique is when you get your opponent's far arm on your shoulder isolating it. Grabbing your own collar to lock it and pull them up on their side. You can be a little mean here and dig your elbow into their ribs. <br />
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Something I had trouble with a while ago was pushing their head down to be able to step over. I thought it was a dick move. But since I've been doing it, it makes a huge difference. From here as you spin keep your hips low. Place your foot under their ribs ending with your knees up. Put an emphasis on tightening your knees together. If they get their hands together bring your leg over their chest before you begin to break the grip.<br />
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Bonus<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/l0SRthnG9R8" target="_blank">Armbar from Side Control by Damian Maia</a><br />
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<b>Scissor Sweep</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/X-PA21_0xTg" target="_blank">Kurt Osiander Move of the week - Scissor Sweep</a><br />
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This sweep is mostly a sweep of opportunity for me. Usually if my opponent is defending something else and leaned to one side I can get some momentum and sweep them to the other side.<br />
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I like how both of the instructionals that I linked talk about the sweep like a Judo throw. Loading them up on to your leg and creating some momentum is important.<br />
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Bonus<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/UBf7uF5x8GQ" target="_blank">Scissor Sweep for BJJ White Belts</a><br />
<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-82095826975681044172017-07-18T11:30:00.002-05:002017-07-18T11:30:43.579-05:00July 2017 - Week #1 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> O-Soto Gari, Basic Side Control Knee Escape, Paint Brush (Americana) from Side Control<br />
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<b>O-Soto Gari</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/6-zFicAVezU" target="_blank">Yamashita O Soto Gari Part 1</a> <br />
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This is probably one of the most straight forward throws. The
problem that most people have with it is they focus more on the leg
kicking part and not enough on the upper body. <br />
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Make
sure you step very close to their base foot, just enough space for your
leg to go through. Drive the bus pulling down on their arm and up on
their collar to get them leaning on the leg you are about to kick out
lean forward as your leg reaps through for the throw.<br />
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<b>Basic Side Control Knee Escape</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/s9a3eX-zJlM" target="_blank">Side Control Escape Recompose Guard.mov</a><br />
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Side control escapes are some of the most sought after techniques. A lot of posts on <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/bjj/" target="_blank">BJJ subreddit</a> have the subject of "How do I get out of the bottom of side control?", "Stuck in side control, any tips?", "In the bottom of Side control, I guess this is my life now." There's a reason that side control, mount, and back mount are dominant positions. They're supposed to be difficult to escape from. To add to that, I think Side Control is an easier position to learn and maintain than mount and back mount. <br />
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A couple of things that I help people with on this technique: bridging, breath control, and more hips less arms. <br />
<ul>
<li>Bridging: Bridge into your opponent in a way that would make them fall over if they didn't adjust their base. This is what is going to create the space to fit your knee in between you</li>
<li>Breath control: Avoid taking that huge inhale before you bridge. It gives away your intention to the person on top. I try to bridge during an exhale.</li>
<li>Hips: I keep my arms on my chest when I bridge. If you try to push them away it actually doesn't help create the space you want. If you use your arms too much you're more likely to get put into knee on belly.</li>
</ul>
<b>Bonus videos</b><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/V7vmzcc3ldA" target="_blank">Side Control Escape #1 - SIT-UP with Marcelo Garcia</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/bDVO9kXu5Lc" target="_blank">Side Control Escape #2 - ELBOW PUSH with Marcelo Garcia</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/78NAEI_Gzzw" target="_blank">Side Control Escape #3 - HIP ROLL with Marcelo Garcia</a><br />
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<b>Paint Brush (Americana) from Side Control</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/XeYK0-1O1fo" target="_blank">Americana Submission from Side Control - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu</a><br />
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The only major difference between the way we do it and the video is that we keep the first arm under the triceps as we push their wrist to the ground so it's ready to grab the wrist as soon as it hits the ground. I like to use my head to help keep the hand on the floor as I'm locking up the wrists. Use a throttle motion to get their pinky knuckle to the floor. Slide their elbow toward their ribs and you should only have to lift very slightly.Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-34329977599422325712017-07-10T09:45:00.000-05:002017-07-10T09:45:08.394-05:00July 2017 - Week #23 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques: </b>Head Lock Escape Over Head Roll, Straight Footlock and Defense <br />
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<b>Head Lock Escape Over Head Roll</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/9Im8IKc8NeY" target="_blank">How to Escape Kesa Gatame and the Headlock</a> This week's escape is near the end around 4:30.<br />
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This is a good one but it must be done right to avoid back strain and make it easier in general. You have to bridge and maintain your bridge throughout. I know you want to come back down but don't! Next focus on putting their own weight on their shoulders as you turn to get on top.<br />
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<b>Straight Footlock and Defense</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/oR8DGFAEmjg" target="_blank">JiuJitsu.com || How To Finish a Straight Ankle Lock || Roli Delgado</a><br />
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I've been taught this technique a lot of different ways. I'm by far most confident with the way that we teach it now which is very similar to the video above. One thing that he mentions on the video that helps me a lot is collapsing the elbow. I've helped a few people recently with tucking that elbow under before you're ready to finish the submission and it's made a huge difference.<br />
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I wasn't able to locate a defense video. It has worked for me quite a few times during rolling. The biggest tip that I can give is to put your foot on the floor first before trying to hook their knee. Otherwise it seems hard to catch it. <br />
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<b>Bonus Videos</b><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/92yhKE8w9zc" target="_blank">Straight Ankle Lock by Dean Lister</a><br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-22774252098030158982017-07-05T16:00:00.001-05:002017-07-05T22:57:48.767-05:00July 2017 - Week #22 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Guillotine Defense from Guard, Ezekiel Choke from Mount & Half Guard<br />
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<b>Guillotine Defense from Guard</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/ka-VfDAvQjI" target="_blank">Valhalla vs Ryan Hall </a> <br />
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This is the best video for this technique. She shows it exactly how we do it and a surprise happens at the end of the video. So be careful when you're on the bottom.<br />
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A huge tip that I like when I teach this is to try to push them to their back. Don't wait for them to pull you down with them after you get your hand over their shoulder jump to your feet and take control over how fast they go to their back. Also once they loosen up go back not up. You can hurt your neck if you try to pull upward too hard with your head. <br />
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Ezekiel Choke from Mount & Half Guard<br />
Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/fuvgllnmp3g" target="_blank">Rafael Lovato Jr Teaches Ezekiel Choke From The Mount</a> || <a href="https://youtu.be/w-KCxVQFMOU" target="_blank">Roger Gracie, Setting Up the Ezekiel Choke: Jiu-Jitsu Magazine, Issue #27.</a><br />
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I had a lot of success with this technique a while back but don't hit it as much in recent years. It's something that I'll threaten now and again and it will setup other submissions in mount. I probably hit this most often from the half guard pass now. People in general in our school are getting better at defending their neck I think. Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-42863493764980948102017-06-28T09:12:00.002-05:002017-06-28T09:12:54.041-05:00June 2017 - Week #21 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques: </b>Basic Open Guard Position, Sweeps, and Submissions (Collar Sleeve Guard)<b> </b><br />
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This is an intro to open guard. One of the big lessons emphasized this week is using push/pull to control your opponent and maintain your position. I'm pulling in on his sleeve and collar and pushing on his hip and bicep. When my opponent moves I reset my position by lifting my hips using my grips and foot position to center back up. I start to get into trouble if the top person eliminates my controls by pinning a leg or removing a grip.<br />
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Here are a few other pointers:<br />
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<li>Remain on your side to keep your foot on their bicep mobile and active. </li>
<li>Gripping the leg of the foot on your hip and smashing it to the mat is probably the best way for the top person to initiate a pass. Strip this grip as quickly and often as you need to.</li>
<li>Play around with the push/pull. Always be trying to affect their balance</li>
<li>Keep your hips centered on them</li>
<li>Relax, you don't need to have death grips and try to keep your opponent in place. Once you understand the push/pull this becomes easier.</li>
</ul>
Example Videos:<br />
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<a href="https://youtu.be/Y-ftUSvEPDE" target="_blank">Basic Open Guard Collar and Sleeve Set up BJJ Guard</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/KxPjeyn8_H0" target="_blank">Collar and sleeve triangle | How to BJJ Techniques </a> <br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/yHdpRMZ1C6A" target="_blank">Rafael Mendes | Collar & Sleeve Guard Study | Art of Jiu Jitsu Academy</a><br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-11784413736726269322017-06-20T11:28:00.001-05:002017-06-20T11:28:09.035-05:00June 2017 - Week #20 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Koshi Guruma, Basic Triangle Setup<br />
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<b>Koshi Guruma</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/pJsQrgMhgk4" target="_blank">Judo - Koshi-guruma</a><br />
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This has been covered in previous weeks. Personally I've been focusing on the kazushi for the forward throws and feel like I've come a long way in the last year since Bob has been with us.<br />
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Basic Triangle Setup<br />
Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/80mqoNPw3Ko" target="_blank">Keys to an effective triangle part 1.</a> & <a href="https://youtu.be/qyc9HdQz0Ps" target="_blank">Keys to an effective triangle part 2.</a><br />
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The only major difference between the videos above and what we do is instead of getting the deep overhook we'll grab behind the collar on the neck and bring our foot up to their hip to get a similar effect. Then when punching the wrist to the chest, getting our hips way up high is important. Once you lock up the ankles you can't release them without having a grip on the ankle over their neck. Check out the bonus videos below for some other triangle ideas.<br />
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<b>Bonus Videos:</b><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/3y9GCwsL0g8" target="_blank">52 Triangle Choke Set Ups In Just 8 Minutes - Jason Scully BJJ Grappling</a> <br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/9pjdpFCr4UI" target="_blank">No Gi Triangle Choke From Closed Guard</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/JFwNzwpckXI" target="_blank">JJM 22 Shawn Williams - Triangle Choke From Williams Guard.</a><br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-54344252699660881062017-06-13T17:40:00.001-05:002017-07-24T09:12:51.031-05:00June 2017 - Week #19 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Headlock Escape to Back Mount, Kneeling Guard Break, Knee Slide Pass<br />
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<b>Headlock Escape to Back Mount</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/Cr_e3_3Rlec?t=1m1s" target="_blank">Escape from Hon-Kesa-Gatame</a><br />
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This is probably the one that I get the most often or feel is straight forward. Throwing the hook in seems to be the easiest thing to do. Different than the video we don't pull them over the top of us but instead bridge them forward and base our hand out to free our head. Then harness grip and bring our knee up by their shoulder to roll to the other side to secure the bottom hook (the most important hook).<br />
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<b>Kneeling Guard Break</b><br />
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We did kneeling guard break recently in <a href="http://joshjiujitsujournal.blogspot.com/2017/05/may-30th-2017-week-17-technique.html" target="_blank">Week# 17</a>. Here are some other types of guard break videos that I like:<br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/rjmsns6rIzg" target="_blank">Ostap Closed Guard Breaking Tips</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/atB-G83CZ7I" target="_blank">Oli Geddes: Sao Paulo Guard Pass</a><br />
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<b>Knee Slide Pass</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/Vt5sDRc0sQA" target="_blank">Knee Through Pass vs Closed Guard</a> <br />
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I searched a lot of knee (cut/slice/slide) videos and I couldn't find one similar to the way we do it. Regardless whether we stand or kneel to break the most important thing after that is to close off the side of your body your knee slide knee is on. You don't have to get an underhook but you do have to prevent the bottom guy from getting one. In the gi I prefer to grab the lapel and make what I call a bully grip where you twist your hand and bring your elbow against your hip/ribs as you point your knee perpendicular to your opponent's body. Don't forget to collect up the sleeve or wrist to finish the pass.<br />
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<a href="https://youtu.be/1liU6ZxaziI" target="_blank">BJJ Scout: Leandro Lo Knee Slide Study Part 1 - Active Posting</a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/6T6afZ4dq0U" target="_blank">BJJ Scout: Leandro Lo Knee Slide Study Part 2 - the Face Crank</a><br />
Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-24941265450531717612017-06-06T17:05:00.000-05:002017-08-19T10:37:46.190-05:00June 2017 - Week #18 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Seoi Nage, Double Ankle Grab Sweep, Butterfly Hook Sweep, Butterfly Guard Pass<br />
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<b>Seoi Nage</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/PialA1ROq8I" target="_blank">In-depth analysis of Ippon Seoi nage by Matt D'Aquino of Beyond Grappling</a> <br />
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A couple of pointers when executing this throw. Don't put their armpit over your shoulder, it should go closer to the crook of your elbow. Judo Bob says that this throw is more like a hand technique rather than a hip throw. After working with Bob on this and other throws I'm only scratching the surface with understanding it.<br />
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The drop seoi nage is the throw that I've had the most success with. The morote has also been coming together for me.<br />
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This is the Morote Seoi Nage that I've been working on lately: <a href="https://youtu.be/3CiAnwJRLNg" target="_blank">Moro-Te-Seoi-Nage-Omote-Eingang (Tokio Hirano-Lehrgang 1984 in Papendaal, Holland)</a><br />
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<b>Double Ankle Grab Sweep</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/8GjinHOYC0w" target="_blank">Double Ankle Grab Sweep-BJJ Blue Belt Requirements Technique #18</a><br />
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Not something I hit on a regular basis, I think it's because I'll transition to an open guard before someone is able to stand and break it. But I've seen quite a few people pull it off and I've had it done to me before. I think the hard part is maintaining the momentum and getting up and keeping the opponent's leg pinned in the process. You have to beat the opponent popping up, grab their collar and widen your legs before they can get back to their knees.<br />
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<b>Butterfly Hook Sweep</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/3aH8aNK08ds" target="_blank">The Most Important Butterfly Guard Sweep...</a><br />
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This is one of Greg's favorite techniques and I would say at first glance it's not what you think it is. Everyone sees the end result of the leg kicking the other guys thigh over to complete the sweep, but really the sweep is way more about the upper body and controlling posture. 2 things I start with for the basic sweep. A high underhook and I hang off of their other arm, this should change the angle of their shoulders. Then you need to get out of your own way by getting your shin under your other leg, so you can fall to the side (not back). The kick should be the last thing and just a helper.<br />
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<b>Bonus videos:</b><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/y2JCG5kuJ5Y" target="_blank">BJJ Scout: Adam WardziĆski Butterfly Guard Study Part 1 </a><br />
I've already seen some success with the techniques in this video because I play butterfly half often when I'm forced to. The idea of switching and sweeping to the other side was new to me and I've really liked playing with it. <br />
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<a href="https://youtu.be/XFkEXCCvn6c" target="_blank">Andre Galvao, Butterfly Guard Sweep: Jiu-Jitsu Magazine #23</a><br />
I haven't got to play with this one yet but I like the idea of where he puts the hand. <br />
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<br />Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-19235553917409799382017-05-30T10:56:00.000-05:002017-05-30T10:56:23.843-05:00May 30th 2017 - Week #17 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Standing Guillotine Against Wall Defense, Kneeling Guard Break, Double Under Pass<br />
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<b>Standing Guillotine Against Wall Defense</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/8TsrMk-cwHs" target="_blank">Standing Guillotine Choke Defense With 2 Takedowns</a><br />
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Couldn't find a good video of how we teach this. A couple of points that make this technique easier.<br />
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<li> Good posture: Keep your head up at all times. Bring your hips under your shoulders and then scrape them up along the wall. If you don't have good posture all the pressure will be put on your neck</li>
<li>Maintain posture: Once you are standing straight up and start to reach over their back, you cannot let your posture falter and let them take back control. Keep standing straight as you put them in the neck crank.</li>
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<b>Kneeling Guard Break</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/kAuugwGjgc0" target="_blank">Beginner BJJ Fundamentals - Opening Closed Guard from Knees Concepts - Jason Scully</a><br />
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The kneeling break is not as preferable to the standing. It can be difficult to keep the hips in place on a decent guard player. The basic premise is that we want to make so much space by turning our body that the ankles can't hold the guard. Keep the hips down, the knee on one sit bone and the other leg will make a right angle. Lower yourself and twist to create the space.<br />
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<b>Double Under Pass</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/OK8VEPdxzMM" target="_blank">Double Under Guard Pass</a><br />
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There seem to be some arguments about the best way to do this technique. We have been pulling the opponent onto our thighs before stacking. The other method is to move forward standing into the stack. Personally I've had more success with the former, but that is only because I've used it more. Alternatively I feel good about my defense for this technique with either widening my legs or transitioning to the elbow escape during the pass.<br />
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<b>Bonus Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/y3jzIOw1ehI?t=9m39s" target="_blank">Ryan Hall Passing the Guard - Fundamentals, Grip Fighting, Passing Sequences & Specialty Situations</a> <br />
Ryan Hall demonstrates the double unders a little differently. Instead of grabbing on the sides he grabs under the belt in the middle of the back. He'll also do a sitout to pass. Josh's Jiu-Jitsu Journalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02339830751165897160noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4109272252589031724.post-21531274638659928932017-05-23T16:08:00.002-05:002017-05-23T16:08:44.092-05:00May 2017 - Week #16 Technique Companion<b>Theme & Techniques:</b> Koshi Guruma, Side Control: Tripod Escape, Kimura<br />
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<b>Koshi Guruma</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/pJsQrgMhgk4" target="_blank">Judo - Koshi-guruma</a><br />
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Not much to say about this technique that I haven't said about the other forward throws. This one in particular you want to make sure that you don't push their hips back when you wrap your arm around your neck. <br />
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<b>Tripod Escape from Side Control</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/980525NL40Y" target="_blank">Bridge Escape vs Side Control, Single Leg vs Side Control </a>It's MG so I had to include it, it's not exactly like we do it but close enough.<br />
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The detail that has helped me the most with this technique was to do a little front shrimp before going to the tripod. Otherwise my head was always getting stuck by their knee. So get to the underhook on the far side then bump yourself down a bit. Also tripods are a good exercise that you can practice on your own. Make sure the correct leg is going under the other leg for stability.<br />
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<b>Kimura from Side Control</b><br />
<b>Video:</b> <a href="https://youtu.be/SUgrQp558qA" target="_blank">Increase your success with Kimura from side control</a> Again not the same as we do it but some good details in there<br />
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This has been a good setup for me lately. I think that a lot of people feel safe with their hand on the shoulder in the bottom of side control. That can be used to the top person's advantage to kind of trap there, move north/south and then isolate the arm to get the kimura grip. From here the most important part is to keep their upper body from moving as you pry their arm forward and up and then behind their back. <br />
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