Techniques
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The Guillotine Choke: Variations, Setups and How to Escape It
The guillotine works from standing, closed guard, half guard and mount. How to finish it, the arm-in, high-elbow and ten-finger variations, the best setups, how to escape it, and when it's legal in IBJJF.
The Kimura Lock: How It Works, Setups and Defense in BJJ
The kimura is a figure-four shoulder lock you can hit from guard, half guard, side control and the back. How it works, how to finish it safely, the best setups, how to defend it, and how a 1951 match gave it its name.
Rear Naked Choke: How to Finish It and How to Escape It
The rear naked choke ended four of the nine finals at ADCC 2026. How it works, how to finish it from back control, how to beat the chin tuck, how to escape it, and why it's called naked.
Darce Choke (D'Arce): How It Works, Setups and Defense
The darce choke traps your opponent's arm against their own neck. How it works, the five setups that land it, how to finish without cranking the jaw, how it differs from the anaconda, and how to defend it.
Calf Slicer & Knee Bar: How They Work and When They're Legal (by Belt)
Two of the most painful leg attacks in grappling, explained: how the calf slicer and knee bar work, how to defend them, and exactly which belts can legally use them in IBJJF and ADCC.
Triangle Choke Mastery: Setup, Execution, and Defenses Explained
A complete breakdown of the triangle choke from basic mechanics to advanced setups, including finishing details, common mistakes, and drilling recommendations for all levels.
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Leg Locks in BJJ: A Comprehensive Guide for All Levels
A modern guide to the leg lock game covering fundamental mechanics, ashi garami positions, safety protocols, and IBJJF vs ADCC rule differences for practitioners at every level.
Heel Hook Defense: How to Survive and Escape Leg Attacks
A safety-focused guide to heel hook defense covering prevention, escape mechanics, and the critical importance of knowing when to tap to protect your knees.
Guard Passing 101: Essential Techniques to Pass Any Guard
A systematic approach to guard passing covering both pressure and dynamic styles, with emphasis on fundamental concepts that work against all guard types at every level.
Closed Guard Attack System: Sweeps, Submissions, and Control
Build a complete closed guard game with proven submissions, high-percentage sweeps, and systematic attack chains that keep your opponent constantly defending.
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