A brief tutorial on how to defend a leg drag guard pass in BJJ.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to escape a kneebar.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to deal with the Wilson/Tozi/Sao Paulo guard pass.
A more fundamental tutorial on how to set up and finish a kimura shoulder lock from side control.
A brief tutorial on how to use movable frames in BJJ.
How to prevent the X-pass in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
A brief tutorial on how to use single leg X-guard in BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to take the back from turtle in BJJ.
A brief tutorial on the "over/under" guard pass for BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to defend the cross choke (AKA the "X-choke") in BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to pass the guard using the double unders method.
A brief tutorial on how to sweep and go straight into a submission once they hit the ground.
This article will be a brief tutorial on the concept of the "yogafoot" for BJJ, including a breakdown of the mechanics of the move and various examples of situations in which to use it.
This brief tutorial will teach you how to do the "Shaolin Sweep," also called the "Terere Sweep," in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
A brief tutorial on several "rolling loop choke" variations.
This article will show a brief tutorial on "shin-on-shin" guard and provide some examples of situations where it can be particularly effective.
A brief tutorial on how to stop someone from armbarring you from inside their guard, and some nifty counters.
A brief tutorial on how to flatten and control your partner while passing the half guard, utilizing the crossface.
This article will explain how to do an overhead sweep for BJJ, especially starting in De La Riva guard or closed guard.
A quick tutorial on how to finish the armbar (from the "armbar finish position") using the "pocket grip."
How to finish an armbar by maintaining the position in the first place.
This article will examine three different ways to choke folks with your legs.
A brief tutorial on defending a brabo choke and taking the back from an unorthodox position.
A quick tutorial on defending the armlock from the back in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
A brief tutorial on how to use "modified X-guard" and enter into some footsies.
How to pass the guard in BJJ with a "leg drag pass."
Four fundamentally different methods for getting to the mount position in BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to switch sides on an armbar from guard.
A brief tutorial on how to "survive" in the closed guard by maintaining survival.
A brief tutorial on how to use shoulder pressure from side control.
This article will explain how to attain mount position in BJJ from side control.
A basic tutorial on how to do a sickle sweep for BJJ, and some different approaches to learning the position.
A brief tutorial on three options from technical mount in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and some conceptual considerations. The technical mount is critical for mastering proper BJJ techniques.
Pulling guard can be an effective strategy to get your opponent to the ground and secure victory. Here are five different ways to pull guard in sport Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to defend the single leg takedown. It is very important to master this defense technique so you don't get taken down in a match.
This article examines three different types of drills, with two examples for each one.
A brief tutorial on how to continue finishing a knee cut guard pass with a scissor defense.
A brief tutorial on how to defend against a cross choke (or hand in the collar) from closed guard.
How to finish a Kimura from half guard top, when you have stepped over their head. Here are three distinct ways to do it.
A brief tutorial on how to survive and escape from a guillotine choke in BJJ.
This article will explain how to perform a bridge-and-roll escape from side control.
A brief tutorial on how to deal with scissor half guard in sport Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training.
A brief tutorial on how to do the brabo choke from the knee cut guard pass.
A brief tutorial on how to set up a triangle choke from a hip bump sweep.
How to get the guard open using biceps control and standing up, sometimes called the "logsplitter" guard opening.
A brief tutorial on how to pass spider guard for BJJ, with focus on 3 fundamental approaches.
A basic breakdown of the pendulum sweep for BJJ (definitely not a "flower sweep" since there are no flowers in jiu-jitsu).
A brief tutorial on how to control someone's posture while they are in your closed guard.
A brief tutorial on how to take the back from side control in BJJ!
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to pass the half guard, using the classic "tripod" guard passing technique.
A brief tutorial on seven different variations of the "toreando" guard pass.
A brief explanation on how to do the arm drag from butterfly guard, plus some modifications.
A brief tutorial on how to move from a traditional omoplata into a finishing armbar.
A brief tutorial on how to move from spider guard to X-guard in BJJ. This is an important movement to get down properly if you want to be competitive in BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to escape side control in BJJ, including some brainstorming for different directions. Learning how to escape is critical to advancing in BJJ.
A brief BJJ tutorial involving how to get into the backstep/kneebar position.
A brief tutorial on how to take the back from De La Riva (DLR) guard.
In this article, I will go over four options to pass the guard, useful for white belts and black belts alike. Working on these fundamentals can really improve your BJJ skills on the mat.
A brief how-to on the BJJ Ezekiel Choke. This technique can be really useful in a match when you need to get a quick submission.
A brief tutorial on some interesting conceptual variations on the "duck under" technique, adapted from amateur wrestling and utilized in jiu-jitsu.
A brief tutorial on how to "dig out" the Kimura against an unwilling opponent.
A brief tutorial on several guillotine choke variations for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling competitions and training.
A brief tutorial on how to do the "loop choke" in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including some variations. The loop choke is an advanced technique that can quickly surprise your opponent.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to sweep straight to S-mount! Quickly moving to S-mount is a critical mat skill to learn.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to escape back (with hooks) from the knees. This technique is challenging to master, but it can help you out if you get into trouble on the mat.
A brief tutorial on how to do the "backstep pass" in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This advanced technique can help you out if you get into trouble during a match.
How to do a belly-down, straight-ankle lock in BJJ! This is a sneaky way for you to get your opponent into a quick submission.
A very specific BJJ tutorial about how to defend a standing guard pass (toreando or "bullfight" pass). This is an advanced technique, but it's worth adding to your skill set.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to take the back when you're on the bottom, but have your partner in your half guard.
A brief BJJ tutorial on the "cheap sweep," a.k.a. the easiest sweep in all of BJJ.
A brief tutorial outlining several ways to combine and flow in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Flow is critical if you want to hold your own against your opponent in a match.
A brief tutorial on the straight ankle lock, a.k.a. "footlock," for sport BJJ competition.
A brief tutorial on how to control the inside arm (preventing escapes) from side control in BJJ.
Self-defense and BJJ converge in this tutorial on how to escape a headlock!
This article will explain how to use overhooks and tricks to set up a tight triangle on the most stubborn opponents.
How to get to your opponent's back from the X-guard position in BJJ. This is an important technique to master as it can be used in a variety of situations.
A brief BJJ tutorial on an eclectic leglock setup, the "bear trap" calf slicer, with Andrew Smith.
How to get into X-guard from butterfly and deep half guard.
A brief tutorial on how to execute a spinning armbar from knee on stomach, and while defending the Kimura grip. Once you get it down, this is a pretty cool move to do on the mat.
How to pass the guard using the "leg staple" guard pass, or "same side knee drive" pass, when encountering some roadblocks.
This article offers a brief tutorial on a few different ways to attack from north/south in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
How to get out of a heel hook in BJJ!
How to set up heel hooks, kneebars, and straight ankle locks from X-guard!
How to get out of knee-on-stomach ("knee on belly") position in BJJ.
This article will go over how to effectively use the scissor half guard in BJJ.
How to escape a "footlock" or straight ankle lock in sport BJJ competition or training at the gym.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to escape the omoplata submission. This escape requires some quick thinking and quick movements, but you will be glad you know how to use it in a pinch.
The arm triangle and the reverse armlock from the mount position is a deadly combination. Once you get this technique down, you will be a force on the mat.
How to use butterfly half guard to sweep or submit your opponent. Revolution BJJ black belt Andrew Smith shows high percentage moves.
This article will explain how to perform heel hooks, kneebars, toe holds, and vaporizers from side control (top).
A brief tutorial on how to use judo sacrifice throws successfully in BJJ competition or at the gym.
A brief tutorial on a hip throw, a trip, and a back throw you can use for BJJ.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how not to get punched when you're on your back!
This article will explain how to use Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to break a wrist.
A fundamental guard pass tutorial on the "leg staple" or "same-side knee-drive" technique.
A basic BJJ instructional tutorial on how to pass the guard using the "knee cut" or "knee slide" guard pass technique.
Richmond, VA's BJJ black belt, Andrew Smith, demonstrates tricks for setting up the armbar from the back!
A brief BJJ tutorial on X-guard and how to use it to set up submissions off the sweep. Instruction by black belts Daniel Frank and Andrew Smith of Revolution BJJ.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to reverse armbar from butterfly guard, featuring instruction by Andrew Silber, Daniel Frank, and Andrew Smith of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief tutorial on how to use butterfly guard in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
A way to utilize your open guard to get a cross-choke submission, while simultaneously threatening the sweep and baiting the guard pass. This sneaky little technique can surprise your opponents and give you the upper hand.
The omoplata is a classic shoulder lock submission most students learn at white belt. Here are some highly effective, nasty submissions from the omoplata.
"How do I escape an armbar?" Here's one way out! Learning how to escape is a great way to get out of a submission.
A nice combination based on the tripod sweep. Instruction by Revolution BJJ black belt instructors Daniel Frank and Andrew Smith.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to do the cross collar choke in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Featuring instruction from 1st-degree black belt Trey Martin of Revolution BJJ.
A description on how to get the guard open, and then how to start passing, with proper base and posture. This is an important skill to get down as it can be used in a variety of situations.
In this article, you will learn how to use butterfly guard in conjunction with overhooks in BJJ in order to have an effective and threatening sweep and submission game. This is a great combo to use on the mat to surprise your opponent.
A brief instructional tutorial on how to set up a crucifix for BJJ. This is a critical skill to master if you want to checkmate your opponent on the mat.
This article will explain how to not only pull guard safely, but also to attack immediately upon sitting down, either ending up on top or with a submission.
Some quick advice on how to use your initial grips to bring your opponent into your guard for sport BJJ competition.
How to stop your opponent from passing your guard! This is a critical skill to master, so make sure you get the movement down correctly.
If you've ever had trouble finishing an omoplata, this tutorial may help. Andrew Smith troubleshoots some of the most frustrating situations you'll find yourself in.
Stuck in side control? This may help. Andrew Smith from Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA shows some effective and efficient escapes from modified kesa gatame.
A brief tutorial on how to do a kneebar leg lock in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Instruction by Andrew Smith, a 2nd-degree black belt in Richmond, VA, and owner of Revolution BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to deal with a person standing up in your spider guard via the "Leandro Lo sweep" and other details.
How to use spider guard for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, starting from the knees.
How to pass half guard when your partner gets the underhook via the "hip-switch" half guard pass method.
How to do a "reverse heel hook" or "inverted heel hook" via a few different entries. We examine both the over/under and 50/50 varieites.
Two different "low" style butterfly guard passes for sport Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition and rolling. Lessons by Andrew Smith and Trey Martin of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to do the X-pass in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Lessons by BJJ black belt Andrew "Goatfury" Smith of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief tutorial on passing butterfly guard in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by BJJ black belt Andrew Smith, owner of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief tutorial on how to set up heel hooks from the bottom of deep half guard. Instruction by black belts Andrew Smith and Jarrett Church of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
How to do a clock choke, with video instruction by Daniel Charles Frank, and tutorial by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
This article includes a brief tutorial on how to deal with a person doing the "backstep pass" from deep half guard in BJJ. Instruction are offered by 3rd degree BJJ black belt, Andrew Smith, owner of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
Andrew "Goatfury" Smith shows how to deal with the most annoying armbar defenses in this BJJ tutorial.
For convenience, we'll call this the "middle finger defense." Andrew Goatfury Smith shows two ways to break this grip and finish the armbar.
How to do a wristlock in BJJ when your partner grabs their lapel. Instruction by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith, instructor and owner at Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
Stuck in an armbar? Here are a few ways to get the finish when your opponent defends.
How to touch up on the basic armbar from the guard and make the finish much tighter. Taught by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith, owner of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
Andrew "Goatfury" Smith shows how to hit a belly-down armbar when the person stacks you from guard, and a second sneaky way to set it up.
Read on for a brief BJJ tutorial on setting up the armbar from the closed guard by using the lapel "brabo" grip.
A brief BJJ tutorial by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith on doing a cross-grip standing sweep into a couple of different armbar entries.
A brief lesson on how to take the back from deep half guard with Andrew "Goatfury" Smith, BJJ black belt from Richmond, VA (Revolution BJJ).
Some tips on becoming a better Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor from BJJ black belt Andrew Smith, who runs Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief BJJ tutorial on escaping "twister side control" in transition and taking the back in your own right.
A more advanced BJJ tutorial on getting out of and taking advantage of 50/50 position!
Here is a guide for going from RDLR (Reverse De La Riva) to an inverted heel hook or leg drag position by spinning underneath.
How to do a berimbolo from the worm guard!
This article provides a basic BJJ tutorial on how to set up worm guard using the lapel and how to do a quick sweep to mount, featuring Daniel Frank from Revolution BJJ.
Learn how to take the back using reverse De La Riva guard (RDLR) with these video tutorials.
How to pass 50/50 guard, and how to take the back from fifty/fifty in sport BJJ. This is an advanced tutorial about passing guard.
Andrew "Goatfury" Smith (second degree BJJ black belt) shows some basics for a leg drag guard pass to the back.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to take the back using the Kimura grip from standing, and some troubleshooting details from 2nd degree BJJ black belt Andrew "Goatfury" Smith from Richmond, VA.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to set up the mounted triangle while using the lapel to trap the arm, with Daniel Charles Frank, Revolution BJJ black belt in Richmond, VA.
A brief BJJ tutorial on some crazy leglock set ups from the bottom of mount that actually work.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to finish armlocks, shoulder locks, and wristlocks while you have the triangle position.
Turning your back to your opponent and still winning, having low posture in the guard, and more violations of standard Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu rules!
A brief BJJ tutorial on setting up Shawn Williams guard and rubber guard, and a couple of high percentage submissions.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to set up omoplatas and triangles from the lasso guard.
A brief tutorial on how to setup an omoplata from a triangle, from closed guard, and from lasso guard.
This article offers a brief BJJ tutorial on how to use the Kimura when you have the grip but are caught on the bottom of the turtle position.
Read and watch a brief tutorial on the "Carlson Gracie choke" or "head scissors" move for BJJ competition and training.
This article includes a brief BJJ tutorial on how to hit a spinning armbar from the bottom when the person tries the Kimura, and how to counter it.
A brief tutorial by Andrew Smith on how to counter the spinning armbar when you have a Kimura grip on the bottom.
A brief tutorial on how to escape a back take during the transition from turtle, once your opponent has your lapel or underhooks.
An index of all Andrew "Goatfury" Smith's BJJ Tutorials in one place.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to set up omoplata from lapel guard. Video with Daniel Frank, black belt instructor at Revolution BJJ. Words by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith.
A brief tutorial on setting up a lapel guard written by BJJ black belt Andrew "Goatfury" Smith and with video from Daniel Frank at Revolution BJJ.
A brief tutorial on how to set up the "monoplata" submission by BJJ black belts Andrew Smith and Daniel Frank of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief tutorial on countering the ninja roll back take in BJJ by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith, instructor at Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
Andrew "Goatfury" Smith shows a ninja roll to the back from 3/4 mount.
A brief BJJ tutorial on a few different ways to establish S-mount (and get the submission), featuring BJJ black belt Andrew Smith from Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
A brief tutorial on how to transition to S-mount and finish the reverse armbar and straight "juji gatame"-style armbar by Andrew Smith, a 3rd-degree black belt based in Richmond, VA.
A brief tutorial on how to finish the reverse armlock from the full mount, taught by 3rd-degree black belt Andrew "Goatfury" Smith.
How to finish a triangle choke in BJJ, taught by 2nd degree black belt Andrew "goatfury" Smith.
Some key details on finishing the BJJ triangle choke with black belt Andrew "goatfury" Smith.
Some sneaky setups for the triangle choke with the overhook from closed guard, featuring BJJ black belt Andrew "Goatfury" Smith of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
How to set up chokes and triangles from the overhook (closed guard, gi).
A brief tutorial by Andrew "Goatfury" Smith on the cross-grip arm-drag series from closed guard. Andrew is one of the owners of Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA.
How to use a highly effective, low risk "pants grab" sweep from closed guard.
How to do the "waiter sweep" for BJJ, plus some more advanced options from 2nd degree BJJ black belt Andrew Smith (Revolution BJJ in Richmond, VA).
Andrew Smith of Revolution BJJ shows how to pass the "leg lasso" guard when your partner has a shallower "lasso hook."
This article offers a different way to pass the leg lasso guard, especially when your partner has a deep lasso hook and is holding on for dear life.
The berimbolo is a tough move to counter, but here's one way to get past this tricky guard/sweep/back take combination!
A brief tutorial on how to pass the leg-lasso spider guard when your partner has a deeper hook.
A brief BJJ tutorial by Revolution BJJ owner Andrew Smith on countering the all-too-common hip switch half guard pass. This counter is an important skill to master for all skill levels in BJJ.
A brief BJJ tutorial on the Kimura Grip, utilizing the "trail arm catch" sequence, and a nifty triangle finish.
An advanced BJJ tutorial on the Kimura grip involving "the trade" and catching the trial arm by 2nd degree black belt Andrew Smith.
A brief BJJ tutorial on advanced Kimura grip concepts from Andrew "Goatfury" Smith.
A brief BJJ tutorial on "catching the trail arm" with the Kimura grip and moving to the back!
A brief BJJ tutorial on an advanced Kimura grip sequence in Andrew Smith's Kimura system called "the Trade."
A BJJ tutorial on attacking the Kimura from half guard bottom, and some surprisingly sneaky ways to get the upper hand.
Read on for a brief BJJ tutorial on the Kimura from bottom half guard, including stepping over to finish and the ensuing roll.
A brief BJJ tutorial on catching the toe hold from a variety of unexpected positions.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to attack the Kimura from the bottom of half guard by black belt Andrew Smith.
A BJJ tutorial on transitions from the toe hold leglock attack when your opponent scrambles.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to switch the Kimura on someone to your own Kimura, AKA the "re-Kimura." Learn how to do this awesome counter and you're bound to surprise your opponent!
A brief tutorial on the "ball and chain" sweep series from De La Riva guard for sport BJJ.
This is a basic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tutorial on using the De La Riva guard, with videos included!
Here's a basic BJJ tutorial on how to set up and finish the toe-hold leglock submission.
A brief BJJ tutorial on the early stages of defense for the "double under stack" guard pass for Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Learning this skill can make your defense much more fluid and less straining on your lower back.
A brief BJJ tutorial on some late stage defenses to the "stack pass" or "double under" guard pass in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Having a solid defense in place will help you out of a tight situation.
This is a brief BJJ tutorial dealing with the late stage defenses to the knee cut guard pass. It's written by 2nd degree BJJ black belt Andrew Smith.
A brief BJJ tutorial on escaping the "harness" or "seat belt" from the back mount with hooks.
A brief BJJ tutorial on escaping the bow and arrow choke from the back.
A brief BJJ tutorial on escaping the back to deep half guard (a follow up on the "crunch and turn" escape tutorial).
A basic Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) tutorial on escaping the back.
A brief BJJ tutorial on how to recover guard by turtling to avoid the pass. Getting this technique down will be very helpful in recovering guard.
A brief tutorial on the classic "arm behind the back" guard pass, with some advanced details. This is a great move to add to your skillset and it can be super effective if you get it down correctly.
A brief Brazilian jiu-jitsu tutorial on how to finish the São Paulo (Tozi, Wilson) guard pass by "windshield wipering" your feet, and some other key details.