We were fortunate to have Erik teach a class at our garage right before his black belt promotion in April of 2019. Erik showed us some great drills for shoulder health and went on to teach a sweep from the closed guard. Erik uses the same collar control he taught in the closed guard to show a couple of take down options. You can find Erik at Take Down Nation in Shiloh, Virginia.

Erik starts Part 2 by covering the details of obtaining the octopus position from top half guard into a back take. Next, Erik uses the “pretzel bolo” to take the back which is a variation of the Berimbolo. He continues to explain the Berimbolo from the smash pass. For conventional pathways to the back, Erik secures back control from the arm triangle choke and north south position. He then goes over the details of his preferred back control and primary offensive move, the rear naked choke. Erik instructs many details of obtaining the RNC and countering counter moves. There are many great tips in this instructional! Enjoy.

Erik covers some classic and progressive ways to get to the back. The series starts on the feet with a transition to front head lock, snap down and attack of the turtle position. The sequence progresses to a detailed instruction of quarter control to back take. The second sequence starts with z guard and half guard. Erik uses the arm attack defense to take the back. Next, Erik goes through the intricacies that make up the octopus hook obtained from half guard into a back take. From side control, the octopus hook allows a base to be built and possibilities open up. Stay tuned for Episode 2 coming soon.

Eddie walks us through a detailed explanation of a lapel wrap sweep and back take starting in the half guard position. Each technique ends with submission options. Eddie also covers a lapel wrap choke option from the closed guard.

Out of The Edge Martial Arts Academy in New Jersey, Rich reviews some passes of the traditional half guard position. Always controlling the hip and the head, he flattens his partner out and uses pressure to transition to a knee slice or obtain mount. Rich covers some of his favorite variations on this fundamental half guard pass. He addresses some of the common answers to the pass counters as well as the back step pass. We hope you enjoy this detail oriented approach to passing half guard!

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Tobin covers a guard pass from the over passing range by demonstrating the "Bonsai Pass." Through the principles of hip control, base, grips and connection, he explains a controlled set up for the pass in detail. Thanks for watching.

Utilizing a technical stand up from an intermediate distance in the De la Riva guard, Tobin demonstrates a sweep into a tight knee slice pass. Tobin also covers a variation of the sweep based on the opponent sitting back. Thanks for watching!

In this video, Chhi’ covers setting up the Kesa from an attempted knee on belly baseball bat choke as well as transitioning to Kesa from side control. He explains pressure as a technical development through control and attempted submissions.

Learn how technique and position create pressure through use of the Kesa Gatame. Chhi’ explains the position, the application of pressure, preventing the escape, and a sequence of submissions from the position. Don’t miss Tobin’s commentary at the end.

Meet Hamid, a US National Level Judo Coach, training in Judo since 1990 as well as a Jiu Jitsu brown belt with Combat Base. In this instructional, Hamid covers how to have a plan for gripping, protect your lapels and sleeves, and shut down your opponent’s attacking hand. He also covers two throws: one from the Russian Tie and another from the c grip. Enjoy!

Ever wondered what you should do if you are attacked with a knife? Combat Base black belt Jerry Wetzel is a knife defense expert and founder of Red Zone Threat Management Systems. In this video, Jerry introduces some basics of knife defense from standing and the ground. You'll learn how to disarm someone who has a knife safely. The instruction is geared toward the jiu-jitsu practitioner. For more, check out the Red Zone website.

Mitch Langman, head instructor at Dark Carnival, shows how he sets up and finishes a variety of lapel chokes including how to switch to different techniques/grips when your opponent defends. If you're a fan of lapel chokes, and even if you're not, you won't want to miss this one!

Combat Base Visalia first degree black belt Kayti Quesada shares her details and secrets for superior connection and awareness drilling. This video is perfect for those looking to learn how to take space away from their opponents while on top.

First degree black belt Mark Quesada shares his concepts and secrets to winning the unwinnable against an opponent who may be younger, stronger, or faster.

The Combat Base Club BJJ Black Belt Chhi'mèd Künzang shares his vast knowledge of body mechanics and martial arts concepts that can apply to a variety of jiu-jitsu techniques. He also teaches us subtle tricks on how best execute wrist locks, which will surely give your opponents pause on the mat!

Third degree BJJ black belt, karate black belt, and expert catch wrestler Sam Kressin shares his secrets on the setup, entry, and finish of a deadly banana split.

Cowboy Jiu Jitsu black belt Brian Moody demonstrates three different ways that can get an opponent off balance with the "monkey swing" ankle pick series. He shows the correct setup for an ankle pick and then goes on explain different variations that can be used when it fails. A great addition to anyone's takedown arsenal.

Warrior Fitness Center Founder and Head Instructor Benjamin Westrich demonstrates the cloth grip version of the arm drag. In this video you'll learn effective ways to properly setup and execute the arm drag, as well as how to transition the position into a single leg and takedown.

Resident black belt Andy Hori shows his unique take on an armbar from omoplata. He also shares his entry technique from spider guard as well as another finishing variation.

Mixed Combat Sports head coach Paris Snyder shares his baratoplata techniques, including how to setup, control, and finish. You'll also learn how he likes to get disqualified from jiu jitsu tournaments with his patented tornado kick and double tornado kick.

Efrain Sevilla shares his wealth of knowledge on the two-on-one grip from a standing start position. He shows his techniques for entries, sweeps, and throws as well as a few nice submissions after taking his opponents to the mat.

Erik Anderson, third degree black belt and resident leg lock master, teaches how to enter, attack, defend, and counter against heel hooks. He reviews key concepts on how to control your opponents far leg while still finishing the submission. Don't miss this one if you're looking for a way to up your nogi and/or leglock game.

Centerline Jiu Jitsu and MMA owner and head coach Jerry Wetzel shares his "cthulhu choke" from side control. This sneaky and technical choke can be the perfect weapon against larger opponents. While setting up the choke he details the best way to avoid getting rolled over and maintain side control.

In our latest video, Casey Hanmer provides a great tutorial on nogi back attacks and submissions including a reverse triangle and arm lock. She shows her techniques for passing the guard, taking the back, and the optimal ways to counter your opponents defenses.

The Combat Base Club’s own renaissance man Mike Dytri dives deep into the Estima lock submission in the gi. In this video he covers entry into position, baiting your opponent into inverting or regaurding to perfectly enter the Estima lock position, and of course the fine details of maintaining the position and finishing the submission.

Jamico “Wristlock Jay” Elder makes his debut in the Combat Base Club’s Black Belt Series. In this video you’ll learn the finer details on the Kimura and key lock. With his comprehensive teaching style Jay will show submission techniques from side control and closed guard. Don't miss this one!

Third degree black belt Patrick Becker teaches the finer points of straight ankle locks, ashi garami, and general leg entanglements. Learn entries from butterfly guard, combat base stance, and your opponents double ankle sweep as well as details on finishing the straight ankle lock submission.

In the premier episode of our newest series, fourth degree black belt and former pro MMA fighter Danny Suarez shares his knowledge with the Combat Base Club. In this video you'll learn the secrets behind his foot trip, fireman's throw, uma plata, and side control arm bar.