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Providing a unique experience, the program goes beyond technique, with details, concepts and fundamentals.
It does not suffice to reach the position. Locking the move in place does not mean you will be able to finish your opponent. In this series of special lessons, Renzo Gracie breaks down the importance of adjustments. Positioning details; the exact moment to go for the kill; weight distribution; angle and levers; alternatives to redo the attack based on possible reactions; common mistakes you must avoid. Renzo goes through all these topics to help you fine-tune finishes like the triangle, foot locks, chokes with hand on collar, and a sneaky armbar for use when you're on top on half-guard. Amazing advice from one of the greatest finishers in BJJ history.
In July 2018, Renzo Gracie made history by winning an MMA match at 51, against an opponent ten years younger. He fought historic bouts in Pride FC in the 90s and became a crucial player in the transition between vale-tudo and modern MMA. He also stood out through the birth and rise of submission wrestling organization the Abu Dhabi Combat Club, where he became a two-time champion, and also won a super fight at the age of 50. Renzo is one of the most respected martial arts teachers in the world and runs a 15,000 sq. ft. academy located in the heart of Manhattan, NY.
There are multiple ways to face a half-guard. Some fighters like to sprawl over the guard player's body. Renzo, however, prefers to stay in base with his torso distant from his opponent's body. Note that Renzo sneakily "prepares" the collar to insert the cross hand pretty deep. The finishing touch happens when he takes his other hand to his opponent's back, locking his armpit over the guard player's face. If there is any degree of resistance, you can use the attack to get past the half-guard and reach side control.
Fighters who fight on the bottom playing half-guard usually underhook their opponents in the search for a support point that favors attacks like sweeps and back-takes. Few guard players, however, realize that depending on the position, the arm used for the underhook may be vulnerable. Note how Renzo wraps his opponent's arm, applying pressure on the elbow joint. In case something goes wrong, Renzo teaches how to change into an inexorable choke.
Although the triangle is a very effective move, if you don't make the right adjustments, you will waste energy and probably be unable to finish. Note that after the initial triangle placement, Renzo worries about the details to fine-tune the choke. For example: breaking the base, placing his leg correctly, and not allowing his own knee to get close to his face.
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