Back when I used to teach Fundamental Jiu Jitsu at 10th Planet Van Nuys I never taught any defensive counters to moves. I instead choose to focus on the concepts behind an attack. Why? In my mind you don't need to know defensive counters. If you understand the concepts behind an offensive attack you can effectively … Continue reading The Best Defense Is a Good Offense
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Dean Lister Guard Passing Concepts
Over the past few weeks I have been working on my open guard passing game. People are starting to shut down my knee slide pass so it's time to move on and find a new pass to add to my arsenal. Being a bigger guy who loves leg locks I naturally gravitated towards looking up … Continue reading Dean Lister Guard Passing Concepts
Transitions….The Key To Victory Part 2
Transitions transitions transitions! Today I wanted to break down some of the mini battles that many of us are facing this month at 10th Planet Van Nuys. Let's take a look at a head and arm choke from the mount we have been covering this month at 10th Planet Van Nuys. Many people they think that once … Continue reading Transitions….The Key To Victory Part 2
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