Marcelo pressures to halfguard, then secures it by using head and arm control.

The opponent gives his back then Marcelo secures the Over/Under seatbelt control. The opponent leaves his arm open, so Marcelo obtains the crucifix position. He flattens the opponent out and locks in the RNC.

Marcelo slides his knee through the middle to pass, the opponent turns just for a split second, so Marcelo capitalizes on the mistake by obtaining the seatbelt and putting hooks in.

Marcelo pinches the Head and Arm together, then sweeps using his left hook. Many times its difficult to obtain the Over/Under position, so the Head and Arm control is a great substitution.

The opponent attempts to Pass, grabbing Marcelo's legs. While is head is lowered, Marcelo secures the Guillotine from Guard.

Marcelo is slipping off in position, but retains the Over/Under Seatbelt control. He then readjusts to a more favored position. It's important to hold the Over/Under Seatbelt control to secure a strong back control.