2 Part Technique - Elbow Control Armbar from the Butterfly Guard. If the opponent is able to continue to rotate his arm through the Elbow Control Armbar, the Omoplata is available for the sweep and submission.

2 Part Technique - You secure the Omoplata, the opponent counters by rolling. You establish and control the arm to attack again with the Omoplata. However, now the opponent is able to free his arm and tries to come on top. You can Omop...

2 Part Technique - When the opponent puts your back to the mat to pass your guard, you must keep your feet inside and push back to reset yourself into the Butterfly Guard. If the opponent is able to get under a leg to start Stack Passi...

2 Part Technique - Not only is the Triangle a strong submission, but it can be used to sweep the opponent as well. Once the opponent falls and you land on top, their arm is exposed for the Spiral Armbar. Your intention will be the Spir...

3 Part Technique - The Stack Pass is not a Guard Pass Marcelo prefers to use because of the energy needed and resistance involved in this pass. However, being able to counter and deal with this Guard Pass is essential to have a well ro...

2 Part Technique - You must secure a control before pulling guard, preferably 2on1 Control. The Tripod Sweep is a simple and basic sweep that loses it's effect against knowledgeable opponents, but can lead to the more advanced 1 Leg X ...

2 Part Technique - It is common for the opponent to defend the triangle submission by connecting his hands underneath. Counter the defense by baiting a fake opening for him to escape. Once he postures to free his arm, he will be expose...

3 Part Technique - The opponent might defend the Elbow Control Armbar by escaping his arm to the side, but will only expose himself to an Omoplata. It is common for a strong opponent to pull back from your new control on his elbow for ...

2 Part Technique - Often the opponent will not have the best technique to start the Folding Pass. His variation may only be attacking your legs, instead of your hips and torso which is the correct way. Your legs are much stronger than ...

2 Part Technique - Force the opponent into a vulnerable position by pummeling outside for elbow control and pulling his arm close. Swing your leg to strike the back of the opponent's shoulder and sit up immediately. Torque the opponent...

2 Part Technique - If the opponent controls your hips to counter a Hip Roll Escape, his second attack will generally be to climb up your body for Under Hook and Head Control. Continue your Elbow control from the Elbow Push, to instead ...

3 Part Technique - An opponent inside your guard who decides to passively rest with his head low or passes with improper posture leaves you with the opportunity to transition to the omoplata. Frame your hands against his head as you sh...