In this lesson plan I start covering something that has been asked a couple times in our forums – the lapeloplata guard. Here I cover how to enter the position although the omoplata is not so common as our opponent will always try to… Continue reading
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DELA RIVA LAPEL DRAG BACK ATTACKS
Attacking the back is probably the most common thing you see when someone is playing DLR. With the DLR Lapel Drag grip it isn’t different, your goal is still to attack the back. Here I show one of the most important techniques from this… Continue reading
LAPEL DRAG WITH INVINCIBLE DLR HOOK
I start this lesson plan by revising what we learned on the previous one to then move to new ideas. This time my opponent will keep his hands on the mat or I will attack him before he tries to push my knee, if… Continue reading
DELA RIVA LAPEL DRAG: INTRO AND SWEEP
The Dela Riva Lapel Drag is one of my favorite positions from the Dela Riva. Besides it’s many attacks, it gives me confidence that I will be safe no matter what. I like to play this position against guys who passes the Dela Riva… Continue reading
KNEELING SPIDER ARM-TRAPPED CLOSED GUARD ATTACKS: EZEQUIEL AND TRIANGLE
Closing the guard on top of one of the arms is something I like doing it a lot. This is a very important position to know, the ezequiel and triangle are the most powerful options but there are others too. Focus on hitting the… Continue reading
