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Why Simple Back Takes and Arm Drags Still Win - Even at the Highest Levels

Why Simple Back Takes and Arm Drags Still Win - Even at the Highest Levels

From Ithaca BJJ School

October 23, 2025

A simple back take. A classic arm drag. Nothing fancy. Just fundamentals done right.

In this short session, Professor Matt breaks down one of the cleanest sequences in Jiu-Jitsu, followed by a few rounds of students putting it to work. No voiceover or over-explaining. Just training.

Shot at Ithaca BJJ.

In collaboration with The Alchemy of Struggle.

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