In this week's mini-episode, we discuss **plus, minus, equals:** a team-based training concept often attributed to UFC legend Frank Shamrock. It teaches that you get the best results when training with a combination of people who are *better* than you (the "pluses"), *worse* than you (the "minuses"), and *on par* with you (the "equals").
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In this video, Danaher Death Squad veteran Brian Glick teaches a Closed Guard detail so effective that 5x World Champion Bernardo Faria admits he had "never, never, never seen it before." If you feel stuck in Closed Guard—squeezing your legs while your opponent easily postures up and stalls—this video is the cure. Brian breaks down the "Knee Pull" mechanic, a hidden leverage point that widens your opponent's base and forces them to collapse forward without you needing to use explosive strength. This is the perfect system for older grapplers or hobbyists who want to neutralize younger, stronger opponents using pure technique.
Brian also explains the philosophy of "Small Advantages," showing you how to chain the Knee Pull into the Side Scissor and Clamp systems to create an impassable guard.
CHAPTERS & KEY TECHNIQUES:
00:00 - Intro: Why Brian Glick is finally teaching in the Gi
02:12 - The "One Size Fits All" Mistake (Stop attacking blindly)
03:32 - The Philosophy of Leverage: Big Systems vs. Little Advantages
04:35 - The Closed Guard Illusion: Why you might be losing while on top
05:40 - The Golden Rule: Winning the "Hips on Hips" Battle
06:40 - How to Break Posture on a Kneeling Opponent
07:10 - THE KNEE PULL: The "Invisible" Detail Bernardo Faria Never Saw
08:10 - Connecting to the Side Scissor (The High Percentage Route)
09:30 - Elbow Awareness: How to Trap the Arm & Isolate
10:55 - The Top Lock & Clamp System (Attacking the Shoulder)
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This leg lock entry builds off the Kiss of the Dragon but pummels to the inside to secure a backside twisty finish. Learn how to control the 50/50, expose the heel, and use foot-on-belly elevation to shut down hand fighting and finish—even if your partner back steps.
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The Side Headlock and its variants can create a real problem, not just for the inexperienced person, but even for experienced grapplers. Whether it is self-defense, submission wrestling or MMA, understanding how to get out of this oppressive pin is crucial. Here are some escapes that actually work at every level.
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The Ladder Sweep from Closed Guard is a high-percentage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique that teaches off-balancing, timing, and clean transitions to top position.
In this lesson from 316 BJJ, we break down the ladder sweep step by step, focusing on:
✔️ Proper grip placement
✔️ Kuzushi (off-balancing)
✔️ Hip movement and angle creation
✔️ Maintaining control after the sweep
This technique is ideal for:
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🥋 Closed guard fundamentals
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The ladder sweep is a reliable option when your opponent is standing or postured in your closed guard, and it pairs well with other fundamental sweeps and submissions.
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On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu black belt Nathan Orchard.
Nathan discusses his extensive MMA career prior to learning Jiu-Jitsu, how he only stayed at Blue Belt for 2 weeks, learning to fight in his front yard, the development of the "Dead Orchard" submission, developing of your game - how much is intentional vs. accidental, the importance of a clean environment, advice to younger grapplers, martial arts movies and influences, how to stay safe in training, and his goals on starting a new gym.
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In this video, filmed at a recent seminar at Kingston Jiu Jitsu, Mauricio Gomes teaches a smooth transition from side control to knee on chest, finishing directly into a choke.
The focus is on control, pressure, and timing — using position to create the submission rather than forcing it.
A great example of how small adjustments in positioning can open up high-percentage finishes.
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This week, we're joined again by Lachlan Giles for a deep rethink of what "fundamentals" really mean in modern Jiu-Jitsu. Rather than treating fundamentals as a fixed list of techniques, Lachlan argues they should be defined by goals, rulesets, and outcomes. He explains why competitors may benefit more from guard retention and winning early exchanges than from late-stage escapes, how mindset and time allocation shape development, and why specialization often beats chasing the meta.
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[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions)- Defense Paradox
[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/defense-paradox)- Layers of Guard
[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/layers-of-guard)- Prevention Over Cure
[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure)- Funneling
[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/funneling)- Zone of Genius
[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/zone-of-genius)- Shuhari
[https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/shuhari)- Curse of Knowledge
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At 316 BJJ, our kids curriculum is built around safe, simple, and effective Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that helps children grow confidence, coordination, and real grappling skill.
In this lesson, students learn how to transition from Closed Guard to a Double Ankle Sweep, a fundamental movement that teaches:
✅ Balance and timing
✅ Guard control from the bottom
✅ Smooth transitions to top position
✅ Beginner-friendly sweep mechanics
This technique is perfect for:
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🥋 Beginner & white belt students
🥋 Competition foundations
🥋 Long-term skill development
Our coaching philosophy keeps Jiu-Jitsu fun, structured, and age-appropriate, so kids stay engaged while learning techniques that actually work.
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We were beyond thrilled to host Athena’s birthday party and give everyone a little window into who she is—an amazing person and a martial artist in the making.
We kicked things off with LASER TAG 🔫😄 (pure chaos, pure laughter), then switched gears into kickboxing basics (hands up, feet moving, confidence rising), jumped into Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals (balance, control, teamwork), and finished with the ultimate finale: MMA time—mixing both arts into fun, safe drills that had everyone feeling like superheroes. 🦸♀️🦸♂️🔥
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Struggling to control the upper body when taking the back? Shift your focus to the hips. This drill shows how to use knee positioning, hip control, and the twister hook to pull your partner onto you and secure strong back control—even when the seatbelt isn’t there right away.
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Are you tired of getting stuck in your closed guard against bigger, stronger opponents? You know the feeling: they establish an unbreakable posture, their base feels like it's made of concrete, and all your usual attempts to pull their head down feel completely useless. This feeling of powerlessness is one of the most frustrating experiences in Jiu-Jitsu.
In this video, Bernardo Faria is joined by one of the most respected instructors at BJJ Fanatics, Brian Glick, who reveals a posture-breaking secret he learned directly from world champion Nicholas Meregali. This isn't your standard "arm drag" or "collar pull." This is a fundamental shift in strategy that attacks the opponent's base at its source.
Brian teaches a unique hip-swiveling motion—"The Hip Shift"—that forces your opponent's knees wide, destroying the foundation of their posture. Once their base is compromised, breaking them down becomes shockingly easy. This single detail can transform your closed guard from a stalling position into your most dangerous attacking platform.
Timestamp Chapters:
0:00 - The "Unbreakable Posture" Problem
Bernardo introduces the common problem of being unable to break an opponent's posture in the closed guard, setting the stage for Brian Glick's unique solution.
0:38 - Why Your Current Posture Breaks Are Failing
Brian explains that most people focus only on the upper body (arms, head), which is ineffective against a strong opponent with a solid base.
1:22 - The Secret I Learned From a World Champion
The core concept is revealed: instead of fighting their upper body strength, you must first attack and widen their base by targeting their knees.
1:49 - The "Hip Shift": How to Destroy Their Base
Detailed breakdown of the key mechanic. Brian demonstrates the "kipping" or "swiveling" hip motion that forces the opponent's knees apart, making them fundamentally unstable.
2:24 - The "Knees-to-Armpits" Principle
Once the base is broken, the next step is to pull your knees high into their armpits. This gives you maximum leverage over their spine, making the final posture break effortless.
2:32 - Full Demonstration of The Base Breaker System
Watch Brian Glick put the Hip Shift and the Knees-to-Armpits pull together in a fluid sequence, instantly collapsing his opponent's posture.
2:54 - The Mechanics Explained: Why This Works So Well
Bernardo and Brian discuss the physics of the technique. By widening the base, you bring the opponent's center of gravity forward, making them vulnerable to being pulled down.
3:51 - The Nicholas Meregali Connection
Bernardo and Brian discuss how the very best competitors in the world all have these "secret" details that make their Jiu-Jitsu so effective.
5:13 - Unlock Your Entire Closed Guard Game
This single posture break opens up every attack in your arsenal: triangles, armbars, omoplatas, and more. Bernardo gives a final endorsement for Brian Glick's complete closed guard instructional.
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Bernardo Faria has now taken on the mission to share some of the lessons, techniques, experiences and more that he has learned along in his 16 years and counting as a BJJ student, teacher and world class competitor.
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