Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics

5x world champion. High-percentage technique for all levels.

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The Ultimate BJJ Equalizer by Gordon Ryan & John Danaher

The Ultimate BJJ Equalizer by Gordon Ryan & John Danaher - Click Here To Check Out Gordon Ryan's Instructional Videos - https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/all/fighter_GORDON-RYAN - For all your BJJ Gear and Apparel Needs Visit - https://store.bjjfanatics.com/ - Are you a BJJ Fanatics Insider? If not, you are missing out! Join now at: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/insiders-club - Bernardo Faria is a 5x World Champion. Bernardo started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Juiz de Fora - MG, Brazil at the age of 14 in 2001. After receiving the Black Belt from his first instructor Ricardo Marques in 2008, He moved to Sao Paulo to join BJJ legend Fabio Gurgel and his Alliance team. After many years of training and winning many major titles, Bernardo moved to NYC in 2013 to train and teach at Marcelo Garcia Academy. In 2015 Bernardo achieved his dream of winning the IBJJF World Championship Open class title and his division, doing the double Gold and becoming the 1st in the IBJJF Ranking and also chosen as the best athlete of 2015. 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. Subscribe to his channel, and join him in this amazing BJJ Journey. We promise that you will also improve your BJJ with his awesome Video Lessons, Episodes of his "5 Minutes BJJ Talk" and more www.fujisports.com - 15% OFF Coupon Code: FARIA15 www.bjjfanatics.com - 10% OFF Coupon Code: YOUTUBEFARIA www.fujimats.com - 10% OFF Coupon Code: FARIAMAT10 http://bernardofaria.com https://www.facebook.com/bernardofariabjj/ https://www.instagram.com/bernardofariabjj/ https://twitter.com/bernardofariajj #shorts #bjj #bjjfanatics

May 29, 2026 · Watch
Why This Was The Most Unlikely BJJ Champion - John Danaher

Why This Was The Most Unlikely BJJ Champion - John Danaher - Click Here To Check Out John Danaher's Instructional Videos - https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/all/fighter_JOHN-DANAHER - For all your BJJ Gear and Apparel Needs Visit - https://store.bjjfanatics.com/ - Are you a BJJ Fanatics Insider? If not, you are missing out! Join now at: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/insiders-club - Bernardo Faria is a 5x World Champion. Bernardo started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Juiz de Fora - MG, Brazil at the age of 14 in 2001. After receiving the Black Belt from his first instructor Ricardo Marques in 2008, He moved to Sao Paulo to join BJJ legend Fabio Gurgel and his Alliance team. After many years of training and winning many major titles, Bernardo moved to NYC in 2013 to train and teach at Marcelo Garcia Academy. In 2015 Bernardo achieved his dream of winning the IBJJF World Championship Open class title and his division, doing the double Gold and becoming the 1st in the IBJJF Ranking and also chosen as the best athlete of 2015. 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. Subscribe to his channel, and join him in this amazing BJJ Journey. We promise that you will also improve your BJJ with his awesome Video Lessons, Episodes of his "5 Minutes BJJ Talk" and more www.fujisports.com - 15% OFF Coupon Code: FARIA15 www.bjjfanatics.com - 10% OFF Coupon Code: YOUTUBEFARIA www.fujimats.com - 10% OFF Coupon Code: FARIAMAT10 http://bernardofaria.com https://www.facebook.com/bernardofariabjj/ https://www.instagram.com/bernardofariabjj/ https://twitter.com/bernardofariajj #shorts #bjj #bjjfanatics

May 28, 2026 · Watch
Dima Murovanni's #1 Secret To Improve Your BJJ Faster

Are you training BJJ 4-5 days a week, constantly sore, and still getting smashed on the mats? Elite grappling coach Dima Murovanni reveals why OVERTRAINING is the #1 reason you are plateauing in Jiu Jitsu, and how to fix it. In this video, 5x World Champion Bernardo Faria sits down with Dima Murovanni (coach to B-Team Jiu Jitsu, ADCC medalists, and elite grapplers) to discuss the biggest mistake beginners and competitors make: trying to copy the training volume of 22-year-old pros. If you want to know how to improve at BJJ faster, the secret isn't more mat time—it's smarter mat time. Dima reveals his highly coveted "100-Point System" for managing training intensity, explaining the crucial difference between skill development and performance training. Learn the exact methods he used to help top athletes like Nicky Rod perform better by actually training less. Whether you are a 40-year-old hobbyist trying to avoid injuries, or a competitor prepping for a tournament, this system will change how you approach your BJJ training schedule forever. Learn Dima Murovanni's complete system in his new instructional here: 👉 [INSERT LINK TO DIMA'S BJJ FANATICS INSTRUCTIONAL HERE] USE PROMO CODE: YOUTUBEFARIA to get 10% off any instructional video! 👉 https://bjjfanatics.com/ 🔥 CHAPTERS (Skip to your favorite part): 0:00 - The #1 Reason You Aren't Improving at Jiu Jitsu 1:40 - Why Overtraining Kills Your Progress & Causes Injuries 2:58 - The "100-Point System": How to Manage BJJ Training Volume 4:37 - How to Measure Your Strain (Whoop, Oura Ring, & Self-Monitoring) 6:22 - The Secret to B-Team's Success (Why Nicky Rod Took Days Off) 7:58 - Skill Development vs. Performance Training in BJJ 9:48 - How to Customize Your BJJ Training Schedule 👍 If you found this video helpful, please hit the LIKE button, leave a COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more elite BJJ techniques and concepts! 📲 Follow Bernardo Faria & BJJ Fanatics: Instagram: [Insert Bernardo's IG] Instagram: [Insert BJJ Fanatics IG] Facebook: [Insert Facebook Link] #BJJ #JiuJitsu #BJJTraining #HowToImproveAtBJJ #BTeamJiuJitsu #BernardoFaria #BJJFanatics #Overtraining #JiuJitsuLifestyle #Grappling ### 🧠 Strategist's Notes on Why This Description Works: 1. The Hook (First 2 Sentences): The YouTube algorithm prioritizes the first 200 characters. We immediately hit high-value keywords ("training BJJ," "improving at Jiu Jitsu," "overtraining") while speaking directly to Jonathan Reed's pain point (being sore and plateauing). 2. LSI Keywords Integrated Naturally: We naturally wove in terms people actively search for, such as "BJJ training schedule," "how to improve at BJJ faster," "BJJ training volume," and "ADCC prep" without sounding like a robot. 3. Optimized Chapters: YouTube uses chapters to create "Rich Snippets" on Google search. Instead of boring timestamps like "0:00 Intro," we used keyword-heavy mini-titles like "How to Manage BJJ Training Volume" to capture peripheral Google search traffic. 4. Clear Call to Action: The link to Dima's instructional is prominently placed above the fold (meaning viewers might not even have to click 'Show More' to see it on some devices), driving maximum conversion. 👇 Subscribe for more daily BJJ techniques: https://www.youtube.com/@BernardoFariaBJJFanatics?sub_confirmation=1

May 26, 2026 · Watch
Garry Tonon Teaches His Secret 50/50 Escape - Never Filmed Before

It is engineered to rank highly in YouTube/Google search results while speaking directly to the psychology of our target viewer, Jonathan Reed, compelling him to watch the video and click the links. ### YouTube Video Description Learn how to escape the 50/50 guard effortlessly! Garry Tonon reveals a secret No-Gi BJJ 50/50 escape that he has kept hidden from cameras for over two years. Tired of getting stalled out, trapped, or leg-locked in the 50/50 guard? One of the biggest frustrations for BJJ hobbyists is the feeling of having your leg completely stuck, unable to pull it out no matter how hard you try. In this video, ADCC medalist and leg lock expert Garry Tonon sits down with Bernardo Faria to share a mechanical "cheat code" to solve this exact problem. Instead of relying on brute strength, Garry demonstrates a highly specific "V-Grip" on the opponent's hamstring that completely disables their ability to control your leg. Garry admits he has been "cooking this up" in the training room for nearly two years and explicitly tells his training partners NOT to film it—until today. If you want to stop getting stuck in the 50/50 and start escaping effortlessly to top position or the back, this is a must-watch BJJ tutorial. 🔥 Level up your Jiu-Jitsu with Garry Tonon’s new instructional: [INSERT LINK TO BJJ FANATICS INSTRUCTIONAL HERE] Use Promo Code YOUTUBEFARIA at checkout for 10% OFF! ⏱️ Key Moments (Video Chapters): 00:00 - Introduction by Bernardo Faria 00:38 - The Biggest Problem with the 50/50 Guard 01:09 - The Secret "V-Grip" Setup 01:40 - How to "Slip Out" and Extract the Leg Effortlessly 02:12 - Passing to the Back & Counter-Attacks 02:45 - Why Garry Kept This Technique a Secret for 2 Years 03:38 - How to Get Garry Tonon's New Leg Entanglement System 👉 Subscribe to the channel for more daily BJJ Techniques & Secrets: https://www.youtube.com/c/bernardofariabjj?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ About Bernardo Faria: Bernardo Faria is a 5x World Champion and Co-Founder of BJJ Fanatics. His channel is dedicated to bringing you the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques, tips, and secrets from the greatest grapplers on the planet to help you improve your game on the mats. #BJJ #GarryTonon #JiuJitsu #Grappling #BJJFanatics #LegLocks ### Why this SEO Description Works (The Strategy): 1. Front-Loaded Keywords: The YouTube/Google algorithm places the highest weight on the first two sentences. We immediately hit "escape the 50/50 guard", "Garry Tonon", "No-Gi BJJ", and "50/50 escape". 2. The "Secret" Hook: The algorithm loves the keywords, but the viewer loves the intrigue. Mentioning that it was "hidden for over two years" directly supports the thumbnail/title strategy, maintaining the trust mandated by Golden Rule #4. 3. Selling the Cure in the Body: The second paragraph explicitly names Jonathan Reed's problem ("Tired of getting stalled out, trapped...") and promises the solution ("mechanical cheat code"). 4. Optimized Chapters (Key Moments): YouTube feeds chapters directly into Google Search. Labeling a timestamp "The Secret V-Grip Setup" instead of just "Grip Setup" creates searchable, clickable moments that drive external traffic from Google directly to the video.

May 23, 2026 · Watch
The Secret Truth About Leg Locks by Dima Murovanni

Are modern leg locks destroying your BJJ game? In this video, grappling coach Dima Murovanni reveals his controversial secret: "Leg Locks Are Fake." Learn the ultimate conceptual leg lock defense system to escape heel hooks and straight ankle locks effortlessly. 🔥 Get 10% OFF any BJJ Fanatics Instructional! Use promo code: YOUTUBEFARIA 🔗 Link to Dima’s full Instructional: [Insert Link to BJJ Fanatics product here] If you are an older BJJ hobbyist struggling against young, fast leg-lockers, you don't need more flexibility or crazy spinning escapes—you need better concepts. In this masterclass with Bernardo Faria, Dima Murovanni breaks down exactly why leg entanglements fail when you understand the "Unweighting Secret." Instead of memorizing dozens of complicated steps, Dima teaches you the core underlying principles of leg lock escapes: unweighting the targeted foot, shutting down the opponent's hip movement, and moving relative to the captured object. Whether you are trapped in a Cross Ashi Garami, a standard Ashi, or defending a devastating straight ankle lock, these invisible Jiu-Jitsu concepts will give you complete leg lock immunity. Stop getting smashed by modern leg entries and learn how to counter-attack with confidence! ⏱️ Video Chapters (Learn to Escape Fast): 00:00 - Introduction: Why Leg Locks Are "Overvalued" in BJJ 01:37 - The Unweighting Secret: How to Defend Any Leg Lock 02:19 - Heel Hook Defense Concept (Cross Ashi Garami) 04:44 - Defending the Straight Ankle Lock / Trend Lock 06:17 - The #1 Principle for Escaping All Leg Entanglements 07:40 - Dima Murovanni's "Leg Locks Are Fake" BJJ Fanatics Course 🥋 About Bernardo Faria & BJJ Fanatics: Bernardo Faria is a 5x World Champion and co-founder of BJJ Fanatics. Our goal is to bring you the best Jiu-Jitsu techniques, tips, and strategies from the greatest grapplers on earth. Whether you want to improve your guard pass, learn new submissions, or just survive on the mats, we have the videos to help you grow. 👇 SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL FOR MORE BJJ SECRETS: [Insert Subscribe Link] #BJJ #JiuJitsu #LegLocks #BJJFanatics #Grappling #HeelHook #BernardoFaria #BJJTechnique #NoGi 👇 Subscribe for more daily BJJ techniques: https://www.youtube.com/@BernardoFariaBJJFanatics?sub_confirmation=1

May 20, 2026 · Watch
Garry Tonon's "Two Threat" Secret To Escape The Dogfight

Stop getting your back taken from the Dogfight position! ADCC Medalist Garry Tonon reveals his "Double Threat" system to completely fix your limp arm escape and effortlessly take your opponent's back. Everybody knows the standard limp arm escape from the half guard dogfight. But as you roll with heavier, more experienced grapplers, you've probably noticed a frustrating problem: they expect it, they catch your arm, and they take your back instead. In this video, Bernardo Faria sits down with Garry Tonon to diagnose exactly why your dogfight escapes are failing. Garry breaks down the ultimate Overhook vs. Underhook battle, sharing a game-changing No Gi BJJ secret: The Diagonal Shift. By pre-positioning your hips and creating a "double threat" with your legs, you neutralize your opponent's weight and create an unstoppable path to the back take. If you are an older hobbyist who struggles with wrestling up from half guard, or you constantly feel "stuck" when your opponent gets an overhook, this mechanical detail will completely transform your bottom game. 🥋 Use Promo Code YOUTUBEFARIA to get 10% OFF any instructional at BJJ Fanatics! 🕒 Video Chapters: 00:00 - The Overhook vs Underhook Battle in Jiu Jitsu 00:34 - Why The Traditional Limp Arm Escape Fails 01:11 - Garry Tonon's "Double Threat" Back Take Secret 01:34 - The Shin Pin: How to Trap Your Opponent 02:12 - The Diagonal Shift (The Key To The Move) 02:51 - Executing the Perfect Dogfight Back Take 👇 Subscribe for more daily BJJ techniques: https://www.youtube.com/@BernardoFariaBJJFanatics?sub_confirmation=1 #GarryTonon #BJJFanatics #BernardoFaria #HalfGuard #NoGiBJJ #JiuJitsuTechnique #BJJBackTake #DogfightPosition #Grappling

May 17, 2026 · Watch
Garry Tonon Teaches His Secret High Elbow Guillotine Detail

In this BJJ instructional video, ADCC medalist and MMA star Garry Tonon teaches his devastating High Elbow Guillotine (10-Finger Guillotine) setup from the Front Headlock position. If you struggle to finish guillotines or your opponents keep escaping your front headlock, this "No-Escape" detail will completely change your No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu game. Garry breaks down his complete submission system, revealing exactly how he traps the opponent so they cannot defend their neck or roll out. By utilizing a highly specific 10-finger grip, a staggered stance, and famously throwing his leg over the opponent's shoulder to kill their defending arm, Garry creates a situation where the tap is inevitable. This technique is perfect for anyone looking to improve their front headlock attacks and finish rate in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling. 🎁 Exclusive YouTube Offer: Use promo code YOUTUBEFARIA at checkout to get 10% OFF any instructional video on BJJ Fanatics! Shop here: https://bjjfanatics.com/ ⏱️ Video Chapters (Navigate to your favorite part): 00:00 - Introduction to Garry Tonon's Front Headlock System 00:37 - The 10-Finger Guillotine Grip Explained 01:25 - The Staggered Leg Setup to Trap the Head 01:50 - The Secret Detail: Leg Over the Shoulder to Kill the Defense 02:30 - The Finishing Mechanics (Hip Drop & Roll) 03:42 - Full Sequence Demonstration & Review 04:20 - The Best Entries for the High Elbow Guillotine 🥋 About BJJ Fanatics: BJJ Fanatics was started by a pair of black belts (Bernardo Faria & Michael Zenga) who feel that nothing is more important than improving your BJJ skills as much as possible in the least amount of time. Their aim was to create a shop for BJJ Students who don’t look at BJJ as a sport – but as a lifestyle. Connect With Us: Website: https://bjjfanatics.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjj.fanatics/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BJJ-Fanatics-Instructor-Page

May 14, 2026 · Watch

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