Core Principles

• Use leverage, not raw strength
• Secure dominant position before attacking
• Control posture, hips, and limbs
• Stay calm; breathe and execute

The Mindset

• See the whole position constantly
• Apply relentless, constant pressure
• Adapt to opponent and situation
• Stick to disciplined fundamentals

Submissions

• Finish with rear naked choke
• Isolate for the armbar
• Trap limbs with triangle or kimura
• Take guillotine when neck exposes

Mount

• Hold the highest control position
• Isolate the opponent's arms
• Advance toward submission attacks
• Maintain heavy top pressure

Back Control

• Set both hooks for stability
• Establish grips on the collar
• Attack the choke relentlessly
• Stay glued through movement

Side Control

• Pin the opponent flat
• Isolate one limb at a time
• Advance attacks methodically
• Block hip recovery

Guard

• Control the fight from bottom
• Build frames against pressure
• Use grips and active movement
• Threaten sweeps and submissions

Fundamentals

• Create space, then frame and escape
• Hip escape to recover guard
• Sweep using leverage and timing
• Always have a plan B