BJJ Black Belt Brian McLaughlin shows a knee pick from a 2 on 1 control (also known as a “Russian”). This is a high percentage, low risk takedown that is great for grappling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed martial arts competition. Filmed at Precision MMA – a Wappingers Falls MMA gym
Giftwrap Back Take
Poughkeepsie BJJ coach Brian McLaughlin shows how to transition from the mount to the back utilizing the gift wrap position. The gift wrap, originally popularized by Rickson Gracie, is an excellent control position for both sport grappling and mixed martial arts. McLaughlin credits his coach coach and fellow BJJ Black Belt Rob Kahn with originally teaching […]
Spider Guard Bicep Lock Hudson Valley Martial Arts
Hudson Valley martial arts coach Brian McLaughlin shows his favorite submission from the spider guard. This submission works by fooling your opponent into thinking they can pass the guard. Filmed at Precision MMA a Hudson Valley martial arts gym