This Principle Completely Changed My Jiu Jitsu

[@kylesalisbury4886]

This is the content I want to see on YT. I don't care about submission tutorials. I like these concept videos.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem buddy I’ll keep them coming, I think mixing up the styles of content helps. Principles are great but sometimes you need specifics of exact situations to really understand as well.

[@tuco1099]

Completely agree

[@DrLeifSmith]

I agree Kyle. These concept videos are so much more helpful to me. Keep em coming, Jon! Appreciate it

[@paultaylor107]

Totally agree. One of the best jiu-jitsu books I have is not techniques it is all. It's all concepts. Totally love 😍 these videos!! More like this please 🙏

[@DrLeifSmith]

@@paultaylor107 Which book are you referring to? Thanks in advance

[@alLEDP]

As a Judoka this lever thing was really informative. We do all this on instinct but nobody ever put it so clearly into words for me. The one thing I would suggest is to learn to break grips with one hand like in Judo. Its another tool in your toolbox and comes in very handy

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Really interesting I was talking with a high level judoka tonight and I discussed this concept with him because intuitively it would make sense for judo as well, then we got into the conversation of breaking posture and having to break their grip with one hand, since apparently you can’t break with two hand in judo anymore I guess.

[@sugarpill6006]

I’ve noticed really experienced Judo players do these things instinctively. Breaking posture and off balancing is exactly what is being taught here. It’s also the key for stand up before any throw can actually be executed. Fight for grips, grip break to maintain dominant position, control the other guys posture, off balance/kazushi opponent before throwing.

[@JamesLDurham]

I love how you define a principle with the technique. I’m a beginner and every time I learn something I need to understand the mechanics, it allows me understand the situation and options I find myself on the mat. Thanks

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy really try my best to make everything tie together!

[@danielcole9498]

Jon, keep teaching concepts! You’re a great instructor and one of three people I’ll watch on KZbin to find New concepts or deeper level understanding of a concept for tweaking what I’m already doing. I think you do a great job of putting content out that is relative to beginner, middle, and advanced practitioners.

[@JaySully_]

Couldn’t agree more! 💯

[@blitz34]

This is blowing my mind right now, I use the collar guard almost daily so this is just gonna open up my entries and attacks even more

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Happy to hear it buddy! The big thing is using collar sleeve is such a useful addition, because they will break your collar grip when this annoys them, but when you add in sleeve control then they can’t.

[@StevenMichaelCunningham]

Strikes. Or are you feeble?

[@vincechanhealthy6373]

as a little dude, i really needed this concept. Please continue to talk about important principles like this, especially ones where a little guy can do to a big guy.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

I will for sure buddy! This one will help a ton, I’ll be doing more soon.

[@zoetekauw9647]

This is literally exactly what I needed. As p much the smallest guy in the gym this is one of my main obstacles. Thanks so much for all your content Jon

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem buddy, a mega strong opponent posturing is one of the biggest problems for many people. Super happy to help,

[@michaeljensen4650]

Can this technique be used in the real world where people don't wear a Gi! Real grappling happens in T-shirts on hard pavement not Dojos with Gi wearing gym rats.

[@eladbaron3888]

@@michaeljensen4650 the concept of leverage, balance and your training should be enough to Handel the average guy on the street no?

[@michaeljensen4650]

@@eladbaron3888 Yes, but if you rely on techniques which depend on holds using a gi you'll be at a serious disadvantage when confronted with a situation outside of a dojo. Learning basic wrestling and judo skills is more important than the silly techniques they teach in most martial arts classes.

[@thefilmpoets]

Excellent principle based tutorials man. Props for emphasizing audio quality in your production too.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks a lot buddy learning the process as I go!

[@tribalhak]

LOOOOOVING this format of videos man, really well done and informative!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy just been trying to keep evolving the content as I learn to edit and film better.

[@IlluminatiBJJ]

Love all the clips of Robin just deadlifting " When you face a strong opponent, that deadlifts a lot" :D

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Hahaha all videos need more robin dead lifting!

[@BarChordA]

I’ve barely scratched the surface of your videos, but I can tell they are packed with quality.

[@fabiocaetanofigueiredo1353]

Your insight was brilliant - and now that you have had it it is somewhat clear to see what you're doing there... physics principles, since you cannot increase your weight you are increasing its LEVER ARM - by increasing distance from its fulcrum (your opponent's feet on the ground) 👏👏👏

[@fclaudiopsych]

I've seen hundreds of videos and instructionals and never heard about this gem of a principle.

[@christopherpakney8542]

Between you and Clark Gracie, my game has grown with all of these tools. Thanks for the videos and tips! I'm a lanky 6'6" 200 lbs and really flexible so I've been using the lasso and/or spider guard a lot. When it's set up right with the sleeve/collar grips and deep lasso, it can really frustrate and stall out even higher belts, even more so due to my size mismatch. So many sweeps, attacks and ability to control tempo and stall from here. Such an important concept here to keep the position fluid by switching grips and transitions. Of course, when I'm not set up properly or transition poorly, I get smashed extra hard for the trouble. I take it as a sign that it works. :)

[@JonThomasBJJ]

With that build you are going to be very frustrating for people to deal with lol. Yeah deep lasso is great too, I have been using it a lot more recently especially when my opponents posture is lower and I can set it, but if they are up taller then I like the shallow lasso collar sleeve and dlr style to attack and break them down. Ultimately mixing all the guards together is the most effective in my opinion.

[@MrRickyw01]

Excellent explanation of the physics of body mechanics. The barbell being close to your body(vertical) versus the lever action working against you when the barbell is further away from you is an excellent analogy.

[@tomasz899]

Love the content here. Since I started watching it like 1,5 year ago i think in each video i was able to find and add at least some small detail to develop my game. Thank You.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Really happy to hear it buddy, I’m sure you are gonna like some of the videos I come out with in next months got some good ideas

[@jeffreyt76]

I’ve been watching a lot of your videos and really like the pace in which you speak and teach. It’s not too fast or slow. Thank you so much.

[@markbuildstx]

The way you explained this and giving the why this works gained you a new sub.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks a lot buddy really happy to have you following the channel!

[@bbeige54]

As a beginner to BJJ and in my late 60’s escaping and survival are key for me. This tutorial is extremely helpful. Thank You

[@timtimtim6246]

Amazing stuff as always Jon! Been following your instruction since your "escape from side control" videos. So much knowledge to go through! The community is lucky to have you!

[@HeavenestStCyr]

8:40 is a key concept to remember. Thanks! and thank you for the video!

[@johndoe4073]

This whole video is pure gold! Huge fan of collar sleeve. This just makes me love it even more. Thank you for sharing.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks a lot buddy really happy to hear you got a lot out of it. Just trying to provide the best quality content I can.

[@MasterMatrix8]

I just learned the collar sleeve principle today then found your video. Thanks! Helps me solidify my understanding!

[@JaySully_]

Your content is excellent, sir. Absolutely subscribed and proud of it 💯

[@PicaPauDiablo1]

You were born to teach. Seriously this is tremendous.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thank you so much! Means a lot to know how much people value the information!

[@paulmurray3244]

Hey, this really helped. Have been struggling with collar sleeve and in training yesterday, focusing on creating distance was amazing. Thanks Jon!!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem buddy happy to help! I’m gonna be coming out with a collar sleeve instructional soon so it’s gonna have a lot of this stuff with in it and more.

[@paulmurray3244]

@@JonThomasBJJ that's super exciting. Is there a mailing list or something to get notified when it lands?

[@JustaMunch]

Really digging these videos Jon!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy! I’m really getting the hang of the editing and the creative process.!

[@lukamarinov7162]

You are great teacher man! Learning from you a lot.

[@manu_zogov]

I should save this video, and focus on this techniques, it exactly what I need. Great teacher. Thanks for video bro

[@adamkane7513]

Very well explained, Jon Tomas. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@cinemasoldiers3314]

Jon! I stayed at your place like 2009 when getting my certification. Hung with Chris,etc…keep rockin!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

That’s awesome! Was such a great time back in Atlanta then!

[@alempmartins]

Neat decision tree. That kind of choices to build a guard system shows a well built black belt. Congrats from Brazil. I have something very similar to my guard game, but my main objective is to keep the opponent in the x/oneleg sequences.

[@ChildofDread]

Very good. I was looking for some content on Lasso De La Riva guard and found your stuff. Very good attention to detail on breaking the posture and using distance and frames to do it. If I guy cannot bring his hips forward he can't stand over you. I have noticed this in playing double sleeve with butterfly with feet on the hips and knees inside of the elbows. Thanks for posting great content.

[@judescott658]

Great video I like the easy to follow formatting you use. Thanks for sharing

[@HanifRehman]

Love the systematic principles, distance and body mechanics you cover. Would be great if you could cover in a future vid, more concepts as such, perhaps when a person is seated, on their knees, to what is going to be available and what not. Hence you're not doing a technique for the sake of it but you understand the very nuances to it.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Hey buddy I have actually done a video like that on establishing guard from no initial grips before, but I’m probably going to redo it with higher quality now with the new format.

[@darrenallarde]

Thanks for this. Love how you define a principal and break it into practical examples.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

I try my best! It’s best when I can include competition clips.

[@YichengLi]

Thank you. I'm a big pressure guy that's trying to develop a guard game, and this helps a lot!!

[@fuloran1]

IMO this is the best free BJJ content on youtube. Such easily understandable game-changing content. Thank you, professor!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem happy to help buddy!! I just try to focus on the key things that I think matter. There is so many details in jiu jitsu if you try to explain every detail then you get overwhelmed so big picture is most important

[@fuloran1]

@@JonThomasBJJ For sure, my professor is having me teach sometimes now, and the hardest part is figuring out what NOT to say!

[@elliottexplodes]

Excellent breakdown & instruction.

[@genarohernandezjr.6589]

Thank you so much! Just the information I needed. I appreciate you mentioning your website.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem hope you like the website buddy

[@rodrigozombie]

As a smaller white belt...your stuff can change lives, brother! Thank you

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem buddy hope this helps you along on the long jiu jitsu career ahead of you

[@zakquack]

a lot of the sleeve/collar guard game feels very intuitive. The level of control you feel is even greater than I think closed guard.

[@TAROTAI]

SUBSCRIBED! Hidden talents no doubt - thanks for your dedication & natural athleticism

[@Martindominguezball]

This makes so much sense. I'm definitely going to work on creating space better. Thank you!

[@jcsteez24]

Amazing how the content and editing both get better over time

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy been putting a ton of effort into it, happy it is being noticed!

[@chgtffk1]

Great instructional video. I like how he intersperses competition videos to demonstrate the principle

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy it helps give perspective and also shuts up people trying to say the technique doesn’t work lol

[@fdossous]

Awesome, awesome, awesome. Where have you been. You are excellent at providing insight into the mechanics, techniques and strategies of Jiujitsu. I have been watching many videos and training, but you are excellent. Please keep it coming.

[@FR-ty5vn]

Great 👍🏼 tips - my instructor always moves away from bottom for better leverage - I really liked the points regarding capturing the sleeve when the collar grip is broken, only to regain the collar grip along with the sleeve grip…

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Yeah I think that’s what make collar sleeve such a strong position it allows you to maintain the posture control.

[@FR-ty5vn]

@@JonThomasBJJ and you made a great point that if you have the collar only that grip is easily broken, but not once you have both collar & sleeve - obvious, but never really thought 💭 about it that way - Oss

[@lsporter88]

Excellent detailed instruction. Great video.

[@giovannifm]

just ran into your channel and I have to say wow, this is some great content. You sir earned a new sub, great videos, I'm binging them now lol.

[@arashooo]

Just what I needed! Thank you Jon!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem happy to help buddy!

[@markellis5008]

Newbie white belt here. One of the things I keep forgetting is the constant adapting and looking for opportunities. Thanks for reminding me that we have to keep at it.

[@uniformturtle]

You're an inspiration mate, keep going with your channel. Great details and concepts

[@peterciampa5102]

You’re my new favorite jujitsu instructor

[@levaann]

Finally found a video that talks about this 😫 thank you!

[@paulmclachlan1126]

Love these videos, man. You explain everything so well, thank you.

[@learnkeys357]

Great job teaching this concept, it really hit home some of the things I've learned from my coach 💯

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy happy to hear it made big connection for you.

[@DJ-FishTopher]

New white belt, coming from striking backrounds this content is key! Soooo much to get lost in why bother, every roll you'll think yourself into someone else's death grip. . This video has helped me do what we white belts are supposed to learn, survival. Thanks brotha 👍💪🤙👊

[@EngineersApproachBJJ]

Great series here Jon. Cant wait to work this in the gym tonight!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks will look forward to seeing you in Atlanta

[@jermainesnyder2375]

Excellent content, very well designed explained, that’s what’s key.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy I think it’s super important to be concise and organized

[@MizzoniDojo]

Excellent theory. Thanks brother

[@rodrigobeltran4795]

These videos are really appreciated Thanks a lot sir.

[@senseisparks1801]

Great stuff Processor!

[@thegunit1980]

Always great stuff and the details are so helpful! Thank you!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem happy to help buddy!

[@thegunit1980]

@@JonThomasBJJ At times when playing spider guard or collar sleeve against stronger opponents standing they will drop to their knees and break my grips but I counter with a knee shield. When trying to make distance again to go back to open guard they continually overpower my legs, staple them, and pass to side control. Any tips for working against this or just playing open guard against stronger guys that just smash and pass?

[@MrRichforlife]

Your channel is awesome. Great content. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. 👊

[@Aceinthehole1179]

Just amazing! Great teacher

[@PnPModular]

Excellent video thanks so much for covering these more approach based/game videos really useful concepts thanks

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks a lot buddy, I’ll keep the videos coming!

[@chtopteam]

9:17 of gold. Thank you!

[@adambarron3202]

This is great stuff, thank you! I love collar/sleeve guard but have struggled at times with what you cover here. Appreciate the insight!

[@namkhanorsang4637]

I've been a hobbyist white belt for the past 2 years. Completely agree with "chase knowledge, not belts" philosophy, but I feel the blue coming soon, especially if I can retain and apply even a fraction of your educational content :)

[@mikeyxfrancis]

Amazing video. Exactly what I needed to improve upon my collar sleeve guard setups. Thank you

[@jrtien]

Good concept. I go against a guy who is very strong and very solid in wrestling and jiu jitsu. His base feels unmovable.

[@joehill4945]

Gold, as usual. Thanks Jon.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem buddy happy you liked the video!

[@presentationsuperhero7730]

Great explanation!

[@frankma9241]

thank you for this insightful content!

[@suokurppa752]

Its funny how im pretty good with same side collar and sleeve while playing stand up ,but the same second i try to play with the same grips while on my back i become pretty much useless :D Collar and Sleeve guard has always been pretty hard for me. Definitely will try these adjustments even though i usually try to avoid being on my back .

[@JonThomasBJJ]

One major aspect is the leg they lead with, that changes the way the position functions a lot, I’ll try to do another video on it soon.

[@ggtt2547]

Well thought, well executed and well explained. Thank you, subbed!

[@grenity]

Great content, as usual. Keep up!

[@hellmutmatheus2626]

Nice content Thomas! Will really help me! cheers from Brazil #oss

[@pietsnot3663]

hi Jon, really appreciate the videos. Very helpful in trying to improve my own (limited) game! Grtz Peter (dad of Gert Jan/ Scooby;-)

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Hey!! How are you and Gert Jan doing! Hope I can visit you guys again in Gent and we can train together. Take care Grtz!

[@pietsnot3663]

@@JonThomasBJJ All is well...and next time you are around in Gent I will definitely step on the mat;-)

[@ClaudioSanada1972]

Your explaining is very good 👍🏻 Oss 🥋

[@96moliveira]

Thanks for the hard work

[@peterciampa5102]

Once again, you’ve have hit it out of the park

[@peterciampa5102]

Hit it out of the park

[@nasaboon]

wow, this is really interesting. My game plan entry is to pull same side collar sleeve guard, I never knew that you could actually use knee shield and lift your body up to pull the person to break their posture. Thanks for sharing Jon

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Yeah buddy it’s crazy we can train for years then discover some simple mechanics that change everything still.

[@TheFlanagan11]

Great video Jon. I love watching your videos because I have the same frame as you. I'm tall and slim, so if I copy your game I can't go wrong.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Happy to hear it buddy! Hopefully the stuff is working well for you

[@christopherpakney8542]

My first gym was a bunch of guys who were 5'7"-5'10" and strong. Lots of wrestlers and guys built like fire hydrants. Most played very fast athletic pressure style games. At 6'6" 200 lbs, it was frustrating for sure getting bulldozed and smashed. I didn't know how to use my advantages until I discovered the lasso and spider guards. In the course of about 2 months I went from getting demolished by nearly everyone to stalling out some higher belts. Worked like magic.

[@brianr2941]

Thx Jon this is really going to change it up for me!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

No problem buddy hope it works well for you

[@SuperBluehaze]

Thank you for this video as it really shows one of the unlaying concepts of BJJ- leverage and using it to your advantage to unbalance your opponent. I will be watching this video many, many times, and often return to it. If I really understand it, then my game is going to be that much better, because of it. Thank you again, Professor.

[@msifu81h43]

Thank you so much for doing this video it’s a huge help

[@PuerinTheHunter]

Excellent! Thanks for this!

[@JamezAdam]

Great video mate! 👏👊

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks really appreciate it!

[@JohnnyJiuJitsu]

I’ve been watching you for awhile. It seemed like you popped up out of nowhere and all of your tutorials are great. I got my black belt in 2018. I’ve seen a lot of videos. Your videos stand out to me. Great job!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks so much buddy it means a lot! I have dealt with a lot of injuries over last 3 or 4 years so since I couldn’t compete like I wanted I just tried to channel that energy to be as technical as I can and provide content to everyone.

[@JohnnyRugged06]

You're an awesome teacher. Can you teach us how to escape mount please?

[@yukonajr]

Hands down the best BJJ content on YT. Just wondering, are you still at Valhalla in Sweden, like it says on BJJ heroes? Would love travel to Sweden ( I'm from Singapore) to do a drop in some time in the future. Thanks!

[@RamseyDewey]

Cool!

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks buddy

[@Quodge]

Get outa here Ramsey! We all know you’re just trying to master the Gi so you can say that it’s dumb! 😂

[@RamseyDewey]

@@Quodge So, you have discovered my evil plan!

[@tiagopariol]

Loved the content!

[@reynaldosoriano4703]

Thank for this informative video. I can add this into my game

[@robertmcmahon1221]

Very clear, good job.

[@JonThomasBJJ]

Thanks happy to help.

[@Sage2000]

The instructions are so clear, even a white belt like me gets a lot from it.

[@AruMaLyon]

Thanks coach!

[@shirw9607]

great content, now we need a video to escape the collar-sleeve posture break