An approachable gi takedown starter with Buchecha's doubles.
The Bottom Line
You get BJJ-specific doubles, singles, and ankle picks with useful grip breaks. It is concise and practical for white to blue belts. If you want deep judo or wrestling detail, consider specialist libraries.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Gi beginners learning standup
Skip if: You need deep wrestling
Tech focus: Double Leg, Single Leg, Ankle Pick, Collar Drag, Sumi Gaeshi, Body Lock
Biggest takeaway: Grip breaks set up shots.
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What You'll Learn
A wrestling-in-the-gi primer built around doubles, singles, ankle picks, collar drags, and body locks. Clean grip-breaking ideas help BJJ athletes start on top and connect to passes.
It is short and simple compared to specialist takedown libraries.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Double Leg
- Single Leg
- Ankle Pick
- Collar Drag
- Belt Grip Throw
- Sumi Gaeshi
- Body Lock
- Side Body Lock
- Front Body Lock
- Rear Body Lock
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based
- Skill level: Beginner
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 38 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Skip. I won more standups by treating grip breaks as the first takedown.
Why Marcus 'Buchecha' Almeida?
Buchecha is a 13-time IBJJF world champion whose favorite takedown is the double leg. He adapted wrestling entries to gi grips and connects them to pressure passing. His approach favors simplicity and reliable finishes.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Users describe it as simpler and double-leg focused, easy to apply.
- BJJ-focused takedown material helps connect to pressure passing.
- Buchecha's match history shows reliable doubles under pressure.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Many recommend a more thorough alternative for depth and variety.
- Several note it is shorter and less exhaustive than premium sets.
- Gi-only focus limits transfer for nogi-centered athletes.
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Smart Alternatives
- Understanding The Distance On Top by Gui Mendes – Pairs takedown entries with passing connections conceptually. (Price: $197.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Buchecha Takedown System In The Gi on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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