Clearing Ties and Creating Action – In-Depth Review

Clear common ties and turn them into immediate offense with simple counter-attacks.

The Bottom Line

You will learn seven motion cues and practical clears from collar tie, underhook, and two-on-one. The emphasis is on creating action, not long finishing trees. Pair it with a finishing course like singles or ankle picks to complete your game.

⚡️ Quick facts

Best for: Hand-fighting fix

Skip if: You want finishes

Tech focus: Collar Tie, Underhook, Two On One, Slide By, Elbow Pass

Biggest takeaway: Motion unlocks offense.

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What You'll Learn

Stuck in collar ties and underhooks? This 3-volume set teaches how to clear ties and immediately counter with singles, trips, and throws so you do not stall at the hands.

Primary Techniques You'll Drill

  • Hand Fighting
  • Collar Tie
  • Underhook
  • Two On One
  • Slide By
  • Elbow Pass
  • Pump Fake
  • Creating Motion

Format & Level

  • Instructional style: Conceptual, System Based
  • Skill level: All Levels
  • Format: Both
  • Runtime: 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Volumes: 3

Should You Buy It?

Wait for daily deal. I use his punch, push, pull sequence to break stubborn collars, then re-grip to Russian tie or ankle pick.

Why Dan Vallimont?

Vallimont coaches hand fighting as a decision tree. This is valuable for BJJ players who get stuck in ties and need reliable clears that lead right into offense.

Community feedback

Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.

😍 Why People Love It

  • Community calls it a hidden gem alongside collar tie courses.
  • Useful motion framework to open shots without big changes.
  • Good tie clears for BJJ players who hate static clinches.

🤔 Common Criticisms

  • Less depth on finishing details; focus is entries and clears.
  • Some sequences assume wrestling stance reactions.

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Video Breakdowns

Official listing: View Clearing Ties and Creating Action on BJJ Fanatics

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