Marcelo packages crucifix entries and finishes with his trademark back-taking clarity.
The Bottom Line
You learn proven crucifix routes that lead to the back. You get compact lessons with classic MG finishes. You will not get modern, lecture-heavy theory blocks.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: You love classic MG
Skip if: You want new theory
Tech focus: Sprawl Entry, One Arm Rnc, Reverse Omoplata
Biggest takeaway: Crucifix feeds the back
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What You'll Learn
Marcelo shows practical entries to the crucifix from sprawl, double-unders, and seatbelt scenarios, then finishes with one-arm chokes, armbars, and reverse omoplata rolls.
The teaching is concise and positional, with a classic MG emphasis on control transitions into the back.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Back Crucifix
- Sprawl Entry
- Double Unders Entry
- One Arm Rnc
- Reverse Omoplata
- Armbar
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection, System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 2 hours and 45 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I ranked it here because it is still extremely usable, but newer courses offer richer frameworks.
Why Marcelo Garcia?
Marcelo Garcia is a 5x IBJJF black belt world champion and 4x ADCC champion, famed for back attacks and the marcelotine.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Buyers call it awesome and immediately useful.
- Fans appreciate compact lessons with big finishing details.
- Marcelo credibility and proven back game cited often.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some say older production and pacing feel dated.
- A few prefer newer systems with more theory.
- Not as much no-gi specific framing as modern sets.
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Smart Alternatives
- Crucifix Encyclopedia – More structured as a modern curriculum. (Price: $99.00, 3 vols)
- The Crucifix and Loop Choke – If you train gi and want loop choke links. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols, 2018)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Complete Crucifix Back Attack System on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
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