Marcelo systematizes north-south control and finishing so you can make this choke work consistently.
The Bottom Line
You will learn how to position and finish north-south. You will troubleshoot common stalls and counters. You will not get a generic choke compilation.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Top pressure players
Skip if: Rarely reach N/S
Tech focus: North South Choke, Shoulder Pressure
Biggest takeaway: Head position wins
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What You'll Learn
If you love north-south, Marcelo’s guidance can turn a low-frequency gym sub into a genuine weapon. He covers control, head placement and finishing variations. The choke is feel-based, but the course anticipates common roadblocks and counters.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- North South Choke
- Crossface
- Shoulder Pressure
- Back Takes
- Arm Triangle Entries
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 2 hours and 59 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I started finishing more once I prioritized chest angle and shoulder drop before gripping.
Why Marcelo Garcia?
Marcelo Garcia is a multiple-time ADCC and IBJJF champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest grapplers and teachers.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Comprehensive coverage of details and what-ifs for N/S.
- Helped people actually finish a historically finicky choke.
- Great positional advice before the squeeze.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some feel the choke is too 'feel-based' to learn on video.
- Production quality critiques on certain MG releases.
- Not the best choice if you rarely reach N/S.
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Smart Alternatives
- The Front Headlock System – If you want a higher-frequency choke family in no-gi. (Price: $197.00)
- High Percentage Chokes: No Gi – Broader head-and-arm choke pathways from FHL. (Price: $79.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Complete North South Choke on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
