Craig teaches simple defensive sequences that hold up when opponents squeeze hard.
The Bottom Line
You learn clean, memorable escapes for the most common submissions. The headlock and guillotine material is especially actionable. You will not get the exhaustive mechanics or sheer depth of larger systems.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Beginners and hobbyists
Skip if: You want deep theory
Tech focus: Front Headlock Defense, Guillotine Defense, Triangle Escape, Armbar Escape, Arm Triangle Defense, Kimura Escape
Biggest takeaway: Keep defenses simple and reliable.
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What You'll Learn
Jones focuses on practical, fundamental defenses to the most common submissions and front headlock threats, with clear cues and simple counters you can remember under fatigue.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Triangle Escape
- Armbar Escape
- Front Headlock Defense
- Guillotine Defense
- Darce Defense
- Anaconda Defense
- Arm Triangle Defense
- Kimura Escape
- Omoplata Escape
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection, Conceptual
- Skill level: Beginner
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 52 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I saw white and blue belts implement these sequences cleanly within a week, which is rare with escape material.
Why Craig Jones?
Craig Jones is an ADCC medalist and co-founder of B-Team Jiu-Jitsu. He is known for leg locks and clear communication. His teaching style favors concise, memorable cues. Expect strong front headlock and triangle defense material with usable counters. This set aims to be practical over encyclopedic.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Very good fundamentals that work in rounds.
- Front headlock defense material stands out for clarity.
- Beginner-friendly pacing; you can use it the next day.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some grade it B tier versus more exhaustive systems.
- Critics compare it unfavorably to Gordon Ryan depth.
- Fundamental by design; advanced players may want more nuance.
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Smart Alternatives
- New Wave Jiu Jitsu: A New Philosophy Of Submissions Escapes – More depth for advanced learners. (Price: $197.00, 8 vols, 2021)
- Submission Escapes – Lower cost and straightforward drills. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols, 2019)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Edging Your Way Out Of Danger: Submission Escapes on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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