An escape-first system that turns bad positions into kimura-trap counters and back takes.
The Bottom Line
Glover frames a plan for escaping mount, side, back, and knee-on-belly. Transitions target immediate offense, not just survival. It is no-gi focused and light on long conceptual lectures.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: You hate getting pinned
Skip if: You prefer only guard
Tech focus: Kimura Trap, Side Control Escapes, Mount Escapes, Back Escapes
Biggest takeaway: Escape and attack in one motion
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What You'll Learn
An escape-first blueprint for mount, side control, back control, and knee-on-belly, with instant counters baked in. The kimura-trap sequences turn defense into offense and help you regain momentum fast.
It is short on long-winded theory and heavy on tactics you will try in tonight’s rounds.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Kimura Trap
- Side Control Escapes
- Mount Escapes
- Back Escapes
- Single Leg Outs
- Go Behind Defense
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 33 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I drilled the kimura-trap exits as automatic transitions, not pauses.
Why Jeff Glover?
Glover’s escapes reflect his showman style but are built on timing and leverage. He is an ADCC bronze medalist and IBJJF No-Gi World Champion. His teaching emphasizes fun and experimentation, which keeps drilling engaging.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- A buyer praised the back-take from bottom north-south he learned here.
- White belts in groups called it 'so good' for getting unstuck quickly.
- Subreddit chatter was excited when this escape system was announced.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- One user felt some newer Glover sets were lazily done and not worth it.
- Seminar anecdotes note his style is polarizing for some.
- Common advice: wait for Daily Deals instead of paying list.
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Smart Alternatives
- Pin Escapes & Turtle Escapes (Go Further Faster) – More structured escape frameworks and longer run time. (Price: $197.00, 2021)
- Submission Escapes – Additional escape perspective if you want coverage beyond positions.
- Underhooks With Uncle Jeff – Pairs well for turning escapes into back exposure. (Price: $97.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Get Off Me Fool on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.

