Classic hand fighting and singles tailored to BJJ with safe, grinding finishes.
The Bottom Line
You learn staple ties, singles, and ride-based control. You see BJJ-specific defenses and counters to common grips. You do not get flashy, high-amplitude throws.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Fundamentals-focused learners
Skip if: You hate slow pressure
Tech focus: Hand Fighting, Single Leg, Cradle
Biggest takeaway: Slow beats scrambles
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What You'll Learn
NCAA All-American Hudson Taylor adapts hand fighting, singles, and rides to common BJJ reactions. The focus is slow, grinding control and safe finishes that avoid front headlock traps.
Includes extensive defense sections aligned to BJJ stance and collar ties.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Hand Fighting
- Single Leg
- 2 On 1
- Collar Tie Defense
- Granby
- Cradle
- Power Half
- Snap Down
- Ankle Pick
- Far Ankle Bait
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 3 hours and 18 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I kept returning to this for its hand fighting drills and finishing details that keep your neck safe in guillotine-heavy rooms.
Why Hudson Taylor?
Hudson Taylor is an NCAA D1 All-American who quickly found success in BJJ and teaches a slow control style that avoids risky head-exposed shots.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Redditors call his wrestling-for-BJJ system underrated.
- People note he adapted folkstyle rides well for BJJ.
- Praised for clear hand fighting sequences useful day one.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- A few say the grindy, pin-style rides feel foreign to guard players.
- Older production and pacing show their age.
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Smart Alternatives
- Dynamic Wrestling Takedowns For BJJ by J'Den Cox – Budget-friendly way to sharpen singles and doubles. (Price: $37.00, 1 vols)
- Wrestling For BJJ by Vlad Koulikov – Sambo-influenced cradles and foot sweeps if you like rides. (Price: $79.00, 2 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Wrestling For BJJ on BJJ Fanatics
Your next step
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