A fast, competition-ready lasso that links standing off-balances to quick sweeps and clean finishes.
The Bottom Line
You learn how to attack from lasso while the passer stands. It blends DLR and inverted DLR for constant kuzushi. It is not ideal for first-week students.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Active guard players
Skip if: You want slow pace
Tech focus: Lasso Guard, De La Riva, Single Leg X
Biggest takeaway: Attack while off-balancing
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What You'll Learn
Gracie pushes a faster, competition-minded lasso. The curriculum spends lots of time on off-balancing from standing, mixing DLR, inverted DLR, and single-leg X. Volume four adds a tight submission series. If you are athletic and like to attack in motion, this one fits. It is still structured, just brisk.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Lasso Guard
- De La Riva
- Inverted Dlr
- Single Leg X
- Omoplata
- Armbar
- Triangle
- Fish Hook Sweep
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Drill Heavy
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 14 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I put this second because it unlocks lasso for people who prefer attacking during movement, not static sleeve-and-spider battles.
Why Jonnatas Gracie?
Atos black belt Jonnatas Gracie is a top IBJJF competitor with a dynamic open guard that mixes lasso with DLR and modern inversions.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Great off-balancing while opponent stands
- Lots of transitions into leg entanglements
- Submission volume adds finishing urgency
- Pairing lasso with inverted DLR feels modern
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Fast pacing demands rewatches to retain
- Less hand-holding for brand-new white belts
- Assumes solid sleeve management already
Smart Alternatives
- The Complete Lasso Guard System – More step-by-step progression and fundamentals. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- The Shallow Lasso Guard – Simpler entries if you are early in lasso. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Next Level Lasso Guard on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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