A fundamentals-first RDLR that still reaches heel hooks and back takes.
The Bottom Line
You start with control and offsets against standing or kneeling. Then you add back takes and clean entries to 50/50 and 70/30. Short summaries accelerate retention.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Concept learners
Skip if: Only play gi
Tech focus: Reverse De La Riva, Back Takes, Leg Entanglements
Biggest takeaway: Fundamentals drive finishes
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What You'll Learn
Junny builds a clean no-gi RDLR foundation, then layers back takes and leg entanglements. Chapters end with concise summaries to reinforce the main concepts.
If you want a fundamentals-first approach that still reaches heel hooks, this is a smart path.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Reverse De La Riva
- Back Takes
- Leg Entanglements
- Heel Hook
- Kneebar
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 8 minutes
- Volumes: 3
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I liked using the end-of-section summaries as a quick pre-roll primer.
Why Junny Ocasio?
Junny Ocasio is a Unity Jiu-Jitsu black belt and IBJJF No-Gi world champion. He is known for technical leg attacks built on strong positional control.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Great fundamentals before diving into entanglements.
- Section summaries make study efficient.
- Solid back takes from standing and one-knee-up.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Mostly no-gi; limited gi grip talk.
- Less coverage of wrestle-up scoring.
Smart Alternatives
- Inside Guard Secrets RDLR & The False Reap – Adds false reap detail if your rules allow. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- Modern Reverse De La Riva – More compact and off-balance heavy. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols)
- No Gi Reverse De La Riva – Stronger wrestle-up branches. (Price: $97.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Reverse De La Riva: A Precise Guide on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
