Chain takedowns into ride-based submissions without giving space back.
The Bottom Line
You get punchy sequences that start on the feet and end with control or taps. It favors pressure and simple grips over elaborate setups. If you like clear links from entry to finish, it delivers.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: CSW-minded grapplers
Skip if: You hate old school
Tech focus: Takedown To Finish, Front Headlock, Heel Hook Entries, Keylock Series, Rides
Biggest takeaway: Entries flow into finishes.
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What You'll Learn
Paulson links takedowns to ground combos so you never pause between control and finish. The pacing is old-school CSW: direct entries, hard rides, quick subs.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Takedown To Finish
- Front Headlock
- Heel Hook Entries
- Keylock Series
- Rides
- Hand Fighting
- Pressure Passing
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 36 minutes
- Volumes: 3
- Released: 2020
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I saw how keeping a ride after the takedown stops 90 percent of escapes.
Why Erik Paulson?
Erik Paulson founded CSW and coached many MMA names. He blends catch, shootfighting, and BJJ. His teaching emphasizes direct, combination-based attacks from clinch to finish. He is widely respected as an OG of no-gi coaching.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Seminar attendees praised fast entries and strong safety coaching.
- Many consider Paulson an OG master who blends styles well.
- CSW lineage is often recommended when hunting catch content.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some call his current online material questionable.
- CSW shorts sometimes look like 'bullshido' to critics.
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Smart Alternatives
- Catch Wrestling For MMA – If you want Paulson-influenced material tailored for MMA. (Price: $97.00)
- The Nelson Family: Catch Wrestling Nelson Holds – A focused look at classic holds, though community views are mixed. (Price: $79.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Killer Catch Wrestling Combos on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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