A structured RDLR-to-leg entanglement system with clear options to invert or stay upright.
The Bottom Line
You learn a full RDLR roadmap that links to 50/50, 70/30, SLX and X-guard. You see both inverting and non-inverting paths. You also get drills and troubleshooting.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: System seekers
Skip if: Only play gi
Tech focus: Reverse De La Riva, 70 30, X Guard
Biggest takeaway: Connect RDLR to legs
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What You'll Learn
Lachlan Giles ties Reverse De La Riva to a complete no-gi open guard with 50/50, 70/30, single-leg X and X-guard options. You get clear options to invert or stay upright without losing connection.
The structure is step-by-step and finishes with practical troubleshooting, drills, and live examples that make the system stick.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Reverse De La Riva
- 70 30
- 50/50
- K Guard
- X Guard
- Single Leg X
- Leg Entanglements
- Guard Retention
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 5 hours and 24 minutes
- Volumes: 8
Should You Buy It?
Buy it now. I saw students progress faster when they chose the non-inverting branch first, then layered inversion only for matches that demanded it.
Why Lachlan Giles?
Lachlan Giles is an ADCC absolute bronze medalist and one of the most respected teachers in no-gi fundamentals and leg entanglements. He is known for clear, layered pedagogy.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- The RDLR volume is excellent and answers little problems you run into.
- One of the few sets that really explains 70/30 clearly.
- Six months in and I am still finding gold in the series.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Leg lock focus is heavy if you only play gi.
- Some sections feel dense for newer belts.
Smart Alternatives
- The Reverse De La Riva System – Gi and no-gi coverage with deep detail. (Price: $197.00, 4 vols)
- Modern Reverse De La Riva – Compact RDLR game you can apply fast. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols)
- Inside Guard Secrets RDLR & The False Reap – Modern false reap and back-side entries. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View No Gi Open Guard Volume 3: RDLR & Leg Entanglements on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
