A universal two-on-one grip system that powers takedowns and sweeps.
The Bottom Line
You will learn two-on-one grips from standing and seated. You will not get a wrestling-only or guard-only course. Expect clear links to SLX, butterfly, and knee cuts.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: No-gi hand fighters
Skip if: You hate grip battles
Tech focus: 2 On 1, Single Leg, Butterfly Sweep
Biggest takeaway: Win the hands first
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What You'll Learn
MG builds a universal two-on-one grip that feeds takedowns, butterfly and SLX sweeps, and even knee-cut passing. Great for no-gi players who want structure for hand-fighting.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- 2 On 1
- Single Leg
- Ankle Pick
- Butterfly Sweep
- Single Leg X Entry
- Knee Cut Pass
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 57 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I like how this reduces chaos by giving you a single handle that works everywhere.
Why Marcelo Garcia?
MG’s two-on-one is a core of his seated guard and stand-up transitions.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Grip fighting sequence is plug-and-play.
- Seated 2-on-1 into SLX works day one.
- Doubles as a passing handle from top.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Experienced wrestlers found stand-up basics redundant.
- Some wanted more finishing chains after takedowns.
- Requires proactive hand-fighting; passive players struggled.
Smart Alternatives
- The Marcelo X Guard – Most common follow-up from seated 2-on-1. (Price: $149.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View 2 on 1 Control No Gi on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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