A focused, high-elbow guillotine system built around MG’s signature finish.
The Bottom Line
You will learn reliable high-elbow guillotine entries and finishes. You will not get a sprawling front headlock encyclopedia. Expect a sharp, competition-proven choke that complements seated guards.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Counter-focused guard players
Skip if: You avoid neck attacks
Tech focus: High Elbow Guillotine, Front Headlock, Mounted Guillotine
Biggest takeaway: Finish with leverage
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What You'll Learn
Marcelo’s high-elbow guillotine changed the game. This course teaches standing and ground entries, finishing mechanics, and chained options like mounted guillotine and transitions off failed passes.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- High Elbow Guillotine
- Marcelotine
- Front Headlock
- Mounted Guillotine
- Entries
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 2 hours and 27 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I value this as a finishing spike that turns scrambles and guard pulls into immediate threats.
Why Marcelo Garcia?
MG is synonymous with the guillotine; his high-elbow variation is widely known as the Marcelotine.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Guillotine details clicked fast after drilling.
- Great standing counter when opponents shoot sloppy.
- Pairs well with butterfly and single-leg X threats.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some prefer Danaher for front headlock pedagogy.
- Arm-in options feel under-covered compared to other sets.
- Requires careful neck safety; beginners can squeeze wrong.
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Smart Alternatives
- The Complete North South Choke – Another MG choke system from top control. (Price: $149.00, 4 vols)
- 2 on 1 Control No Gi – Great feeder grips into the guillotine. (Price: $149.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Marcelotine on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
