Mount Attack Blueprint by Matt Arroyo – In-Depth Review

Turn mount into high-control funnels that feed reliable finishes.

The Bottom Line

You will learn controls that stick mount and force predictable reactions. The sequences lead to armbars, arm triangles, and back takes without giving space. It assumes you can reach mount; it does not teach guard passing.

⚡️ Quick facts

Best for: no-gi top players

Skip if: you play collar chokes

Tech focus: Mount Control, S Mount, Arm Triangle, Armbar, Gift Wrap, Back Takes

Biggest takeaway: Mount attacks are safer with control.

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What You'll Learn

A position-first mount system with controls that shut down bridges and frames, then feed arm triangles, armbars, and back takes.
Helpful if you get reversed or stalled when you reach mount in no-gi.

Primary Techniques You'll Drill

  • Mount Control
  • S Mount
  • Armbar
  • Arm Triangle
  • Back Takes
  • Gift Wrap
  • Mount Transitions
  • Frame Killers

Format & Level

  • Instructional style: System Based
  • Skill level: All Levels
  • Format: No-Gi
  • Runtime: 3 hours and 26 minutes
  • Volumes: 3

Should You Buy It?

Wait for daily deal. I like how the controls punish the exact escapes that usually cost you the mount.

Why Matt Arroyo?

Arroyo blends no-gi mount mechanics from MMA with safe finishing routes for BJJ. As a TUF alum and ADCC competitor, his positional controls are pressure tested. At Gracie Tampa South, he emphasizes structured progression. Expect tight details on body positioning. The system complements his passing and back blueprints.

Community feedback

Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.

😍 Why People Love It

  • Team member said his system approach turned mount into a finishing position.
  • Another thread recommended Mount Attack as part of strong mount resources.

🤔 Common Criticisms

  • Posters note no-gi mount can be harder without collars, so expectations matter.

Sources & References

Official listing: View Mount Attack Blueprint on BJJ Fanatics

Additional References

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