A takedown-pass-finish chain built for short round scoring.
The Bottom Line
This is a competitor's roadmap: secure the takedown, pass without stalling, then finish off front headlock trees. The pacing and choices mirror high-level no-gi rounds. If you like clear sequences more than encyclopedias, this fits.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Aggressive no-gi players
Skip if: You need gi lapels
Tech focus: High Crotch, Knee Tap, Front Headlock, Guillotine, Knee Slice, Bodylock Pass, Crossface
Biggest takeaway: Chain scoring without stalls.
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What You'll Learn
ADCC Trials champ John Combs connects high-crotch and knee tap takedowns to immediate passing and a guillotine-heavy finish layer. The course emphasizes pace and decision-making under short round clocks.
You learn to force scoring sequences without stalling. It fits aggressive competitors who like to pressure and hunt chokes while building ride time.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- High Crotch
- Knee Tap
- Front Headlock
- Guillotine
- Knee Slice
- Bodylock Pass
- Crossface
- North South
- Snap Down
- Ankle Pick
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 17 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I won more scrambles by forcing knee-tap to bodylock and flowing to guillotines when passes stalled.
Why John Combs?
John Combs is an American ADCC Trials champion known for relentless pressure and guillotine proficiency. He has competed at the highest levels and frequently teaches front headlock systems. Combs' style emphasizes pace and high-percentage finishes over stalling. His coaching focuses on choices competitors can reproduce under fatigue.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Community praises Combs' front headlock and guillotine depth.
- Respected as a proven competitor with a submission-first style.
- Seen often training in strong no-gi rooms and coaching detail-rich sequences.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Less mainstream than bigger-name releases, so fewer community reviews.
Smart Alternatives
- Essential Connections: Chest To Back – Sharpen control when you convert to back exposure.
- Feet To Floor: Fundamental Standing Skills – Add a deeper stand-up layer to start the sequence. (Price: $197.00, 2020)
Sources & References
Official listing: View The No Gi Game Plan: Takedown, Pass, Finish on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
