Offensive Wrestling For Jiu Jitsu Vol. 1 – In-Depth Review

Score clean singles and doubles adapted for BJJ with safe finishes.

The Bottom Line

You learn singles and doubles that land you in passes or immediate back exposure. The material addresses BJJ-specific risks like guillotine traps and guard pulls. It is not a judo-focused set; grips and stance are no-gi oriented.

⚡️ Quick facts

Best for: No-gi takedown learners

Skip if: You avoid standup

Tech focus: Single Leg, Double Leg, Turn The Corner, Whizzer Counters, Sprawl Counters, Back Take Off Shot, Body Lock Entries

Biggest takeaway: Finish into passes or the back.

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What You'll Learn

Three parts focus on posture, single-leg variations, and double-leg finishes adapted for BJJ scoring and guard-pull realities. Includes back takes after finishes and counters to common sprawls and whizzers.

Primary Techniques You'll Drill

  • Single Leg
  • Double Leg
  • Turn The Corner
  • Back Take Off Shot
  • Body Lock Entries
  • Sprawl Counters
  • Whizzer Counters

Format & Level

  • Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
  • Skill level: Intermediate
  • Format: No-Gi
  • Runtime: 1 hour and 38 minutes
  • Volumes: 3
  • Released: 2021

Should You Buy It?

Wait for daily deal. I got better results when I prioritized posture first, not speed, on entries.

Why Dante Leon?

Leon is widely cited for strong wrestling integration in no-gi. He teaches head position, hip control, and re-attacks that map to BJJ scoring. The set fits athletes who want clean, low-risk finishes.

Community feedback

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

😍 Why People Love It

  • Described as broken down in an easy way to digest.
  • Community notes Leon as one of the BJJ guys with very good wrestling.
  • Practical BJJ-focused finishes after shots are a highlight.

🤔 Common Criticisms

  • Ongoing debates about locked hands on doubles in BJJ context.
  • Some will prefer pure wrestle-ups from seated guard over neutral shots.
  • If you train mostly gi, grip differences make transfer trickier.

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Video Breakdowns

Official listing: View Offensive Wrestling For Jiu Jitsu Volume 1: Basic Singles and Doubles on BJJ Fanatics

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