Use fast, legal ambush submissions to break passes and score before position is fully secured.
The Bottom Line
You learn when to strike with submissions during entries and passes. You get gi chokes and no-gi leg and upper body finishes. You will not get a slow, control-first curriculum.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Scramblers
Skip if: You prefer frameworks
Tech focus: Guillotine, Wristlock, Darce
Biggest takeaway: Attack before they settle
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What You'll Learn
Magid flips the classic mantra and shows when to fire submissions in transition: guillotines off singles, wristlocks, estima locks, darces, and baseball chokes mid-pass. The eight-part course mixes no-gi counters and gi strangles to keep opponents reacting.
This is for scramblers who prefer opportunistic chains over methodical control.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Guillotine
- Wristlock
- Kimura Trap
- Darce
- Triangle
- Estima Lock
- Kneebar
- Baseball Bat Choke
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 5 hours and 58 minutes
- Volumes: 8
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I saw my pass success jump because threats forced easier follow-ups even when the first submission failed.
Why Magid Hage?
ADCC Trials veteran with a track record of finishing in scrambles, known for wristlocks, guillotines, and opportunistic armlocks.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Ambush sequences make opponents abandon passes.
- Great balance of gi and no-gi finish options.
- Gave me permission to attack earlier in transitions.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Harder for beginners who need positional basics first.
- Some entries feel risky without crisp timing.
- High movement pace can be overwhelming.
Smart Alternatives
- Reverse Armlock – You want a focused arm attack you can trigger early. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols)
- The Best of Both Worlds – Prefer structured ties from underhooks and overhooks. (Price: $97.00, 6 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Submissions Before Position on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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