The Underhook Formula – In-Depth Review

Win clinches with solid underhooks and convert them into singles, trips, and ankle picks.

The Bottom Line

You will learn multiple entries to the underhook and a left-right attack tree. The course maps clean transitions to singles, trips, and picks. It is lighter on gi-specific sleeve battles, so add your collar habits as needed.

⚡️ Quick facts

Best for: Clinch controllers

Skip if: You avoid ties

Tech focus: Underhook, Single Leg, High Crotch, Inside Trip, Ankle Pick

Biggest takeaway: Underhooks dictate posture.

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What You'll Learn

Underhooks win posture battles in BJJ clinches. This 3-volume course shows entries, left-right attacks, and finishes like ankle picks, high singles, inside trips, and cow catcher variations.

Primary Techniques You'll Drill

Underhook
High Crotch
Single Leg
Ankle Pick
Cement Mixer
Inside Trip
Go Behind

Format & Level

Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
Skill level: Intermediate
Format: Both
Runtime: 2 hours and 6 minutes
Volumes: 3

Should You Buy It?

Wait for daily deal. I use his fake-snap to elbow-pass as a safe way to open singles without exposing my neck.

Why Dan Vallimont?

Vallimont teaches underhooks as a posture lever that opens legs or throws. The material matches BJJ needs because it avoids big lifts and favors angles and snaps.