A practical half guard package that gets you moving fast on bottom and top.
The Bottom Line
You will learn half-butterfly, knee-shield, and deep-half entries with clear objectives. You will get both bottom and top perspectives. You will not get the same level of system cohesion as anthology-style sets.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Practical learners
Skip if: You need strict systems
Tech focus: Half Butterfly, Knee Shield
Biggest takeaway: Move and attack now
📋 Jump to a section (Click to expand)
What You'll Learn
Tom DeBlass packages his bottom and top half approach with half-butterfly, knee-shield, and deep-half entries. The teaching pace is straight to the point. It is practical and aimed at getting you moving, not lecturing.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Half Butterfly
- Knee Shield
- Deep Half Entries
- Hip Switch
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection, System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 2 hours and 31 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I slot this as a budget-friendly workhorse: lots of reps, less theory, and an easy add when it is on sale.
Why Tom DeBlass?
Tom DeBlass is an ADCC veteran and renowned coach, known for effective half guard and top pressure.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Lots of usable details without fluff; easy to implement.
- Good coverage of both bottom and top half guard.
- Teaching style simplifies positions I used to overthink.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Feels like a grab-bag compared to modern system sets.
- Older video organization makes navigation clunky on some devices.
- Not everyone loved the impact on their game; mixed reports.
Free Preview Lesson
Smart Alternatives
- Half Guard Domination 2.0 – Updated structure and refinements on the core game.
- Deep Half Guard Domination – If you specifically want deep half focus.
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Half Domination on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
