A roadmap for chaining DDS submissions so each failed attack sets up the next.
The Bottom Line
You will learn transitions between legs, back, kimura, armbar, triangles, and front headlock. You will build dilemmas that increase finishes. You will not get beginners’ intros to each subsystem.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Finishers and competitors
Skip if: You lack basics
Tech focus: Kimura, Back Takes, Leglocks Transitions
Biggest takeaway: Always keep the chain going
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What You'll Learn
A connective-tissue course that teaches how to rotate between leg locks, back takes, kimura, juji gatame, and triangles. It is about chaining, not isolated moves.
Use it to finish more by turning defenses into your next attack.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Kimura
- Juji Gatame
- Triangle
- Front Headlock
- Back Takes
- Leglocks Transitions
- Crucifix
- T Kimura
- Armbar
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Advanced
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 8 hours
- Volumes: 8
- Released: 2021
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I recommend this once your base subs work but you drop finishes under pressure.
Why Garry Tonon?
Tonon helped pioneer system-based grappling under John Danaher; this set reflects that connective style.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Finally explains how to connect DDS subs.
- Great leg-to-back and kimura chains.
- Boosted my finishing rate by forcing dilemmas.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Assumes familiarity with each subsystem.
- Less beginner-friendly than Fundamentals.
- Dense chapter list needs bookmarking.
Smart Alternatives
- Breaking Legs and Breaking Hearts – If leg-to-back is your main chain, start there. (Price: $197.00, 7 vols, 2021)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Unifying The Systems: Navigating Between the DDS Submissions Systems on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
