BJJ-first takedowns and sprawls that land you safely on top.
The Bottom Line
You will learn underhook builds, safe double legs, knee taps, and body locks for jiu-jitsu. You will not get high-amplitude throws or gi grip theory. Expect quick progressions you can rep before class and use in your next round.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Guard pullers and competitors
Skip if: You want pure judo
Tech focus: Pummeling Underhooks, Double Leg, Knee Tap, Body Lock, Sprawl, Arm Drag
Biggest takeaway: Underhooks win stand-up.
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What You'll Learn
Stand-up for jiu-jitsu built around pummeling, underhooks, doubles, knee taps, and safe sprawls. Three short volumes with BJJ-first finishes that land you on top or the back.
Great for competitors who pull guard by habit and need points or pressure.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Pummeling Underhooks
- Double Leg
- Knee Tap
- Body Lock
- Sprawl
- Arm Drag
- Duck Under
- Hip Toss
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Drill Heavy, System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 16 minutes
- Volumes: 3
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I stopped defaulting to guard and started scoring knee taps off pummeling rounds.
Why Firas Zahabi?
Zahabi’s stand-up is built for jiu-jitsu athletes who need reliable entries and safe landings. He emphasizes pummeling, underhooks, and leverage over speed shots. The sequences dovetail with his control and guillotine systems.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Community often highlights wrestling as the biggest gap for BJJ players.
- Viewers appreciate Zahabi’s concise no-gi pacing for stand-up.
- Redditors note quick improvement when adding focused wrestling drills.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some prefer wrestling-only curricula over BJJ-adapted sets.
- Short runtime can feel light if you want exhaustive entries.
- No gi-grip throws or judo-specific kuzushi.
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Smart Alternatives
- Attacking the Turtle Made Easy – Capitalize after sprawls and front headlocks. (Price: $79.00)
- Underhook Made Easy – Deepen pummeling to clinch scores. (Price: $79.00)
- Control Freak: Side Control – Secure top after the takedown. (Price: $97.00, 3 vols, 2021)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Wrestling Made Easy on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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