Add sneaky, controllable wrist locks that work under resistance.
The Bottom Line
You will learn mechanics first, then setups from mount, back, side, and transitions. The focus is on finishing without muscling. Not every entry fits every body; pick your favorites.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: sneaky submission hunters
Skip if: you hate wrist locks
Tech focus: Mount Wrist Lock, Back Wrist Lock, Side Control Wrist Lock, Gift Wrap, Mechanics
Biggest takeaway: Setups, not strength, make wrists fold.
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What You'll Learn
Twenty high-percentage wrist locks with setups from mount, back, side, and guillotine defenses. Emphasis on mechanics that make locks bite without muscling.
Useful for surprise finishes and breaking stubborn posture.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Wrist Locks
- Mechanics
- Mount Wrist Lock
- Back Wrist Lock
- Side Control Wrist Lock
- Gift Wrap
- Guillotine Defense Wrist Lock
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection, System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 1 hour and 24 minutes
- Volumes: 3
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I like how posture breaks hide the wrist lock so defenses come too late.
Why Matt Arroyo?
Arroyo’s wrist lock material pulls from years teaching at Gracie Tampa South. He stresses leverage over power. As a TUF alum and ADCC competitor, his details are pragmatic. Expect entries from dominant pins. Use them to force reactions even when you do not chase the tap.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- A Reddit roundup put Arroyo’s set near the top among wristlock instructionals.
- One user called it unbelievably good and underrated.
- Another said to watch it before class and you will hit them.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- The same roundup criticized some one-handed entries as low percentage.
- A buyer disliked frequent marketing emails after purchase.
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Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Wrist Locks Revealed on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
