Build a collar-sleeve guard that funnels to high-percentage triangles.
The Bottom Line
You will systemize collar-sleeve and its reverse setup. You will chain triangles, tomoe nage, and transitions to SLX. You will not get generic spider guard drills.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Gi guard players
Skip if: You train no-gi only
Tech focus: Collar Sleeve, Triangle, Knee Cut Defense
Biggest takeaway: Strong collar control wins
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What You'll Learn
A gi-focused open guard built around collar-sleeve and its reverse variant. Strong triangle chains, tomoe nage, and transitions to SLX and K-guard.
Includes late-stage knee cut defenses for when pressure arrives.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Collar Sleeve
- Reverse Collar Sleeve
- Triangle
- Tomoe Nage
- K Guard
- Knee Cut Defense
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 19 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I rated it here because it rounds out Schreiner’s bottom game in the gi with clear pathways to finishes.
Why Paul Schreiner?
Experienced gi coach who emphasizes connection over sleeve-chasing gimmicks. Pedagogy fits hobbyists and competitors.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Great collar-sleeve structure and transitions to triangles.
- Reverse collar-sleeve opens new attacks for lapel users.
- Late knee cut defense chapters are practical.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Not suited for no-gi rooms.
- Some wanted more lasso/spider retention detail.
Smart Alternatives
- Zone Jiu-Jitsu: Single Leg X Guard – Pairs well for collar-sleeve to SLX transitions. (Price: $149.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Zone Jiu-Jitsu: Collar Sleeve / Reverse Collar Sleeve on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
