Blueprint your side control with frames, pressure, and finishes.
The Bottom Line
You will learn how to beat frames and build shoulder pressure. You will get clean routes to mount, back, and chokes. You will not rely on static pinning.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Top control players
Skip if: You only pull guard
Tech focus: Side Control, North South Choke, Knee On Belly
Biggest takeaway: Beat frames, then finish
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What You'll Learn
Six volumes that organize side control into frames, shoulder pressure, north-south routes, and knee-on-belly transitions. Detailed finishing mechanics for north-south choke and mounted triangles.
Great for top players who want a blueprint, not just holds.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Side Control
- Frames
- Shoulder Pressure
- North South Choke
- Knee On Belly
- Mounted Triangle
- Back Takes
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 3 hours and 13 minutes
- Volumes: 6
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I slotted it here because it strengthens consolidation, which many passers on r/bjj admit is their weak link.
Why Paul Schreiner?
Known for pressure passing; extends those principles into side control with structured transitions and finishes.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Pressure and edge concepts help consolidate passes.
- North-south choke details finally clicked.
- Clear pathways from side to mount or back.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Six volumes may be overkill for casual hobbyists.
- Fewer lapel submissions than some gi specialists want.
Smart Alternatives
- Connected Reaction: Armlocks and Spiral Armlocks – Layer submissions onto your top control. (Price: $149.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Zone Jiu-Jitsu: Side Control on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
