
Black Magic Closed Guard by Dan Covel
by Dan Covel
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Revitalize Your Closed Guard
Develop Armbar Variations
Seamless Sweeps and Backtakes
Counter Common Passes
Revitalize Your Closed Guard
Develop Armbar Variations
Seamless Sweeps and Backtakes
Counter Common Passes
What you'll learn
See the guard differently. Practice the dark arts. Learn the Black Magic of Closed Guard to sweep, submit, and shut down the pass.
Revitalize Your Closed Guard
Learn to dispel the myth of the closed guard as a stalling position by integrating aggressive attacks and transitions that keep your opponent on the defensive.


Develop Armbar Variations
Explore a variety of armbar techniques, including reversals and counters, to catch opponents off guard and secure submissions from multiple angles.
Seamless Sweeps and Backtakes
Develop the ability to transition smoothly from sweeps to backtakes, turning defensive positions into offensive opportunities with expert precision.


Counter Common Passes
Gain the skills to effectively counter popular guard passes like the Sao Paulo pass, ensuring you maintain control and dictate the pace of the match.

Meet Your Instructor
Dan Covel
Dan Covel is a highly accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Phil Migliarese, renowned for his innovative 'Black Magic' closed guard system. With extensive competition experience, including multiple gold medals at IBJJF Masters No-Gi Pan American Championships and appearances at professional grappling events like Polaris Pro, Covel brings proven expertise and technical mastery to his instruction.
As head instructor at his own academy in New York City, Covel is celebrated for his analytical teaching style, systematic progression, and ability to clearly communicate complex techniques, making him uniquely qualified to teach this advanced closed guard course.
As head instructor at his own academy in New York City, Covel is celebrated for his analytical teaching style, systematic progression, and ability to clearly communicate complex techniques, making him uniquely qualified to teach this advanced closed guard course.
Course Overview
Many Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners find themselves stuck in the closed guard, struggling to transition from defense to offense. Despite countless hours on the mat, they often face challenges in effectively executing submissions or advancing their position.
In Black Magic Closed Guard by Dan Covel, you'll discover a revolutionary approach to transforming your closed guard into a dynamic, aggressive tool. Covel's methodology focuses on strategic positioning, leverage, and timing, allowing you to seamlessly transition from defense to attack. This course dispels the myth of the closed guard as merely a stalling position, revealing its potential as a powerhouse for submissions and sweeps.
By engaging with this course, students will build confidence in their guard game, enhance their ability to control opponents, and significantly improve their competitive edge. Whether you're an intermediate practitioner looking to refine your skills or an advanced competitor aiming for greater success, this course offers a systematic approach to elevating your BJJ game.
Don't miss the opportunity to revolutionize your closed guard. Enroll now and unlock the secrets to a more effective and aggressive guard strategy.
Course Content
21 videos
Intro
Preview
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1:15
Drill
2:14
Armbar
6:08
Armlock Reversal
3:21
Inverted Armlock
2:12
Secondary Armlock
2:16
Armlock Vs Low Stack
2:25
Armlock Vs Running Opponent
2:35
Secondary Armlock #2
2:22
Triangle
3:04
Inverted Armlock #2
3:17
Belt Grip Armbar
5:03
Double Attack Kimura / Triangle
4:15
Knock Over Armbar
2:35
Farside Armbar
2:43
Americana Trap
4:08
Vs. Sao Paulo Pass
3:12
Armlock / Back Take
3:46
Throw Off Back Take
2:55
Double Armlock
2:40
Head Trap Sweep
3:27
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Student Reviews
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Tom D.
Several years ago
Excellent product-the unique techniques are well explained and executed,and they work. Job well done!