De La Riva Guard by Vicente Junior

De La Riva Guard by Vicente Junior

$75
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Develop a Dynamic Open Guard
Learn Sweeps and Transitions
Counter Common Passes
Enhance Your Submission Arsenal
Develop a Dynamic Open Guard
Learn Sweeps and Transitions
Counter Common Passes
Enhance Your Submission Arsenal

What you'll learn

Evolve your open guard with De La Riva techniques taught by one of Ricardo De La Riva’s own black belts.

Develop a Dynamic Open Guard

Learn step-by-step how to build a versatile open guard using De La Riva techniques, enhancing your ability to control and counter opponents effectively.

Develop a Dynamic Open Guard
Learn Sweeps and Transitions

Learn Sweeps and Transitions

Discover a variety of sweeps like the Kick Sweep and Helicopter Sweep to unbalance opponents and transition seamlessly into dominant positions.

Counter Common Passes

Equip yourself with strategies to counter popular passing techniques such as the Side Smash Pass and Leg Drag, maintaining your guard under pressure.

Counter Common Passes
Enhance Your Submission Arsenal

Enhance Your Submission Arsenal

Expand your submission game with techniques like the Omoplata and Armbar, turning defensive positions into offensive opportunities.

Vicente Junior
Meet Your Instructor

Vicente Junior

Vicente Junior is a fourth-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and a seven-time IBJJF Pan Jiu-Jitsu Champion, making him one of the most accomplished and respected Ricardo De La Riva representatives in the United States.

With extensive competitive experience and a lifelong dedication to the De La Riva guard, Vicente offers students a uniquely authentic and highly effective approach to mastering this essential open guard system.

Course Overview

Many BJJ practitioners find themselves stuck in a cycle of ineffective guard retention and missed opportunities for sweeps and submissions. Despite countless hours on the mat, they struggle to maintain control and capitalize on openings, leaving them vulnerable to aggressive passers.
In De La Riva Guard by Vicente Junior, you'll discover a transformative approach to open guard that emphasizes strategic concepts and principles over rote memorization of techniques. Guided by Vicente Junior, a fourth-degree black belt and seven-time IBJJF Pan Jiu-Jitsu Champion, this course offers a deep dive into the De La Riva guard, providing you with the tools to develop a dynamic and resilient guard game.
Students will build a comprehensive understanding of guard concepts that lead to increased confidence and effectiveness in both training and competition. Whether you're a beginner eager to establish a solid foundation or an advanced player looking to refine your skills and uncover hidden gems, this course caters to all levels of practitioners.
Ready to revolutionize your guard game? Enroll now and take the first step towards a more dominant and versatile BJJ experience.

Course Content

24 videos

Introduction
Preview • 0:59
Guard Concepts Primary Hooks
2:41
Guard Concepts Grips
1:30
Guard Concepts Secondary Hook
3:33
Guard Concepts Standing Control
2:54
Entrance Drill
3:22
Kick Sweep
4:21
Backwards Sweep
4:28
Outside Hook Sweep
1:20
Lasso With DLR Hook
3:07
Overhead Sweep
4:28
Overhead Sweep Armbar
3:04
Low Single
4:29
Underhook
3:51
Vs Side Smash Pass
2:41
Single Leg
3:45
Tilt Sweep
2:06
Shintoshin Backtake
2:29
Vs Leg Drag
3:26
Vs Leg Drag 2
1:54
Omoplata
3:17
Helicopter Sweep
2:38
Over Hook Trip
2:55
Inside Elevation
2:20

Included with this course

The system, mapped

An interactive map of every position and transition taught, each linked to its lesson in the player.

Open Guard (Feet on Hips) position
De La Riva Guard (Knee Down) position
De La Riva Guard (Standing) position
Overhook Leg Hug position
DLR Same Side Grip position
Lasso + DLR Hook position
Kick Sweep Finish (Top) position
DLR Sit-Up Position position
X-Guard position
Mount position
Knee on Belly position
Armbar technique
Opponent Side Smash Attempt position
Omoplata technique
Shin-to-Shin Guard position
Single Leg Takedown technique
Leg Drag (Top) position
Back Control position

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Student Reviews

4.0 (69 reviews)
JD
John D.
Several years ago
Was struggling with DLR as a white belt, picked this up and instantly started hitting sweeps. Great video.