The turtle position has evolved over the years into a viable defensive posture that’s often retreated to in response to an impending guard pass. This is not the only way to utilize the position but it is a very common transition that...

Turtle can be a lot of things, it can be a place you move to in transition, a place where someone stalls the match and catches their breath, or a position you feel safe in.   Take a look at a couple of...

Being stuck in back control is easily one of the most frustrating things that can happen to us when rolling or competing. Being in back control is an entirely defensive position while the attacker is in an entirely offensive position. The main trouble...

More often than not, we end up getting stuck in turtle while trying to defend guard passes or from a failed shot. Although some grapplers are good at attacking from turtle, especially leg attacks, the turtle is still primarily a defensive position we...

The triangle is as historic as it is effective. It’s a fundamental submission of BJJ, and its evolved over many years to serve us in a variety of different fashions. While it is considered a basic submission, I find that the triangle is...

When playing from turtle, you will have many different options to attack depending on what the defender is doing. What I have realized is very important, though, when attacked turtled opponents is the need to be patient. Erratic and predictable movements from the...

The armbar from turtle is a great submission to attack frequently not only because it works well and is hard to defend, but also because you will often find yourself in the exact position necessary to get this submission. For example, if you...

Slick Armbar From The Legend, Kazushi Sakuraba I cannot tell you how many times I’ve been stuck in this position. There’s a million ways to get here, and I’ve learned many techniques to try and complete the submission, but the armbar from the turtle...

Learn The Rear Triangle With John Danaher! The rear triangle, sometimes inappropriately referred to as the reverse triangle, is one of the best submission positions in the sport of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The rear triangle combines the elements of back control and the...

Nice No-Gi Back Take Setup! There are a variety of ways to take someone’s back in Jiu Jitsu. Back control can be achieved from many positions including side control, guard, and of course, turtle. Because back control is one of the most dangerous...

John Danaher Shows A Great Transition To The Back! Although the turtle position is dangerous to defend from, many grapplers, especially those that like to play from guard, will utilize to prevent their guard from being passed. In fact, a lot of grapplers...

Here is A Great Back Take vs Turtle For You To Try! The turtle position is an often debated, much maligned defensive position. For years, it has been argued over whether the turtle position is weak, or an effective way to defend yourself,...

Using the Clock Choke On an Opponent in Turtle When it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the world of chokes in both gi and no gi are quite extensive. Choking your opponent is an effective way of getting a submission. Everyone can be...

How To Be Offensive From The Turtle Guard Position The turtle position is often thought of as a defensive position in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and other grappling arts. And truthfully, it is. A tight, impenetrable shell is a good way to fend off...

My first experiences with the turtle position were most often presented to me from a more defensive standpoint. Balling up and creating a tight impenetrable shell can definitely be a good way to fend off an aggressive attack and provide a few moments...