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Unlock a powerful, high-pressure top game with Top Half Guard by legendary coach Neil Melanson. As a master of catch wrestling and MMA grappling, Neil’s unique approach to half guard will completely transform the way you dominate from top position.
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In this comprehensive instructional, Neil dives deep into his devastating style of top half guard, showing you exactly how to submit and pass your opponent with relentless control.
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Whether you're new to half guard or looking to refine your existing skills, this series gives you the tools to overwhelm your opponent, control the position, and finish the fight with devastating submissions
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Learn from one of the most innovative grappling minds in the sport and elevate your game to new heights.
- "Top Half Guard" is your gateway to mastering this essential position—transform your pressure, passing, and submission game from the top!
Course Content
Volume 1
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Half Guard Top Positioning And Concepts | 0 |
Half Guard Pass With Upward Wrist Pin To Sankaku | 10:05 |
Shoulder Clamp Pass To Kimura Sankaku | 25:43 - (43:42) |
Volume 2
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Half Guard Pass Butcher Shop | 0 |
Leg Turk Kimura | 14:33 |
Half Guard Near Side Key Lock/Americana | 25:19 - (33:41) |
Volume 3
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Standard Half Guard Pass | 0 |
Half Guard Pass To Kesa-Gatame | 8:03 |
Half Guard Defensive Measures And The Near Side Underhook | 15:20 |
Near Side Under-Hook Half Guard Pass To Leg Triangle Option | 19:31 - (21:03) |
Volume 4
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Head Lever (Tulsa Ride) To Arm Triangle | 0 |
Tulsa Ride To Crab Ride (Cross Face Chicken Wing) | 14:24 |
Gift Wrapped, Choke Options/Cobra Choke | 17:32 |
Biceps Cradle To A Cement Job | 22:51 - (34:42) |
Volume 5
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Z Guard Pass To Cradle | 0 |
Z Guard Low Pass Double Leg To Submission | 8:20 |
Z Guard Threaded Cradle Hip Lock | 15:52 |
Z Guard Knee Compression | 22:28 - (36:32) |
Volume 6
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Navy Ride Shuck To Reverse Leg Ride Attacks | 0 |
Escaping The Lockdown | 14:30 - (21:46) |
Volume 7
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Countering Underhook Get Up With The Half Stock | 0 |
Countering Underhook Get Up To Near Side Underhook Pass | 7:16 |
Countering The Underhook Quarter Nelson To Tucked Armbar | 10:55 |
Countering The Underhook Get Up With The Manly Choke | 17:16 |
Countering The Octopus Guard | 23:36 - (28:51) |
Volume 8
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Navy Ride Knee Bar | 0 |
Back Spin Knee Bar | 7:40 |
Toe Hold | 12:29 |
Leg Lock Sequence I Learned From Billy Robinson | 15:27 |
Countering The Frames Kimura/Arm Triangle | 19:06 - (24:21) |

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What Will You Learn?
Unlock a powerful, high-pressure top game with Top Half Guard by legendary coach Neil Melanson. As a master of catch wrestling and MMA grappling, Neil’s unique approach to half guard will completely transform the way you dominate from top position. In this comprehensive instructional, Neil dives deep into his devastating style of top half guard, showing you exactly how to submit and pass your opponent with relentless control.
Whether you're new to half guard or looking to refine your existing skills, this series gives you the tools to overwhelm your opponent, control the position, and finish the fight with devastating submissions. Learn from one of the most innovative grappling minds in the sport and elevate your game to new heights.
"Top Half Guard" is your gateway to mastering this essential position—transform your pressure, passing, and submission game from the top!
Key Features &Bullet Points:
- Master the Top Half Guard: Learn the ins and outs of top half guard from one of the best grappling coaches in the world, Neil Melanson.
- Relentless Control: Discover how to dominate from the top position, using pressure and control to break down your opponent’s defenses.
- Submissions from Top Half Guard: Master a variety of devastating submissions, including kimuras, arm locks, and more, that force your opponent into submission.
- Passing Techniques: Unlock high-percentage passing strategies that seamlessly flow into submissions, ensuring you stay in control of the fight.
- Catch Wrestling Insights: Learn how to blend catch wrestling principles with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, creating a uniquely effective and aggressive grappling style.
- Pressure-Based Game: Build an unrelenting pressure-based top game that smothers your opponent’s escape options and forces mistakes.
- Complete Instructional: Whether you’re a white belt or advanced practitioner, Neil breaks down each technique clearly, providing drills and detailed concepts for every skill level.
What Exactly do you Get?
Part 1
- Half Guard Top Positioning And Concepts
- Half Guard Pass With Upward Wrist Pin To Sankaku
- Shoulder Clamp Pass To Kimura Sankaku
Part 2
- Half Guard Pass Butcher Shop
- Leg Turk Kimura
- Half Guard Near Side Key Lock/Americana
Part 3
- Standard Half Guard Pass
- Half Guard Pass To Kesa-Gatame
- Half Guard Defensive Measures And The Near Side Underhook
- Near Side Under-Hook Half Guard Pass To Leg Triangle Option
Part 4
- Head Lever (Tulsa Ride) To Arm Triangle
- Tulsa Ride To Crab Ride (Cross Face Chicken Wing)
- Gift Wrapped, Choke Options/Cobra Choke
- Biceps Cradle To A Cement Job
Part 5
- Z Guard Pass To Cradle
- Z Guard Low Pass Double Leg To Submission
- Z Guard Threaded Cradle Hip Lock
- Z Guard Knee Compression
Part 6
- Navy Ride Shuck To Reverse Leg Ride Attacks
- Escaping The Lockdown
Part 7
- Countering Underhook Get Up With The Half Stock
- Countering Underhook Get Up To Near Side Underhook Pass
- Countering The Underhook Quarter Nelson To Tucked Armbar
- Countering The Underhook Get Up With The Manly Choke
- Countering The Octopus Guard
Part 8
- Navy Ride Knee Bar
- Back Spin Knee Bar
- Toe Hold
- Leg Lock Sequence I Learned From Billy Robinson
- Countering The Frames Kimura/Arm Triangle
