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Top Half Guard by Neil Melanson

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!



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Volume 1

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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

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Half Guard Pass Butcher Shop 0
Leg Turk Kimura 14:33
Half Guard Near Side Key Lock/Americana 25:19 - (33:41)

Volume 3

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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

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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

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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

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Navy Ride Shuck To Reverse Leg Ride Attacks 0
Escaping The Lockdown 14:30 - (21:46)

Volume 7

CHAPTER TITLE

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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

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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

 

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