Knee Lever Masterclass by Brian Glick

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What Will You Learn?

The Knee Lever Masterclass from Brian Glick, a John Danaher black belt and one of BJJ Fanatics’ best-selling instructors, is your complete system for turning one of Jiu-Jitsu’s most underrated techniques into a powerful, all-position weapon. Known for his world-class instruction, clear communication, and simple, effective systems, Brian once again delivers an instructional packed with precise details and universal concepts that make complex ideas easy to apply.

The knee lever is often viewed as a single sweep from half guard — but as Brian shows, the mechanics that make it work are universal. Once you understand the underlying principles, you’ll see how the same off-balancing and leverage concepts can be applied from countless positions across your game. This course breaks down the body mechanics, timing, and connections that make the knee lever one of the highest-percentage ways to reverse or off-balance anyone.

This isn’t just another collection of techniques — it’s a fully developed system for understanding how leverage really works in Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a reliable sweep or an advanced grappler aiming to refine your mechanics, this masterclass gives you the tools to confidently apply the knee lever across all levels of training and competition.

What You’ll Learn

• 🥋 Universal Knee Lever System – Understand the core mechanics and principles that make the knee lever effective from any position.

• 🔁 Beyond Half Guard – Learn how to apply the same sweeping concepts from open guard, 50/50, top pressure, and scramble situations.

• ⚙️ Step-by-Step Mechanics – Clear, detailed instruction breaking down leverage, angle, weight distribution, and timing.

• 💡 Conceptual Understanding – Discover why the knee lever works, not just how to do it.

• 🔒 Counters & Follow-Ups – Stay one step ahead with transitions and controls after the sweep.

• 🧠 Smart Training Progressions – Drills and positional frameworks to make the movement instinctive.

• 🧭 For All Levels – Simple enough for beginners, deep enough for advanced students looking for refinement.

Why You’ll Want This

• Turn the knee lever into a consistent, go-to sweep that works against anyone.

• Simplify your guard game with universal mechanics that apply across multiple positions.

• Improve your ability to off-balance, control, and reverse even larger or more skilled opponents.

• Learn from one of the most articulate and concept-driven instructors in modern Jiu-Jitsu.

Make the knee lever a cornerstone of your guard game. With Brian Glick’s Knee Lever Masterclass, you’ll gain a repeatable, adaptable system built on world-class instruction and timeless grappling principles — a must-have for anyone serious about improving their sweep success and overall control on the mat.

What Exactly Do You Get?

Part 1

• Dedication
• Introduction
• The Benefits of Working From Half Guard
• Knee Lever Mechanics
• Your Biggest Obstacles
• Your Major Objectives

Part 2

• Working From Chest to Chest - Overhook Knee Lever - Mechanics and Finishing the Sweep
• Tight Waist Entry From Failed Knee Lever
• Heisting to Back From Failed Knee Lever
• Ashi Garami From Failed Knee Lever
• Closed Guard From Failed Knee Lever
• Sumi Gaeshi From Failed Knee Lever
• Clamp From Failed Knee Lever

Part 3

• Working From Distance - Putting the Knee on the Floor - Split Squat
• Double Knee Lever
• One on One Methods - Double Wrist Control
• Wrist and Scoop Control
• Elbow Wrap
• Two On One Methods - Two On One Wrist
• Two On One Elbow
• Arm Drag
• Arm Drag - Over Under Switch
• Countering the Pullback - Forward Heist to Single Leg
• Elbow Post to Back Control
• Arm Drag to Back Control
• Arm in Guillotine
• Follow Up Attacks - Failed Knee Lever to Double Leg
• Attacking the Extended Leg
• Countering the Over Under Pass
• Attacking with Te Gatame
• Outro