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Catch Wrestling Killer Crucifix by John Potenza

Unlock one of grappling’s most dominant control positions with Catch Wrestling Killer Crucifix—an elite-level instructional from legendary coach John Potenza, one of the most respected and sought-after figures in the catch wrestling world. 

  • This series is a masterclass in control, submission chaining, and positional dominance, offering what is arguably the most in-depth crucifix system ever put on video.

  • Whether you're a submission grappler, BJJ practitioner, or MMA fighter, Potenza’s catch wrestling approach to the crucifix will give you new weapons, new setups, and a brutal mindset to finish fights

  • Pin &Punish – Discover how to use the crucifix to trap your opponent’s limbs with ruthless efficiency, shutting down their defenses.
  • Transition Mastery – Flow into the crucifix from failed shots, scrambles, top rides, and more with Potenza’s battle-tested entries.



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Volume 1

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Intro 0
Pirates Crucifix (Tricep Scoop Variation) 0:52
Pirates Crucifix (Mat Punch Variation) 2:56
Pirates Crucifix (Back Swim, Leg Weave Variation) 4:46
Pirates Crucifix (Reach Back, S-Grip Variation) 6:24
Full Crucifix Series 7:58
Full Crucifix Shoulder Lock 10:14
Full Crucifix Neck Crank 12:02
Full Crucifix Inverted Triangle 14:09
Full Crucifix Full Series Of Submissions 16:17
Full Crucifix Forearm Choke 17:26
Pirates Crucifix Half Mount Set Up 19:21
Pirates Crucifix Half Mount Shin Lock Toe Hold 21:26
Pirates Crucifix Half Mount Cradle 23:16
Pirates Crucifix Full Mount Set Up With The Bull Rider Finish 24:33
Pirates Crucifix Saturday Night Ride Fujiwara Cradle 26:32
Body Scissors Half Crucifix Submission &Sweep 29:04
Body Scissors Full Crucifix Submission &Sweep 32:03
Referee Side Choke 33:27
Referee Further Nelson With Arm Scissor 35:23
Referee Rolling Full Crucifix To North-South Choke 37:37
Referee Rolling Full Crucifix To Top Control 38:55
Takedown Full Crucifix 40:20
Outro 42:29 - (43:05)

What will You Learn?

Unlock one of grappling’s most dominant control positions with Catch Wrestling Killer Crucifix—an elite-level instructional from legendary coach John Potenza, one of the most respected and sought-after figures in the catch wrestling world. This series is a masterclass in control, submission chaining, and positional dominance, offering what is arguably the most in-depth crucifix system ever put on video.

Whether you're a submission grappler, BJJ practitioner, or MMA fighter, Potenza’s catch wrestling approach to the crucifix will give you new weapons, new setups, and a brutal mindset to finish fights.

What You'll Learn:

  • 🔒 Pin &Punish – Discover how to use the crucifix to trap your opponent’s limbs with ruthless efficiency, shutting down their defenses.

  • 🔁 Transition Mastery – Flow into the crucifix from failed shots, scrambles, top rides, and more with Potenza’s battle-tested entries.

  • 💥 Submissions That Stick – Crank necks, hyperextend arms, and trap chokes using classic catch submissions with modern details.

  • 🧠 Positional Strategy – Learn when and why to go for the crucifix, and how to stay two steps ahead once you’re there.

  • 🐍 Catch Wrestling Flavor – Incorporate unique principles and pressure from the old-school catch tradition that your opponents won’t see coming.

This isn’t just a crucifix course. It’s a blueprint for domination—crafted by a coach who’s been in the trenches for decades and knows what works on the mat and in the cage.

Get ready to turn one of grappling’s most underrated positions into your personal highlight reel.


Catch Wrestling Killer Crucifix is your new secret weapon.

What Exactly Do you Get?

Catch Wrestling Killer Crucifix – Technique List

  • Intro

  • Pirates Crucifix (Tricep Scoop Variation)

  • Pirates Crucifix (Mat Punch Variation)

  • Pirates Crucifix (Back Swim, Leg Weave Variation)

  • Pirates Crucifix (Reach Back, S-Grip Variation)

  • Full Crucifix Series

  • Full Crucifix Shoulder Lock

  • Full Crucifix Neck Crank

  • Full Crucifix Inverted Triangle

  • Full Crucifix – Full Series of Submissions

  • Full Crucifix Forearm Choke

  • Pirates Crucifix Half Mount Setup

  • Pirates Crucifix Half Mount Shin Lock Toe Hold

  • Pirates Crucifix Half Mount Cradle

  • Pirates Crucifix Full Mount Setup with the Bull Rider Finish

  • Pirates Crucifix Saturday Night Ride – Fujiwara Cradle

  • Body Scissors Half Crucifix – Submission &Sweep

  • Body Scissors Full Crucifix – Submission &Sweep

  • Referee Side Choke

  • Referee Further Nelson with Arm Scissor

  • Referee Rolling Full Crucifix to North South Choke

  • Referee Rolling Full Crucifix to Top Control

  • Takedown to Full Crucifix

  • Outro

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