Training in mixed martial arts (MMA) demands more than just mastering one fighting style. It requires fluidity across multiple ranges and techniques. Tonight, I worked with a client who has been training with me since 2019. His progress has reached a point where he can confidently switch between different martial arts systems within my 10-lesson courses. Our 1.5-hour session focused on moving through all the ranges of MMA using specific sparring rounds designed to sharpen his skills in each area

Martial arts training room with equipment and two men grappling on red mats. Text: Side Control to Scarf-Hold blog post info.

When my couple clients recently completed their seventh and eighth hours of Submission Grappling Personal Training, we dedicated a special double lesson to two crucial positions: the turtle position and the seatbelt hold. These positions form the backbone of many effective submissions and escapes in grappling. By focusing on these areas through constraint-led games and guided sparring, we were able to deepen their understanding and sharpen their skills with several key submissions.