Black Magic Half Guard by Dan Covel

Black Magic Half Guard by Dan Covel

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Dominate from Half Guard
Effortless Transitions and Sweeps
Neutralize Opponent's Offense
Expand Your Submission Arsenal
Dominate from Half Guard
Effortless Transitions and Sweeps
Neutralize Opponent's Offense
Expand Your Submission Arsenal

What you'll learn

See the guard differently. Practice the dark arts. Learn the Black Magic of Half Guard to sweep, submit, and shut down the pass.

Dominate from Half Guard

Learn how to control and attack from the half guard position with techniques that work for all body types and skill levels.

Dominate from Half Guard
Effortless Transitions and Sweeps

Effortless Transitions and Sweeps

Master seamless transitions and sweeps like the Tilt Sweep and Reverse Half Back Take to keep your opponents guessing.

Neutralize Opponent's Offense

Discover counters to common threats, such as the Knee Cut and Deep Half, to maintain control and turn the tables.

Neutralize Opponent's Offense
Expand Your Submission Arsenal

Expand Your Submission Arsenal

Add powerful submissions like the Inverted Kimura and One Hand Rolling Choke to your game, enhancing your finishing ability.

Dan Covel
Meet Your Instructor

Dan Covel

Dan Covel is a highly respected 4th-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Phil Migliarese and a seasoned Judo black belt, renowned for his innovative 'Black Magic' guard systems. With multiple gold medals at prestigious IBJJF competitions and professional grappling events like Polaris Pro, Covel brings proven competitive success and technical mastery to his instruction.

As the head instructor at his own academy in Manhattan, Covel is celebrated for his analytical teaching style, systematic approach, and ability to effectively convey complex techniques to students of all skill levels.

Course Overview

Many Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners find themselves stuck in the half guard, struggling to transition effectively or capitalize on offensive opportunities. Despite countless hours on the mat, they often face challenges in maintaining control and executing submissions from this versatile position.
In Black Magic Half Guard by Dan Covel, you'll discover a strategic framework that transforms the half guard into a dynamic powerhouse of attacks and reversals. Covel's unique approach, honed through years of competitive success and teaching, emphasizes fluid transitions and innovative techniques that adapt to any body type or skill level.
Students will develop a deeper understanding of positional control and offensive versatility, leading to increased confidence and success in both training and competition. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a passionate hobbyist, this course offers a systematic approach that will elevate your game and enhance your effectiveness on the mat.
Ready to revolutionize your half guard? Enroll now and unlock the secrets to dominating from this critical position with Dan Covel's expert guidance.

Course Content

20 videos

Smashing The Half Guard
Preview • 6:06
Deep Kimura Vs Deep Half
4:11
Negative Side Pass
3:57
Pass To Arm Lock
3:52
Knee Cut Shoulder Lock
1:55
Black Magic Arm Lock
2:14
Arm Lock Vs Roll
2:27
Inverted Arm Triangle
1:36
One Hand Rolling Choke
2:12
Inverted Kimura
1:44
Tilt Sweep
2:39
Tilt Sweep Recounter
1:59
Tilt Sweep To Arm Lock
1:50
Reverse Half Back Take
2:13
Reverse Half Back Take 2
2:40
Reverse Half Calf Cutter
2:21
Arm Drag
2:20
Inverted Arm Lock
3:17
Knee Cut Counter Arm Lock
1:50
Knee Cut Counter Wrist Lock
1:57

Included with this course

The system, mapped

An interactive map of every position and transition taught, each linked to its lesson in the player.

Top Half Guard position
Knee Cut Shoulder Lock (Kimura) technique
Bottom Half Guard position
Deep Half Guard (Opponent) position
Double Underhook Smash position
Negative Side Pass Position position
Top Reverse De La Riva position
Dogfight position
Tilt Sweep technique
Tilt Sweep Recounter technique
Black Magic Arm Lock technique
Reverse Half Back Take technique
One Hand Rolling Choke technique
Knee Cut Counter Arm Lock technique
Inverted Kimura technique
Tilt Sweep to Arm Lock technique
Inverted Arm Lock (Bottom) technique
Kimura (Top Half) technique
Full Mount position
Half Butterfly Guard position
Side Control position
Arm Lock vs Roll technique
Back Control position
Knee Cut Counter Wrist Lock technique
Pass to Arm Lock technique
Calf Slicer technique

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Student Reviews

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Techniques in this course

Reference pages for what this course teaches, with entries, mechanics, and competition stats.

Armbar submission Kimura submission Inverted Armbar submission Arm Triangle Choke submission Wristlock submission Calf Slicer submission