Mastering the Guillotine by Joseph Capizzi

Mastering the Guillotine by Joseph Capizzi

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Build Your Guillotine Game
Attack with Precision
Counter with Strategy
Integrate Advanced Techniques
Build Your Guillotine Game
Attack with Precision
Counter with Strategy
Integrate Advanced Techniques

What you'll learn

Elevate Your Guillotine Game: Escape, Attack, and Counter with Proven Techniques

Build Your Guillotine Game

Learn the anatomy of the guillotine and how to calibrate your attack for maximum control, precision, and finishing power.

Build Your Guillotine Game
Attack with Precision

Attack with Precision

Develop a precise guillotine attack strategy with detailed breakdowns of 18 techniques, including the Rafa roll and Peruvian neck tie, to catch opponents off guard.

Counter with Strategy

Discover how to counter common guillotine setups like the arm-in guillotine and single leg attempts, turning defensive situations into offensive opportunities.

Counter with Strategy
Integrate Advanced Techniques

Integrate Advanced Techniques

Integrate advanced moves like the JDL from closed guard and crucifix transitions to diversify your submission arsenal and keep opponents guessing.

Joseph Capizzi
Meet Your Instructor

Joseph Capizzi

Joseph Capizzi is a respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under the legendary Renzo Gracie, known for his deep expertise in submission techniques, particularly the guillotine choke. His proven methods have been rigorously tested and validated at the highest levels of competition, including the adult black belt divisions of both gi and no-gi BJJ World Championships.

Joseph's systematic approach and detailed instruction provide students with clear, actionable insights to elevate their guillotine game, whether attacking, defending, or countering submissions.

Course Overview

Many BJJ practitioners find themselves struggling to effectively execute or defend against the guillotine choke, often leading to missed opportunities or vulnerable positions during matches. Despite countless hours on the mat, they may still feel uncertain about their guillotine game.
In Mastering the Guillotine, Joseph Capizzi, a seasoned black belt under Renzo Gracie, unveils a systematic approach to transforming your guillotine technique. By focusing on the underlying principles and strategic frameworks, this course offers a comprehensive understanding that goes beyond mere technique drilling. Capizzi, alongside Anthony Buckwitz, shares insights that have been battle-tested at the highest levels of competition.
Participants will build a robust guillotine game, gaining the ability to attack, defend, and counter with confidence. This course promises significant skill improvement, translating into greater success in both gi and no-gi competitions. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a dedicated practitioner looking to refine your submission skills, this course will elevate your performance on the mat.
Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your BJJ journey. Enroll now and take the first step towards developing a formidable guillotine game that will set you apart in competition.

Course Content

18 videos

Anatomy of the guillotine
Preview • 4:56
Calibrating the attack
4:02
Arm drag to the arm in guillotine
4:05
Arm drag to the mounted guillotine
3:24
Rafa gator roll
4:04
Half guard smash guillotine
6:37
Rafa roll
2:59
Squatting guillotine
4:04
The peruvian neck tie
4:13
Step and slide
2:55
Left hand path
4:35
From the crucifix to the guillotine
3:40
North South Guillotine
5:11
Countering the single leg
3:06
Solving the arm in guillotine
4:44
JDL analysis and discussion
2:57
JDL from within the closed guard
4:51
JDL from cross body
2:36

Included with this course

The system, mapped

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

Turtle Control (Top) position
Half Guard Top (Knees Down) position
Guillotine Grips (Anatomy) technique
Single Leg (Opponent Attacking) position
Crucifix (Bottom) position
North-South Position position
Solving the Arm-In Guillotine (Escape) technique
JDL Lock (D'Arce) from Closed Guard technique
JDL Lock (D'Arce) from Cross Body technique
Squatting Guillotine technique
Left Hand Path (Cross-Body Guillotine) technique
Half Guard Smash Guillotine technique
Half Guard Top (Knee Up) position
Sitting Half Guard position
Crucifix to Guillotine technique
North-South (Hugging) Guillotine technique
Peruvian Necktie technique
Step & Slide (Half Guard Guillotine) technique
Calibrated Guillotine Fit-In technique
Arm Drag Position position
Arm-In Guillotine (Bottom) technique
Rafa Gator Roll Position position
Mounted Guillotine technique

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Student Reviews

4.3 (37 reviews)
TG
Tom G.
Several years ago
Used this to help get some details on positioning, grips, and finishes to help me teach guillotines and it was a fantastic resource. I highly recommend this one, it is well worth the money.