Renzo Gracie is viewed as one of the greatest BJJ artists ever, and an inspiration to many. He does us the honor of passing on his skills and wisdom.

Armbar

1. Renzo (black shirt) has Ali in his guard. Ali tries to control Renzo with his hands.

2. Renzo takes his arms and controls Ali’s shoulders by pulling on the back of Ali’s neck and pushing away the right shoulder.

3. Renzo pushes Ali back to open space and begins to lift his left into position.

4. Renzo moves on to his right hip and begins to put his left leg over Ali’s right shoulder.

5. Renzo locks his ankles with his left leg over Ali’s shoulder while bringing his right leg across the back of Ali’s left shoulder.

6. Renzo begins to move his arms from Ali’s shoulder down towards Ali’s wrist.

7. Renzo pulls Ali’s wrist to his chest.

8. Renzo pushes up with his hips while controlling Ali’s wrist to get the armbar.