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.

Rear Bodylock Defense to Side Control

1. Ali has his arms around Renzo’s torso, known as a bodylock.

2. Renzo holds Ali’s top arm (in this case his right arm) with both hands and lift his arms up.

3. Renzo turns and steps his left leg between Ali’s legs, bending forward at the waist to break Ali’s balance. 

4. Keeping control of Ali’s bodylock with his left hand, Renzo posts his right hand on the mat.

5. Renzo drops his right knee to the mat, forcing Ali to roll over his back.

6. Renzo maintains the grip of Ali’s arms, continuing to roll until his hip hits the mat.

7. Renzo turns with Ali so that he is facing Ali’s his legs. Renzo uses his right hand to control Ali’s legs, preventing him from regaining guard.

8. Renzo twists so that he is facing down, moving to side control.