Issue 168

June 2018

Use a rubber guard to get your opponent stuck in an omoplata.

Vinny Magalhaes: The four-time world BJJ champion, 205lb fighter and instructor reveales his best no-gi techniques with Casey Milliken.



Credit: Tom Bear


1) With Casey in his guard, Vinny postures up to grab him and stop him from attacking. 


Credit: Tom Bear


2) Vinny holds onto Casey and drags him to the mat where he can begin his attack.


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3) By bringing one leg across the back of Casey's neck and holding it with his opposite arm, Vinny can trap him.


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4) Vinny pushes Casey’s head to one side to give himself more room to maneuver his foot.


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5) With the head clear, Vinny can slide his foot over his head and lock Casey’s arm down.  


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6) Keeping hold of Casey’s arm, Vinny moves his hips almost 180 degrees to face the same way as Casey. 


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7) Vinny sits up, crossing and extending his legs to keep Casey and his arm in one place. 


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8) To finish, Vinny swings his feet out and leans forward to put pressure on the shoulder and submit. 

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