The three stages of defense
- Defense philosophy and recognizing the setup
- Armbar, triangle, omoplata and kimura defenses from guard
- How your response changes as the submission develops
Recognize it. Stop it. Escape it.
Build your defense before the submission is locked in.
Getting caught over and over doesn't tell you what to change. Learn Matt's three-stage approach to recognizing submission threats early, interrupting the setup, and escaping when you're already in trouble.
Get BJJ Defense Blueprint$99 USD · One-time payment · Online course
BJJ Defense Blueprint$99
UFC / TUF 6 VeteranADCC CompetitorBlack belt under Rob KahnTraining since 2003
Understand the position
You need more than a last-second escape.
A submission develops in stages: your opponent moves into position, establishes a grip, then finishes. The earlier you recognize the threat, the more options you have. This course connects those stages to specific defenses so you can practice with a clear purpose.
Work through the instruction at your own pace. Return to the details you need, take them into practice, and keep building your understanding.
Inside the blueprint
A system you can come back to.
Explore these areas of the course, then bring a specific focus into your next training session.
Kimuras and guillotines
- Half guard, north-south and kimura-trap defenses
- Guillotine and Marcelo guillotine defenses
- Arm-in guillotine and D’Arce defenses
Back, mount and leg attacks
- Rear naked choke and wrist-lock defenses
- Mounted armbar and Americana defenses
- Ankle lock, heel hook, kneebar and 50/50 defenses
A clear path from checkout to training
Your course. In one place.
01. Choose your blueprint
Get this individual course for one payment of $99. This is a standalone purchase.
02. Open your course library
Use the email address you enter at checkout for your course account and access instructions.
03. Study and practice
Watch the instruction online and revisit the details alongside your regular Jiu Jitsu training.
Learn with Matt Arroyo
BJJ Defense Blueprint
Give this part of your game a focused plan.
$99 USD
One payment. Online course access.
Get accessUse your preferred course-account email at checkout.
Before you start
A few common questions.
Is this a subscription?
No. This offer is a one-time $99 purchase of BJJ Defense Blueprint.
Where do I watch the course?
The course is hosted in Matt’s online course library at members.mattarroyo.com. Use the email address from your checkout for access.
Do I need a separate account for every course?
Use the same email address for your purchases so your courses can stay together in your course library.
Who can help with course access?
If you need help, contact Matt’s team and include the email address you used at checkout.