The ability to dictate where a fight takes place is one of the most valuable skills a grappler can possess. This two-hour clinic is designed to provide Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners with a practical wrestling foundation that directly translates to both gi and no-gi grappling.
Rather than teaching wrestling as a sport, this seminar focuses on the techniques and concepts most applicable to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Students will learn how to improve standing control, create takedown opportunities, escape common grappling positions using wrestling principles, and maintain dominant positions throughout an exchange.
Instruction emphasizes timing, positioning, leverage, and efficient movement over strength or athleticism.
Course Structure
This seminar is divided into two instructional blocks designed to improve both your offensive wrestling and your ability to apply wrestling concepts during live grappling.
Block 1 – Standing Wrestling for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Students will develop a practical standing game focused on controlling the engagement before it reaches the ground. Instruction emphasizes grip fighting, positional dominance, and high-percentage takedowns that translate directly to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and No-Gi competition.
Topics Covered
- Wrestling stance and movement
- Hand fighting concepts
- Dominating grips and controlling the tie-up
- Creating offensive opportunities
- Takedowns
Block 2 – Wrestling Concepts for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
The second half of the seminar focuses on applying wrestling techniques to common positions encountered in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Students will learn how to utilize wrestling-based movement, pressure, and positioning to escape inferior positions, create scrambles, reverse opponents, and return to dominant positions.
Topics Covered
- Wrestling-style stand-ups
- Creating and winning scrambles
- Reversals using wrestling concepts
- Integrating wrestling into everyday Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Who This Course Is For
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners
- No-Gi competitors
- MMA athletes
- Anyone looking to improve their wrestling and overall grappling
No prior wrestling or grappling experience is required.
Important Notes
Training Location
This seminar will be held at LaRosa Training Services Headquarters (LTS HQ). The exact address will be provided via email after registration. The general training location is Glendale, Arizona.
Limited Enrollment
Enrollment is limited to 6 students to maintain a high instructor-to-student ratio. This small class size allows each participant to receive extensive individualized coaching, technical corrections, and one-on-one instruction from Professor Nicholas LaRosa throughout the seminar.
Required Equipment
- Athletic clothing
- Good personal hygiene
- Water
Recommended Equipment
- Note-taking material