Firas Zahabi BJJ Instructional Videos (Free Techniques by Position)

The video features Firas Zahabi demonstrating an escape technique from the Ashi Mount position, emphasizing the importance of keeping elbows tight, bridging diagonally, and transitioning to a more advantageous position to set up various attacks.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the limp leg technique for taking the back in grappling. He explains how to create tension by grabbing the opponent's knee and transitioning into a death roll. If the opponent spins away, Zahabi shows how to use the limp leg to trap their ankle and maintain control. He emphasizes the importance of positioning and using body mechanics to prevent the opponent from escaping, ultimately allowing for a

Firas Zahabi teaches the "double trouble control" technique in grappling, which involves controlling both of an opponent's legs to prevent escapes. He explains how to achieve this by grabbing the outside leg, underhooking the knee, and using grips like the Achilles grip or kimura grip to secure the position. This control makes it difficult for the opponent to escape, regardless of their strength or attempts

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a technique for countering a kneeling opponent by bridging, collapsing them, passing their heel, and transitioning to guard passing.

The video by Firas Zahabi explains the concept of "cross ashi" in Jiu Jitsu, where the legs are crossed in a perpendicular position, enhancing the effectiveness of heel hooks. Zahabi contrasts this with standard ashi, where the legs are parallel. He emphasizes that the inside heel hook, achieved in the cross ashi position, is significantly stronger and more effective for breaking an opponent

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the Inverted Knee Shield technique for escaping side control in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He explains how to intercept an opponent's arm as they transition to a north-south position by using the knee to create space. The key movements involve elevating the opponent's body, pushing them away with the knees, and spinning back to guard. Zahabi emphasizes the importance of bringing the

Firas Zahabi teaches the elbow escape from side control, emphasizing the importance of preventing the partner from moving their head to escape back to guard.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates two armbar techniques: the shotgun armbar and the reverse armbar (katami). He explains how to achieve control over the opponent's arms using a shotgun grip and body positioning, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control to prevent the opponent from escaping. The techniques aim to secure submissions while minimizing the risk of losing position.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the armbar technique, starting from a position with an underhook and a Kimura grip. He explains how to control the opponent's movement, preventing escapes, and emphasizes the importance of positioning his hips correctly. Zahabi details the steps to secure the armbar, including foot placement and hand grip for effective separation, ensuring the opponent cannot escape.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the armbar technique, detailing the steps of tucking the elbow, stepping over the head, stuffing the head, and transitioning from a Kimura position to the armbar by leaning.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates knee slide techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on controlling the opponent's hip and preventing them from gaining an underhook. He emphasizes the importance of keeping the head low and using body weight to maintain control. The technique involves sliding the knee across, trapping the opponent's arm, and transitioning to 3/4 mount for effective guard passing.

The video features Firas Zahabi demonstrating the omoplata technique in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing the importance of controlling the partner's hands and positioning the knee to the opposite side for effective execution.

The video features Firas Zahabi demonstrating the Jump Speed Drill, focusing on warming up with speed drills that involve passing the guard while the partner performs shrimping movements.

Coach Firas Zahabi advises against learning Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai simultaneously by attending separate classes for each. He recommends focusing on one discipline at a time, dedicating three days a week to Jiu Jitsu and supplementing it with Muay Thai training afterward. Zahabi emphasizes the importance of daily practice for both arts to achieve mastery, suggesting that if one cannot commit the necessary time

In the video, Coach Firas Zahabi discusses the 80/20 rule, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the 20% of training that yields 80% of the benefits in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). He critiques "junk training" and advocates for prioritizing essential techniques during training sessions. Zahabi shares insights on optimizing training efficiency by eliminating unnecessary activities and concentrating on effective

The video features Firas Zahabi discussing the mental approach to dealing with injuries in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), specifically referencing a rare shin bone injury. He emphasizes the importance of practicing submissions gradually in training to prevent injuries, contrasting this with the more aggressive approach allowed in competition. Zahabi advises maintaining flow during practice, encouraging students to continue from the same position after a submission attempt rather than

Firas Zahabi emphasizes the importance of physical conditioning in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), arguing that it is often neglected in training. He believes that while BJJ practitioners may excel in technique, they struggle in high-pressure situations, especially against wrestlers in MMA, due to a lack of conditioning. Zahabi insists that conditioning is essential for success in real fights, as the adrenaline and intensity

The video discusses why some individuals progress faster in sports than others, attributing this to early exposure and training in athleticism, similar to language acquisition. Firas Zahabi explains that just as learning a language at a young age leads to fluency without an accent, early athletic training fosters fluid and explosive movement. He notes that those who start later may develop an "athletic accent," resulting in less

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the hip ride technique in grappling, explaining how to secure a partner's hips and transition into a power nelson to take their back.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates how to effectively apply a rear naked choke by using a "limp arm" technique to counter an opponent's defense, specifically when they grab the instructor's thumb.

In the video, Firas Zahabi demonstrates a grappling technique called the "straight jacket." He explains the routine in detail, starting with positioning his hands high while his partner attempts to remove them. Zahabi shows how to pummel to trap the partner's pinky, then uses a "limp arm" technique to bypass resistance and control both of the partner's hands. Finally, he swaps

The video features Firas Zahabi demonstrating the cross blocking technique as an effective defensive position in fighting. He explains how to use the cross block to defend against various punches, including uppercuts and hooks, emphasizing its versatility and safety. While it provides strong defense, he notes that it limits offensive capabilities, making it primarily a protective strategy suitable for MMA, boxing, and street altercations.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a technique where he snaps down an opponent who resists a shuck, traps their head, grabs their waist, and executes a whip over.

In the video, Coach Firas Zahabi discusses the importance of incorporating wrestling into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training. He emphasizes that wrestling enhances self-defense skills and overall effectiveness in grappling matches. Zahabi argues that wrestling develops athleticism and physical capacity, making practitioners more versatile. He encourages viewers to embrace wrestling as a fun and technical aspect of their training, suggesting that it can

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the transition from combat base to staple pass in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on techniques to stack an opponent and secure a cross face while maintaining control.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a technique to counter frequent shooting attacks by using an underhook to lift the opponent, achieving a dominant position with their elbows higher than their shoulders.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a technique for countering a shot in wrestling using an underhook. He emphasizes the importance of keeping the elbow tight to the body and elevating the opponent's elbow to limit their follow-up options. The technique involves intercepting the opponent's double leg shot with a shallow underhook, grabbing their shoulder, and maintaining control by keeping their elbow above their shoulder. This method is

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the technique of transitioning from a snapdown to a kneeling position in grappling, emphasizing hand placement, sprawl, and maintaining control over the opponent.

In this video, Coach Firas Zahabi narrates a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) rolling session, demonstrating techniques such as the darce choke to counter takedowns and discussing the effectiveness of pulling guard strategically. He highlights the importance of transitioning to submissions or sweeps when pulling guard and showcases various moves, including a neat pick and body locks, while emphasizing the need for adaptability in

In the video, Coach Firas Zahabi analyzes a street fight between an untrained opponent and a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. He highlights the mistakes made by the Jiu-Jitsu fighter, particularly when achieving the mount position. Zahabi explains that the fighter's hips and head were too high, making it easy for the untrained opponent to roll him over. He emphasizes the importance of proper positioning

In this video, Coach Firas Zahabi demonstrates techniques for grappling against larger opponents, specifically focusing on maintaining control and using underhooks effectively. He emphasizes the importance of underhooking the leg to prevent the opponent from escaping or countering, and demonstrates how to maintain a strong position while on toes to avoid being turned. Zahabi showcases a transition to north/south position and finishes with a Kim

In this video, Coach Firas Zahabi narrates a Jiu-Jitsu roll, demonstrating techniques such as the thigh pry and guillotine. He discusses the importance of hand positioning to protect fingers during grappling and shares insights on countering guard pulls and maintaining control over smaller opponents. Zahabi emphasizes the need to connect the opponent's chin to their chest when applying a guillotine and reflects

Firas Zahabi demonstrates how to transition from turtle mount to taking the back of an opponent, emphasizing the control gained by managing their triceps and the inability to block both sides, making it easy to secure hooks and take the back.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a basic armbar from the mount at TriStar Gym, emphasizing key details for execution. He advises keeping the partner's arms straight, isolating the targeted arm, and maintaining weight on the chest and thigh to prevent escapes. Zahabi highlights the importance of tucking the chin and positioning the body correctly to minimize gaps. He illustrates the sequence of sliding the knee, flipping the

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the hip heist sweep from the mount position, emphasizing the importance of proper body positioning and using a bump to collapse the opponent's balance.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a simple arm drag progression, emphasizing the importance of drilling basic techniques to improve quickly.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the arm drag technique, emphasizing simplicity in drilling. He instructs on how to grab the wrist by rotating the hand, using the "wax on, wax off" analogy. The focus is on practicing this fundamental movement to build coordination and prepare for more complex maneuvers.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a pummeling hip toss technique, explaining the process of driving his arm under an opponent's arm and adjusting based on their resistance.

In this video, Firas Zahabi narrates a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) roll, focusing on takedown techniques, particularly the double leg and guillotine concepts. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a straight back and keeping the head up during takedown attempts to avoid being vulnerable to chokes. Zahabi demonstrates various techniques, including a body lock and a leg drag

In this video, Firas Zahabi discusses the importance of integrating wrestling with jiu-jitsu, especially for competitors. He emphasizes that while many practitioners prefer to roll on the ground, wrestling is crucial for enhancing skills in mixed martial arts (MMA). Zahabi explains the dynamics of wrestling in a jiu-jitsu context, highlighting techniques to avoid submissions like guillotines and kimuras while shooting

Firas Zahabi demonstrates how to protect your ankles while on your back by rolling your foot in the gap between an opponent's grip. He emphasizes the importance of not allowing your opponent to control your ankles, as this can lead to losing positional control.

In this video, Firas Zahabi teaches how to escape from the butterfly guard when the opponent has double under hooks. He emphasizes the importance of stripping the hooks to prevent dangerous submissions like arm bars or leg locks. Zahabi demonstrates using hip action to loosen the hooks, then pummeling his foot inside the opponent's guard and driving his knee into their sternum. He highlights maintaining good posture to

Firas Zahabi advises that to overcome laziness and lack of motivation, one should find activities they are passionate about. He emphasizes the importance of engaging in enjoyable pursuits, like MMA or basketball, which can make fitness feel less like a chore. Zahabi suggests experimenting with different activities until you discover what excites you, as this can lead to improved fitness and overall well-being without the monotony of

In this video, Firas Zahabi demonstrates techniques for the octopus position in half guard, emphasizing the importance of responding to an opponent's movement. He explains the concept of "negative" and "positive" positioning, showing how to counter an opponent's attempts to pass guard by going negative yourself. Zahabi outlines three essential attacks from this position, focusing on creating space and maintaining a strong posture to

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the knee shield position and transitions into a knee slide, emphasizing the importance of elevating the knee and maintaining control while attempting to pass the opponent's knee.

In the video, Coach Firas Zahabi demonstrates a counter technique to the knee slide pass in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He explains how to transition from guard to K guard by shooting his knee across when his partner attempts the knee slide. Zahabi emphasizes the importance of framing against the opponent's neck and shoulder while using body movement to establish a strong position. He concludes by showing how to attack from

Firas Zahabi discusses the K-guard transition, emphasizing the importance of having a backup plan when attacking. He demonstrates a scenario where he attempts a triangle but faces resistance from his partner. When his initial attempt is thwarted, he shifts to a secondary strategy by spinning under the legs to initiate ashy grammy attacks. Zahabi encourages viewers to refer to his previous volumes for more detailed explanations of

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the North South Armbar technique, emphasizing the importance of using an underhook and applying weight to the opponent's tricep while stepping over their head to transition into a Kimura.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a North South armbar technique, starting from a North South position with a partner in prayer position. He explains how to slide his palm up and wedge the partner's elbow down, then uses an underhook to push the elbow across the body. Zahabi transitions to a Kimura grip, steps over the partner's head, and can either go for the armbar or maintain

Coach Firas Zahabi advises BJJ white belts to focus on consistent drilling over sparring, recommending an 80% drilling and 20% rolling ratio for the first two years. He emphasizes the importance of learning from true experts and mastering techniques before engaging in more sparring. After two years, he suggests shifting to a 40% drilling and 60% rolling ratio to enhance skill development.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the shotgun grip and reverse armbar technique, focusing on trapping the wrist and elbow, transitioning into a positive scissor position, and applying pressure with the hips.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates a triangle choke technique where, despite the opponent's arm being on the wrong side, the choke can still be executed effectively. He advises to place a fist in the opponent's neck, hold their head with the knees, and pull towards the fist while bridging the hips in the opposite direction. The technique emphasizes a 360-degree squeeze around the neck to secure the choke.

The video features Firas Zahabi demonstrating the "Windshield Wiper Speed Drill," which focuses on improving fluidity and speed in grappling movements. He explains the technique, emphasizing the positioning of the feet and hips, and the importance of practicing the drill for effective transitions, particularly when an opponent is trying to regain guard from the turtle position.

In the video "The Art of Arm Collecting," Firas Zahabi teaches armbar techniques, starting with a congratulatory note to his team for their recent successes at UFC 186. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork at TriStar gym and introduces the pendulum sweep armbar combination, detailing its execution and the significance of head positioning for effective submissions. Zahabi highlights the basics of the armbar

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the Body Lock Pass, where he pushes the opponent's legs to one side, then the other, slides behind their thighs, and secures a body lock. He then rises off his left knee, applies body weight to control the opponent, and transitions to a top position.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the Inverted Knee Shield technique, where he intercepts his partner's arm during a north-south pass, tucks his knee inside the bicep, and pivots his shoulders to return to guard.

The video features Firas Zahabi discussing the "Triple Attack" technique in grappling, emphasizing the importance of combining movements like pushing and crab walking to effectively counter resistance from an opponent.

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the technique of transitioning from a 3/4 Nelson to a Darce choke, emphasizing proper hand positioning, body alignment, and control to effectively execute the move.

Firas Zahabi teaches Kade Ruotolo key techniques for leg riding in MMA and BJJ, focusing on positioning and pressure. He demonstrates how to effectively control an opponent's leg to prevent them from getting up, emphasizing the importance of body mechanics and energy direction. Zahabi explains how to manipulate the opponent's knee and foot to maintain control and leverage, making it difficult for them to escape or

Firas Zahabi demonstrates the X Guard sweep, explaining how to trap the opponent's near leg, use body weight to lower their hands, and transition into X Guard. He emphasizes the importance of staying off the back, driving hooks forward, and positioning the left foot on the near hip to push the opponent away. Finally, he shows how to bend the opponent's knee and climb to their back to