Travis Stevens BJJ Instructional Videos (Free Techniques by Position)

Travis Stevens shares his top three lapel grip breaks for Judo and Jiu Jitsu, focusing on techniques against strong collar grips, primarily for right-on-right scenarios. He demonstrates the first grip break, emphasizing the importance of thumb placement and body positioning to effectively break the grip. The second grip break involves using a shoulder punch to leverage the opponent's grip against them. Stevens encourages viewers to stay

The video features Olympic silver medalist Travis Stevens demonstrating three essential no-gi takedowns. He explains the first technique, a collar tie to back take, detailing the steps involved, including wrist control and head positioning. Stevens emphasizes the importance of proper grip and body positioning to execute the move effectively. The video includes troubleshooting tips and showcases the technique at full speed.

The video features Olympic medalist Travis Stevens discussing grip breaking techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) when facing traditional Judo grips. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong stance and keeping the chest facing the opponent while executing grip breaks. Stevens demonstrates how to apply pressure to the opponent's grip using body mechanics, particularly by pushing with the chest and timing the grip break effectively. He also

Travis Stevens demonstrates the technique of sode tsurikomi goshi at Camp Vertex, focusing on grip positioning, body rotation, and hand movements to execute the throw effectively.

The video features Travis Stevens demonstrating the O Goshi judo throw, focusing on the fundamentals of the technique. He emphasizes the importance of grip, footwork, and body positioning to effectively execute the throw. Stevens instructs viewers to practice the throw in three phases: the beginning, middle, and end, ensuring a strong foundation. Key points include maintaining a square stance, using a high grip on the

Travis Stevens demonstrates effective judo techniques for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) situations, emphasizing the importance of understanding whether you're a top or bottom player. He explains that successful judo throws require significant effort and skill, particularly when transitioning to ground control. Stevens highlights a basic technique involving a Gucci model throw followed by a foot sweep and ankle pick, focusing on maintaining pressure and positioning to score

In the video, Olympian Travis Stevens demonstrates his top five favorite fireman's carries for Judo and BJJ. He covers techniques that include grip control and body positioning to effectively execute the moves, some of which may not be legal in modern judo. Each technique is explained with detailed instructions and visual demonstrations, emphasizing the importance of angles and leverage in successfully performing the carries.

Travis Stevens demonstrates a variation of the Kata Guruma technique, focusing on overcoming difficulties in securing the opponent's sleeve. He explains the steps: grabbing the sleeve, chopping the front leg, using shoulder movement to position the opponent, and finishing the technique by driving hips off the floor.

The video by Travis Stevens discusses the use of cat's paw grips in various guard positions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, particularly from closed guard and spider guard. Stevens emphasizes that the cat's paw grip effectively locks the opponent's elbow in place, allowing for better control without excessive pulling. He contrasts this grip with others like judo and pistol grips, which focus more on pulling or pushing. The cat

The video demonstrates the "Cradle Pass" technique by Travis Stevens, focusing on transitioning from a position where weight is shifted to one leg, back stepping, and locking up the opponent. It shows how to counter the opponent's attempt to free their head and recover guard, leading into a quick follow-up move.

Travis Stevens discusses the differences between judo, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu, emphasizing that while there are similarities, the techniques and required reactions at higher levels are distinct. He argues that many jiu-jitsu practitioners have only a basic understanding of wrestling and encourages them to compete in wrestling tournaments to truly grasp the sport's complexities. Stevens highlights the unique dynamics and rules of wrestling that don't apply

The video features Travis Stevens demonstrating a technique for taking someone's back in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) from the turtle position. He explains how to exploit gaps when an opponent is in turtle, using body positioning and leverage to transition to the back. Stevens emphasizes the importance of maintaining contact and controlling the opponent's movements to secure the back effectively, demonstrating the steps involved in executing the technique.

Travis Stevens demonstrates the Ezekiel choke, explaining the grip and positioning needed to secure the hold, including using the collar and controlling the opponent's hip, followed by locking in the choke and finishing the technique.

The video features Travis Stevens discussing the use of C grips in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, particularly in butterfly guard. He emphasizes that C grips are effective for creating movement and manipulating an opponent's hands to set up offensive techniques, rather than establishing static grips. The goal is to induce mistakes from the opponent by guiding their movements, allowing for quick offensive actions like submissions or sweeps. Stevens advises against holding

Travis Stevens demonstrates a technique for passing to the backside in grappling, focusing on maintaining pressure and positioning while managing the opponent's leg movements.

Travis Stevens demonstrates a simple half guard sweep technique ideal for beginners, particularly those with a wrestling background. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a reverse daily hema position to prevent the opponent from getting their knee to the floor. The technique involves using both legs to shift the opponent's weight, dropping from the knee to the ankle, and then sweeping the opponent to the floor while maintaining control. The move

The video by Travis Stevens demonstrates techniques to escape Kesa Gatame, a common pin in judo. He outlines three main escape methods: 1) For those with long legs or flexibility, walk legs close to the opponent, hook their leg, and trap it to break the pin. 2) Use a bridge and roll by grabbing the opponent's belt, bridging into them, and transitioning shoulders