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New Wave Jiu Jitsu: Side Attacks - Building a Devastating Side Control System by John Danaher

Dominate from the top — build a relentless side control system that finishes fights.
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  • Solve the central problems of the mounted position with Professor John Danaher’s 4-step system for establishing control, setting up submissions, and moving to even more dominant pins
  • Learn the best submission holds to apply from side position, including kimuras, sankaku, juji gatame, and more
  • Use this 4-step method to win from side position, including some of John’s favorite methods for establishing dominant grips and applying devastating pressureUse positions like the outside De La Riva, inside De La Riva, lasso
  • Shut down escapes and troubleshoot the 4-step system with John’s advice on where you are likely to see problems and how you can solve these issues
  • See all the best ways to establish control and stabilize position as you work your way through for increased dominance against the bottom player
  • Professor John Danaher has taught grappling and combat superstars like Gordon Ryan, Georges St. Pierre, Garry Tonon, and many more throughout his illustrious coaching career - with remarkable success with students of all levels of experience and athleticism.
  • Know more. Win more.
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Course Content

Volume 1

13 Lessons
Introduction
0:00 - 3:50
Building a Devastating Side Control System - Advantages and Disadvantages of the Side Control Position
3:50 - 13:39
The Central Problem of Side Control and Its Solution
13:39 - 20:13
The Main Message of This Video
20:13 - 27:48
The Relationship Between Side Control and the Mount Position
27:48 - 34:19
2 Philosophies of Moving From Side to Mount - 1st Philosophy: Opponent Denies the Mount - Crossface Knee Slide Method
34:19 - 42:26
Step Over Method
42:26 - 46:30
Double Underhooks Method
46:30 - 51:36
Hip Step Method
51:36 - 59:25
2nd Philosophy: Opponent Denies Submission - Speed Based Method
59:25 - 1:07:41
Tripod Method
1:07:41 - 1:14:59
Side Control Different Variations - Arm Configurations
1:14:59 - 1:24:15
Leg Configurations
1:24:15 +

Volume 2

11 Lessons
The 2 Most Common Escapes to Side Control and How to Negate Them - Countering the Elbow Escape
0:00 - 11:50
Negating a Knee Escape
11:50 - 27:57
The 4 Step Side Control System - Step 1: Elbow Penetration - 1st Option: Underhook - The 10 Finger Method
27:57 - 33:28
Spontaneous Pommel Method
33:28 - 39:53
Fake American Method
39:53 - 47:53
2nd Option: Reverse Overhook - The Underclasp Method
47:53 - 54:41
The Walk Around Method
54:41 - 1:00:54
The Side to Side Method
1:00:54 - 1:06:52
Step 2: Elbow Separation - Reverse Overhook/Rotational Method
1:06:52 - 1:24:20
The Underhook Forearm Lever Method
1:24:20 - 1:28:54
Special Study: Developing Devastating Pinning Pressure by Attacking Your Opponent's Breathing
1:28:54 +

Volume 3

5 Lessons
Step 3: Control Positions: The 4 Major Control Positions of the Side System - Seated Head and Arm
0:00 - 15:15
Dorsal Pin
15:15 - 29:28
Side Crucifix
29:28 - 38:08
The Elbow Trap - Hip Entry
38:08 - 48:08
Quarter Nelson Entry
48:08 +

Volume 4

5 Lessons
Step 4: Submissions - The 4 Major Submissions of the Side Control System
0:00 - 3:53
Seated Head and Arm Series
3:53 - 27:59
Seated Head and Arm to Rear Strangle
27:59 - 42:09
Seated Head and Arm to Mount
42:09 - 53:18
Seated Head and Arm to Arm Bar
53:18 +

Volume 5

5 Lessons
Dorsal Pin Series - Kimura (Hands)
0:00 - 15:21
Kimura (Legs)
15:21 - 24:30
Yoko Sankaku (Side Triangle)
24:30 - 42:47
Transition to Juji Gatame (Arm Bar)
42:47 - 53:16
Transition to the Back
53:16 +

Volume 6

6 Lessons
Side Crucifix Series - Scissor Side Crucifix - Entries
0:00 - 6:43
Reverse Triangle
6:43 - 14:16
Reverse Triangle Supine Finish
14:16 - 20:35
Reverse Triangle Into Side Triangle
20:35 - 26:17
Reverse Triangle Side Triangle Kimura
26:17 - 32:56
Reverse Triangle Into American Lock
32:56 +

Volume 7

10 Lessons
Shin Pin Side Crucifix - Entering and Controlling the Shin Pin
0:00 - 4:15
A Deep Point About Posture and Pinning
4:15 - 9:43
Shin Pin to Arm Bar (Juji Gatame)
9:43 - 23:13
Shin Pin to Kimura
23:13 - 31:30
Shoulder Drop Triangle
31:30 - 42:06
Shoulder Drop To Ude Gatame
42:06 - 47:08
Shoulder Drop Trimura
47:08 - 55:39
Shin Pin to Mounted Head and Arm Triangle
55:39 - 1:06:15
Shin Pin to Mounted Head and Arm Supine Finish
1:06:15 - 1:13:24
Mounted Head and Arm Into Arm Locks
1:13:24 +

Volume 8

7 Lessons
The Elbow Trap Series - Step Over Triangle
0:00 - 9:23
Knee Slide Triangle
9:23 - 24:05
3/4 Juji Gatame
24:05 - 29:20
Trimura
29:20 - 36:30
When the System Fails: Leg Locks From Side Control - Pins and Leg Locks: My Philosophy
36:30 - 39:14
Outside Entry Into Legs
39:14 - 58:23
Step Through Entry
58:23 +

What Will You Learn?

????️ New Wave Jiu Jitsu: Side Attacks
A high-level, position-driven system for crushing side control, chaining submissions, and maintaining control transitions.

Course Overview

John Danaher brings his “new wave” approach to side control, transforming it from a static pin into a strategic, submission-ready platform. This series lays out a multi-volume system focused on using side control as an attacking hub—moving efficiently between control, submission setups, and dominant positional transitions.

What You’ll Learn

  • Positional Foundations & Control Mechanics: Heavy frames and grips, hip escape neutralization, chest pressure, underhook control, knee wedges, cross-face variations, and transitions between side control variations.
  • Submission Chains & Transitions: Connecting kimuras, Americanas, arm triangles, top-front chokes, timing-based setups, escape-catching, and fluid attack sequencing.
  • Leg Finishes & Knee-on-Belly Entries: Leg lace, straight ankle locks, toe holds from side control, tactical knee-on entries, and leveraging lower-body dominance.
  • Dedicated Half & Reverse Side Control Options: Transitions into reverse side control, leg entanglements, positional resets, and high/low pressure combinations.
  • Live Rolling Strategy & Flow: Realistic demonstrations, grip and mindset adjustments on-the-fly, mistake correction, and decision-making analysis under resistance.

Who Should Train With It

  • Practitioners aiming to master side control as an offensive position.
  • Grapplers wanting dynamic transitions between control and submissions.
  • Anyone looking to leverage side control for leg attacks, reversals, and dominant resets.

Key Benefits

  • Strategic Framework: Clear positional intentions from frame to finish.
  • Submission Chaining: Seamless upper- and lower-body attack sequences.
  • Adaptive Training: Live rolling drills for real-world application.
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