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Weight Distribution Masterclass by Professor Henry Akins

Learn to use your weight, not just your strength — become untouchable.
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  • Legendary Instructor Henry Akins Uncovers Essential Details And Concepts On Weight Distribution In This 4-Part Instructional!
  • Learn the basics of weight distribution from a wide range of positions and scenarios.
  • Understanding weight distribution will enhance your guard passes, submissions, top control, and much more!
  • Drain opponents energy, while saving your own with a dominating approach to weight distribution.
  • Overhaul your ability to stay on top and generate immense pressure from positions like scarf hold, half guard, mount, side control, closed guard, open guard, and even while passing.
  • Henry teaches you how to create pressure without using strength!
  • Use weight distribution concepts to defend and escape a variety of submissions/positions!
  • Take Your Jiu-Jitsu Skills To An All-New Level With Henry Akins’ 4-Part Masterclass On Weight Distribution And Pressure!
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Course Content

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Volume 1

8 Lessons
Intro
0:00 - 1:15
Discovery
1:15 - 6:02
Why use weight distribution
6:02 - 10:55
Weight distribution. Cross side chest to chest
10:55 - 19:11
Drill shift weight to pin shoulders
19:11 - 27:35
Cross side with under hook
27:35 - 38:04
Drill pushing/pulling legs
38:04 - 43:24
Traumatic asphyxiation
43:24 +

Volume 2

7 Lessons
Scarf hold. Scarf hold
0:00 - 8:37
Mount
8:37 - 12:43
Shut down elbow escape
12:43 - 17:14
Defending qtr guard
17:14 - 20:29
Prevent half guard
20:29 - 25:04
Half guard
25:04 - 31:13
Shutting down hook sweep
31:13 +

Volume 3

7 Lessons
Guard passing. Concepts
0:00 - 5:10
Collapsing frames
5:10 - 17:07
Closed guard. Preventing standing
17:07 - 25:18
Preventing standing from combat stance
25:18 - 31:52
Open guard. Stack pass
31:52 - 37:08
Straight ankle lock
37:08 - 41:16
Grabbing the legs/leg drag
41:16 +

Volume 4

7 Lessons
Defenses. Americana
0:00 - 4:14
Kimura
4:14 - 8:36
Bow and arrow
8:36 - 12:22
Escape from back
12:22 - 16:38
Message for bigger guys
16:38 - 22:51
Message for smaller guys
22:51 - 26:20
Outro
26:20 +

⚖️ Weight Distribution Masterclass

Learn how to apply your weight with precision to create maximum control, pressure, and dominance—without relying on strength or speed.

???? Course Overview

Professor Henry Akins presents a concept-based system focused on mastering weight distribution across all major positions. Rather than just teaching techniques, this program builds deep awareness of balance, structure, and gravity—enabling you to feel heavier, conserve energy, and maintain unshakable control under pressure.

???? What You’ll Learn

  • Fundamental Concepts
    How to make 70 kg feel like 120 kg
    Identifying connection points: hips, chest, underhooks
    The art of stillness—staying heavy without movement or force
  • Positional Application
    Side Control: Floating vs. sinking pressure, chest angle mechanics
    Mount: Neutralizing bridging, isolating limbs with weight shifts
    Half Guard: Pinning hips and legs using base and structure
    Scarf Hold & Top Pins: Controlling the shoulder line and breaking alignment
  • Guard Passing & Pressure Timing
    Collapsing defensive frames using posture and pressure angles
    Slowing opponents down with sticky weight—not speed
    Timing pressure surges to open up submissions or advance position
  • Movement Drills & Pressure Flow
    Partner drills to develop pressure sensitivity and control reactions
    Progressive sequences that transition static pressure into fluid flow
    Instinctual responses to resistance from bottom players

???? Who This Course Is For

Ideal for:
• Grapplers looking to add pressure to their game without adding muscle
• Practitioners who favor timing, posture, and control over speed or athleticism
• Gi and no-gi athletes wanting to feel heavier and more connected in every position
• Coaches and students who value conceptual, scalable systems

✅ Key Benefits

  • Universal Across Positions
    Applies from mount, side, half guard, and passing scenarios.
  • Save Energy
    Use structure and gravity instead of effort and explosion.
  • Pressure That Feels Unstoppable
    Break your opponent’s will with slow, suffocating control.
  • Conceptual & Practical
    Immediately drillable and transferable to live sparring.
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