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Critical BJJ Fanatics reviews
71 of 87,673 reviews are one or two stars and 355 are three stars, 0.5% of the archive between them. All 426 are published here in full and unedited, lowest rating first, exactly as the customer wrote them.
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For context, the full archive averages 4.95 across 87,673 reviews. See what the negative reviews are actually about, grouped by complaint.
Reviews 1–50 of 426
Knee Saver
Middle Aged BJJ 2: No Gi by Tom DeBlass
His triangle advice after rupturing both patella tendons is amazing!
I had high hopes but...
Exploring The Empty Half Guard by Daniel Paul Pollaccia
I really wanted to like this video, but I just couldn’t get there. Almost the entire instructional is focused on one side, the left side, which for most people is the weaker side unless you are left handed or more advanced. Seeing it from both perspectives would have made a big difference in understanding and usability. The position itself also didn’t feel very practical to me. I was expecting to see more setups or entries from different positions, but it stayed pretty limited throughout. Because of that, I just don’t see many situations where I would actually be able to use this effectively while rolling. Overall, I had high hopes, but it just didn’t translate well into something I can use.
Championship Catch Wrestling: Front Headlock & Tactics
Championship Catch Wrestling: Front Headlock & Tactics by Josh Barnett
Great instructional video!
A Tutorial without 80% Less Instruction
Breathe to Win by Glyn Powditch
He outlines concepts without being specific about what you need to do or why; continually name drops, then extolls the benefits. I suppose if you already know all the background of breathwork, the applications he offers might have some value, but this was my intro and this course gave me almost nothing.
Never on time
Insiders Club - Daily Deal Schedule
Schedule to look ahead for deals, but the schedule is released with wide gaps missing
Talk, no action
Shin to Shin by Eoghan O'Flanagan
Lots of talking about the moves without demonstrating much. Only for very advanced players, and for those who want to play a wrist deep shin to shin instead of elbow deep. Also, he's pinned a holocaust joke using this video series to his Instagram account. There's a large overlap between people who are good at fighting and people who are miserable human beings. Amazing the way someone can master the nuances of thousands of positions but not the nuances of basic decency.
app sucks
Ageless Jiu Jitsu: Winning When You're Older or Less Athletic - Bottom Game by John Danaher
can't airplay on my tv
Basically Gordon ranting
Getting Swole As A Grappler by Gordon Ryan
I expected there to be an out lined structured work and diet, there isn’t
Skip this one
American Jiu-Jitsu Unleashed: Mount by Jake Shields
Jake is a great fighter and athlete, but this instructional falls short. Not worth the time or money
hard watch
Kimura System by Marcelo Cohen
tough to get through.
Nah
American Jiu-Jitsu Unleashed: Back Attacks by Jake Shields
Sorry, but this ain't it. This ~might~ be worth 20 bucks. Getting this over something by Gordon, John, or anyone else that's actually won something relevant in the past 5 years are much better choices.
good
The Leg Pin Passing System by Kade & Tye Ruotolo
good
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging:It made me choke myself out, which was less painful than this video.
The Evolved Ezekiel by Kennet Ekelund Waale
Honestly, i really didn't love this. He spends a lot of time going over extremely basic anatomy, like he's going to teach you something but doesn't. The finally shows you in basic detail a basic Ezekiel from mount ...and thats it. .... this video would have made an OK quick YouTube video but it definitely...definitely lacked major content for a paid video. Could have had potential. Maybe should have added different positions and addressed solutions to problems that develop related to your opponents defense.
Hard to armbar
The American Jiu Jitsu Guillotine System by Jake Shields
When you’re throwing the Heil ****** salute like Jake
Old has been…
The American Jiu Jitsu Guillotine System by Jake Shields
Why study mediocrity? There are so many better instructionals out there. Even on this site.
I want my money back!
The American Jiu Jitsu Guillotine System by Jake Shields
I followed the steps in this instructional and got armbarred, footlocked, guillotined and triangled 15 times in three minutes. It’s hard to perform the outlined steps while holding a **** salute. I want my 79 Detchmarks back!
****** instruction from ****** human being
The American Jiu Jitsu Guillotine System by Jake Shields
If you like to get BJJ techniques from 1938 **** Germany- this is the instruction for you! Enjoy!
**** - Jake Shields? :rofl:
American Jiu-Jitsu Unleashed: Back Attacks by Jake Shields
When there are so many instructionals out there , why would you waste your money on this talentless, washed out loser and a **** human being?
great bro science
Getting Swole As A Grappler by Gordon Ryan
Waste of time and money if you already have a basic understanding of lifting. I cant justify the the price other than his brand name but it's definitely a money grab of little substance taking advantage of fans.
Do not recommend. Developing a
The Running Man & The Baby Bridge: Essential Postures To Keep You Safe by Priit Mihkelson
Do not recommend. Developing a passive mindset.
Was Not Worth It
Getting Swole As A Grappler by Gordon Ryan
Much respect to Gordon Ryan but this was very superficial and had nothing to add unless you're someone who has never ever worked out or ever considered nutrition before. The workouts were ok but in some cases the camera angles were very poor and there was no explanation as to why, "why are we doing this particular move". The nutrition portion was worse. No information / details. What about the cutting portion? No information on how to cut weight in a healthy manner.
my least favorite wrestling dvd
Wrestling For BJJ by Hudson Taylor
I bought this years ago, the title is very misleading, this is a pure wrestling DVD not tailored to BJJ at all. I was very disappointed, in my opinion money is better spend somewhere else. I don t know anything about his new titles, those might be really good, but this one I even think the time to watch is wasted.
really awkward
Getting Swole As A Grappler by Gordon Ryan
This is almost entirely devoid of substance. long videos rambling about various fitness related topics. No structure to speak of. Not even a program to follow. Only BJJ Fanatics I returned.
Not that great.
The Winning Fundamentals Of MMA by Chael Sonnen
it's more Chael talking about ideas and not true study material.
Not satisfied
Worry Free Escapes by Dean Lister
I did not enjoy this video. 80% of this is leg escapes and the little bit of regular escapes seems like he just thought of an escape off the top of his head for the video. I will not be buying any thing else from this instructor. The instruction just seems sloppy.
don't waste money
Blue Belt Requirements 2.0 by Roy Dean
just go to the origninal website, literally costs half, don't waste your money
Bjj for the streets burton richardson
BJJ For The Street by Burton Richardson
Great instruction no b.s. clear and precise makes it easy for us white belts to understand . Best self defence system on planet Gracie jitsu. Bjj fanatics have some brilliant tutorials and top names. 5 stars fab. Learned loads Carl England
Response from BJJ FanaticsI think it was just one star. But thanks anyway :relaxed:️I'm still waiting for DVD
Yoga For Rocks by Sebastian Brosche
I ordered it before Black Friday, and I still haven't received the DVD. I've sent several emails, some ignored, and some responded to, but I'm still waiting.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:While I thought Craig Jones
Battle Tested Down Under Leglocks by Craig Jones
While I thought Craig Jones first DVD on leg locks was exceptional, this one has very few techniques, and it's not worth the money.
Response from BJJ Fanatics:hugging::+1::skin-tone-2:Hello
Closed Guard: BJJ Fundamentals - Go Further Faster by John Danaher
I bought this using Amazon. Haven’t received anything from anyone. Was charged. Reached out, and nobody responds to anything. But man, sure am getting spammed can someone respond?
Response from BJJ FanaticsHi sir. Can you email us at bjjsuperdeals@gmail.com? There we can help you better.never able to open
I bought this item twice, and have not been able to view either.
Response from BJJ FanaticsHi sir, can you email us to bjjsuperdeals@gmail.com to see what's going on? There we can help you better. Thanks!Didn't get the dvd
Foundations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu by Bernardo Faria
I email you few days ago about my dvd , i have paid 77 euro but got nothing in return. I didn't received the dvd. Do my rating is 1 start .
Response from BJJ FanaticsHi sir, can you email us at bjjsuperdeals@gmail.com? There we can help you much better.Aggressive Muay Thai Mastery by Rodtang Jitmuangnon
Aggressive Muay Thai Mastery by Rodtang Jitmuangnon
Its for experienced fighter not for beginner.
Too fast Not enough details
Mastering the Ankle and Aoki Lock by Jett Thompson
Content is good how ever each video is about 1 minute long. Only does the move once and does not go into deep details. Now I don't expect a John Danaher level explanation but a bit more for my money it feels like a reel type of tutorial not super happy about my purchase should have just saved up for a different tutorial. Now the content is good if you like fast paced explanations. Angles of video were not the best to comprehend the movements either.
Dave
The Half Guard Anthology by Lachlan Giles
Incredible contents
Top 10 dumbell movements
10 Top Dumbbell Movements by Jason Khalipa
Short instructional on functional dumbbell training. Professionally filmed.
Low Quality
The Art of The Wrist Lock by Roy Dean
This had some good information, but it was really just a hodgepodge of old videos thrown together. All of the videos here were clearly made before BJJFanatics.com even existed. The third of the four chapters was just footage of him teaching a random class and barely even covered any wrist locks. For anyone interested in wrist locks, this should NOT be the video series that you choose to spend your money on.
NOT THE BEST
The Fastest Way: To Develop An Unpassable Guard by John Danaher
A rehash of other instructional, just with far less content
Dissappointed...
The Tactical Guide To No Gi BJJ Escapes by Matheus Diniz
There were some stuff that were worth it and I added to my escapes but for the most part, the information is really basic fundamentals you could find for free online. Would not recommend.
Dissappointend...
The Tactical Guide To No Gi BJJ Escapes by Matheus Diniz
The instructional is too expensive for the basic information it provides. It is not a bad instructional (I got quite a few new stuff to use) but most of the content is well-known even common sense to the point where there are other better free sources.
nxncnd
The Running Man & The Baby Bridge: Essential Postures To Keep You Safe by Priit Mihkelson
mxnxnxnxx
このアプリ
Lapel Chokes From Everywhere by Miko Hytonen
起動がおっそい ミコハイトネンの技術は素晴らしい
I Didn't Like It
Pass & Trap Kimura Control by Haisam Rida
Haisam knows what he's talking about and he's no doubt a phenomenal fighter. I just didn't like this instructional. I feel like it lacks depth. Haisam basically talks about how he passes the guard and converts it immediately to a kimura trap. This is fine and that's the title of the video. However, I feel like the instructions were vague and there wasn't nearly enough on what he does AFTER he gets the kimura trap. I could just be that I didn't like the topic specifically. Pass and trap is too narrow. I'd rather see a wide variety of ways to hunt for kimuras.
demora para carregar conteudo
The Coyote Half Guard by Lucas Leite
o conteúdo do Professor Lucas Leite é incrível, mas desanima de assistir por causa da demora para carregar o conteúdo pelo BJJ Fanatics. Toda hora fica travando para carregar!
Limited
High Percentage Gi Passes by Gordon Ryan
Decent introduction into some intro level passing
I got lost from the road..
The Road To Blue Belt by Travis Lutter
Could have used alot more depth and detail to these techniques.
very good instruction
Kimura System by Marcelo Cohen
very good instructional
Disappointed
Getting Swole As A Grappler by Gordon Ryan
I expected much more. Lack of details (especially about nutrition), too expensive for this content.
Great techniques, Alot of fluff
The Complete Lasso Guard System by Marcos Tinoco
techniques are good but there is so much unecessary description, its hard to see the move fully through. this could have been 45 min long.
not for experienced strikers
How To Fight and Defeat Southpaws by Teddy Atlas
this is not for a person who has a strong background in striking. Could be a good starting point for a beginner coach.