Giancarlo Bodoni FREE Videos & Techniques — Curated BJJ
Giancarlo Bodoni is a no‑gi BJJ world champ known for ruthless back attacks, leg entanglements, and pressure passing—and this page curates his best free videos so you can study his system fast. Browse hand‑picked clips, breakdowns, and short lessons on body‑triangle finishes, rear naked choke mechanics, K‑guard to saddle, knee‑cut and body‑lock passing, front headlock/d’arce chains, and ADCC‑style wrestling entries. Compare Bodoni’s teaching with related systems from Gordon Ryan, John Danaher, and New Wave teammates, plus gi‑applicable variations where relevant. Every video is selected for clarity, sequencing, and training value so you can quickly test details, drill progressions, and plug holes in your game. Keep scrolling, watch the breakdowns, and level up with Bodoni’s proven competition blueprint. Read the full Giancarlo Bodoni profile.
Giancarlo Bodoni Transitions (14 Videos)
Essential Connections Bundle by Giancarlo Bodoni
$677.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video is a compilation of four instructionals by Giancarlo Bodoni, teaching various techniques for transitions, pinning, submission, and guard passing. The first part focuses on chest to chest submissions and pin transitions. The second part is dedicated to chest to chest half guard passing. The third and the fourth part are designed to improve the ability to take the back from different angles and defeat opponents from the front headlock position. Each part contains multiple techniques and strategies for each scenario.
See the Back Take The Back: Guard Passes To Back Takes by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This instructional video features 2x ADCC champion Giancarlo Bodoni teaching how to transition from a guard pass to a back take. Bodoni, a standout of the renowned Danaher system, breaks down his unique pathways for forcing his opponent's reactions, dominating transitions, and converting guard passes into high-percentage back takes. He details the techniques and conceptual frameworks he applies, showing how once the guard pass begins, a competent practitioner can seamlessly transition into a back take.
Giancarlo Bodoni Concepts/Strategy (11 Videos)
Giancarlo Bodoni Submissions (10 Videos)
Submission Mastery: Omoplata by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video features instructor Giancarlo Bodoni sharing his knowledge on the Omoplata submission. The content covers elite-level mechanics, control techniques, and a variety of finishing options. This tutorial is applicable to both competitive and recreational practitioners of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and is designed for a modern no-gi application. This instructional video aims to redefine the viewer's perception and strategy for applying the Omoplata submission approach in their no-gi game.
Giancarlo Bodoni Guard Retention (1 Videos)
Forging The Guards Bundle: The De La Riva Guards by Giancarlo Bodoni
$327.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video presents a comprehensive bundle of two instructional series on the De La Riva Guard and Reverse De La Riva Guard, taught by the 2x ADCC Champion, Giancarlo Bodoni. It promises to enhance your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard game by unlocking the secrets of these guard positions. Giancarlo offers his technical expertise, honed under the guidance of legendary coach John Danaher. The bundle is a cost-effective package offering useful techniques for both offensive and defensive guard play.
Giancarlo Bodoni Takedowns/Stand‑Up (9 Videos)
Giancarlo Bodoni Guard Passing (7 Videos)
Essential Connections: Chest To Chest Half Guard Passing by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
Giancarlo Bodoni, an ADCC 2022 breakout star, breaks down an effective way to pass the half guard using a chest-to-chest connection. Bodoni delves into how to gain better control over an opponent using upper body grips while simultaneously pummeling the legs. He also discusses how to navigate common challenges related to half guard passing such as dealing with knee shields, underhook half guard, half butterfly, and deep half. Bodoni's method is aimed towards establishing and maintaining powerful control to help prevent an opponent from regaining their guard.
Giancarlo Bodoni Leg Locks (4 Videos)
Forging The Guard: Mastering The Foundations of Ashi Garami by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video is an instructional guide by ADCC Champion, Giancaro Bodoni, focusing on mastering the foundations of Ashi Garami. He provides a step-by-step approach on mastering the basics, controlling the positions, maintaining control over the opponent, and implementing attacks including sweeps and submissions. Notably known for his guard game during competitions, Bodoni shares techniques and concepts that have made him a successful guard player. He attributes his expertise to training under 6x Black Belt World Champion, Lucas Lepri, and renowned instructor, John Danaher.
Countering Leglocks by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
In this video, ADCC Champion Giancarlo Bodoni teaches a 4-part system for leg lock defense. He covers a systematic approach for better control from the top position, progressing to dominant positions, and executing powerful submissions. He also delves into overlooked details of control with the reverse collar tie, shin pin, and hip posts. Furthermore, Giancarlo provides strategies to force back exposure and counter the kipping escape.
Giancarlo Bodoni Positional Control (4 Videos)
Essential Connections: Chest To Back - In Front of the Elbows by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video features 2022 ADCC World Champion, Giancarlo Bodoni, teaching how to dominate and control in position by mastering front headlock control. The tutorial highlights powerful submissions, takedown techniques that are associated with the front headlock position. Giancarlo demonstrates various setups and entries into the front headlock from standing or grounded positions. He also provides guidance on how to maintain control by getting behind an opponent and putting them to a hip for quick and easy back takes.
Essential Connections: Chest To Back - Behind The Elbows by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video is an 8-part series hosted by Giancarlo Bodoni, the winner of the 2022 ADCC World Championship. It instructs on how to transform the game by controlling, dominating, and submitting the opponent from the rear mount. The series focuses primarily on securing hooks against an opponent in a turtle position, anticipating opponents' escape attempts, as well as setting up highly effective strangles and joint locks from the back. The techniques shared can help one create more opportunities to take the opponent's back, hold them down and dominate the fight using chest to back positioning.
Giancarlo Bodoni Escapes (6 Videos)
Giancarlo Bodoni Survival/Defense (4 Videos)
Giancarlo Bodoni Sweeps (2 Videos)
Forging the Guard: Wrestle Ups by Giancarlo Bodoni
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
In this video, BJJ professional Giancarlo Bodoni teaches how to effectively use wrestle ups from guard positions for powerful sweeps and takedowns. He demonstrates how to integrate them with different traditional BJJ guard positions like butterfly, shin-on-shin, reverse de la Riva, or half guard. The emphasis is placed on using precision, timing, and structure rather than strength. The video is aimed at improving the no-gi game of the viewer.