Master The Move The Shoulder Crunch Series by John Danaher
Learn The Shoulder Crunch System That John Danaher’s Elite Students Use To Break Through Modern No-Gi Guards & Control Opponents Like Never Before
John Danaher-widely considered the most influential mind in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — returns with a comprehensive instructional focused entirely on one of the most underutilized yet highly effective positions in No-Gi: The Shoulder Crunch.
This position has become a staple in the arsenal of Danaher’s most successful students, including Gordon Ryan and Giancarlo Bodoni, for its ability to shut down modern pressure passing, neutralize resistance, and launch devastating attacks.
Whether you’re aiming to submit, sweep, take the back, or enter the legs, the shoulder crunch gives you options and dilemmas that your opponents will struggle to solve.
Danaher breaks down every layer of the position in his signature step-by-step style, teaching you how to gain control, stay safe, and build toward dominant finishes — all while placing your opponent under relentless pressure.
What will You Learn?
Learn The Shoulder Crunch System That John Danaher’s Elite Students Use To Break Through Modern No-Gi Guards & Control Opponents Like Never Before
John Danaher — widely considered the most influential mind in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — returns with a comprehensive instructional focused entirely on one of the most underutilized yet highly effective positions in No-Gi: The Shoulder Crunch.
This position has become a staple in the arsenal of Danaher’s most successful students, including Gordon Ryan and Giancarlo Bodoni, for its ability to shut down modern pressure passing, neutralize resistance, and launch devastating attacks. Whether you’re aiming to submit, sweep, take the back, or enter the legs, the shoulder crunch gives you options and dilemmas that your opponents will struggle to solve.
Danaher breaks down every layer of the position in his signature step-by-step style, teaching you how to gain control, stay safe, and build toward dominant finishes — all while placing your opponent under relentless pressure.
What You’ll Learn:
How the shoulder crunch neutralizes smash passes, knee cuts, and modern pressure-based passing
Key mechanics for securing, maintaining, and advancing from the shoulder crunch position
Seamless transitions to submissions, including armlocks, triangles, and guillotines
Sweeps and reversals that force your opponent to choose between bad and worse
Entries into powerful lower body attacks directly from shoulder crunch grips
Back takes and control strategies used by Danaher’s elite students at the highest levels
How to turn the shoulder crunch into a dilemma machine that traps even experienced opponents
Why This Series is a Must-Have:
Learn from BJJ’s most respected coach, John Danaher
Systematize your guard game around a control-based position with endless options
Dominate No-Gi matches with one of the most versatile and high-percentage positions in modern grappling
Study the same techniques used by champions like Gordon Ryan and Giancarlo Bodoni
Perfect for both competitors and hobbyists looking to level up control, submissions, and tactical decision-making
This isn’t just another instructional — it’s a complete system designed by the greatest mind in jiu-jitsu to help you Master the Move and control the pace of any No-Gi exchange.
What Exactly do You Get?
Part 1
Introduction
Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi: Order Of Operations - From Seated Position, Establish A Grip That Allows You To Get Your Opponent's Hand To The Floor And Gain An Underhook
Part 2
Key Details Of Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi - High Elbow Shoulder To Shoulder
The Single Biggest Mistake That People Make With The Shoulder Crunch Grip
Removing The Posts
Forward Shift At An Angle To Prevent Pull Outs
Part 3
Shifting Your Opponent Off The Centerline
How To Push On Your Opponent's Leg
The Crucial Use Of The Feet In Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi
Switching Side To Side
Part 4
Troubleshooting Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi - The Single Biggest Weak Point Of The Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi And How To Overcome It
Question: If The Pinch Headlock Is So Strong, Why Don't We Just Stay With That As Our Sweeping Grip
A 3rd Grip Related To The Shoulder Crunch: The High Lock
The Theory Of Closed Grips From Guard Position
The First Step Of The Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi Series: Getting The Hand To The Floor
The 2 Stage Method Of Getting The Hand To The Floor
Part 5
The 2 Most Common Defenses To Shoulder Crunch Sumi Gaeshi And How To Overcome Them - 1. The Elbow Slip
2. The Rock Back - Opponent Rocks Back On Knees - Triangle
Ude Gatame (Straight Arm Lock)
Juji Gatame
Hiza Guruma
Part 6
Opponent On Posted Leg Or Standing - Ashi Garami To Outside Heel Hook
Ashi Garami To Kani Basami
Ashi Garami To Sweep Into Heel Hooks
Ankle Pick Cross Ashi
Part 7
The Pinch Headlock Series - Hiza Guruma When Your Opponent Is On 2 Knees
Elbow On The Floor Pinch Headlock Sumi Gaeshi
Hand On The Floor Classic Sumi Gaeshi
Ude Gatame From Pinch Headlock
Pinch Headlock To Tight Waist Series
Part 8
The High Lock Series - Sumi Gaeshi From High Lock
High Lock Into Standing Body Lock
Putting It All Together
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Format file 8x MP4 FHD 1080p
duration 4 hours 24 minutes
release 07 August 2025
Master The Move The Shoulder Crunch Series by John Danaher
Master The Move The Shoulder Crunch Series by John Danaher
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