If you’ve trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for more than a week, you’ve probably heard a coach yell, “Never turn your back!” It’s a golden rule for beginners. But as you progress, you’ll notice that black belts do turn away—strategically.
The turtle position is not a defensive dead-end. It’s a dynamic, offensive hub. That’s the core philosophy behind the BJJ Fanatics DVD Tactical Turtle . BJJ Fanatics - Tactical Turtle
The best grapplers in the world—from Eduardo Telles to Tainan Dalpra—use the turtle not because they’re losing, but because they’re setting traps. This DVD turns a position most people fear into a systematic, repeatable scoring position. If you’ve trained Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for more than
Pick one move—the Fat Man Roll or the Granby—and drill it 50 times on each side. Then, in your next roll, intentionally pull turtle. See what happens. You might just surprise yourself. Have you used the turtle as an offensive position? What’s your go-to move? Let me know in the comments below. It’s a dynamic, offensive hub
Why the Turtle Isn’t a Defeat: A Guide to BJJ Fanatics’ Tactical Turtle