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New Wave Jiu Jitsu: Mounted Pin Attacks - The 4x4 Mount System by John Danaher

Control, isolate, and finish — build the ultimate mount system.
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  • Solve the central problems of the mounted position with Professor John Danaher’s 4x4 system for establishing control and setting up submissions
  • Learn the best submission holds to apply from mount, including the arm triangle, juji gatame, mounted triangle, and more
  • Use this 4-step method to win from mount, including some of John’s favorite methods for gripping and hand fighting to control the grappling exchanges
  • Shut down escapes and troubleshoot the 4x4 system with John’s advice on where you are likely to see problems and how you can solve these issues
  • See all the best ways to establish control and stabilize position as you work your way through for increased dominance against the bottom player
  • Professor John Danaher has taught grappling and combat superstars like Gordon Ryan, Georges St. Pierre, Garry Tonon, and many more throughout his illustrious coaching career - with remarkable success with students of all levels of experience and athleticism
  • Know more. Win more.
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Course Content

Volume 1

10 Lessons
Introduction
0:00 - 6:59
The Central Problem of Pinning in Submission Grappling - The 5 Pins of Jiu-Jitsu
6:59 - 19:56
The Mechanics of Pinning
19:56 - 29:13
The 2 Big Themes of New Wave Pinning
29:13 - 40:38
Converting Pins to Submissions - The 2 Keys of Conversion
40:38 - 46:04
Elbow Penetration
46:04 - 51:18
My Favorite Philosophy of Pinning: Legs vs Upper Body
51:18 - 56:24
The Mounted Position - Reflections on the Mounted Position for Grappling
56:24 - 1:02:58
The Single Greatest Advantage of the Mounted Position Over Other Pins
1:02:58 - 1:11:50
The First Skill of the Mounted Position: Getting Mounted - The Central Problems of the Mounted Position
1:11:50 +

Volume 2

7 Lessons
Getting Mounted - The Knee Drive Method
0:00 - 17:17
Knee Drive Method Part 2
17:17 - 25:15
Stepover Method
25:15 - 38:18
Double Underhooks Method
38:18 - 48:01
The Second Skill of Getting Mounted: Mount Retention - Multiple mounts Outperform Any Single Mount
48:01 - 1:21:21
The Crucial Relationship Between Half Guard Passing and Mounted Position
1:21:21 - 1:37:56
The Third Skill of Mounted Position: Winning the Battle of the Elbow - In Jiu Jitsu: Extension is Weakness
1:37:56 +

Volume 3

13 Lessons
The 4×4 Mount System: A 4 Step Program to Win From Mounted Position - Step 1: Getting to an Underhook - The Cross Wrist Method
0:00 - 8:33
The Half Hand Grip
8:33 - 18:07
Establish Underhook From Half Guard
18:07 - 23:18
Establish the Underhook as You Mount From Side Control
23:18 - 29:52
Give a Little to Gain a Lot
29:52 - 38:35
Penetrate Opposite Elbow
38:35 - 43:44
Midirectional Underhook
43:44 - 46:59
Wrist vs Elbow Method
46:59 - 55:11
Step 2: Elbow Separation Over the Shoulder Line - The Ratchet Method
55:11 - 1:09:48
Step 3: Establishing the 4 Control Grips of the Mounted Position - The Single Chest Wrap
1:09:48 - 1:23:28
The Far Trap Underhook
1:23:28 - 1:28:41
Double Chest Wrap
1:28:41 - 1:35:17
Arm Wrap/Figure 4 Arm Wrap
1:35:17 +

Volume 4

7 Lessons
Step 4: The 4 Submissions of the 4×4 System - Kata Gatame (Arm Triangle) - Begin With Kata Gatame
0:00 - 3:19
Entering Kata Gatame From the Single Chest Wrap
3:19 - 10:38
The Mechanics of Kata Gatame
10:38 - 29:51
Improving Your Kata Gatame Mechanics With the Pump Flex (Lifting the Head to Attack)
29:51 - 39:17
Bulldozing Through Your Opponent's Defenses
39:17 - 50:21
Recovery From a Failed Kata Gatame
50:21 - 58:27
Timing the Dismount From Mount to Side
58:27 +

Volume 5

11 Lessons
Rear Strangle - Far Trap Underhook Transition to Rear Mount
0:00 - 12:06
The Importance of Lifting the Head When Transitioning to Rear Mount
12:06 - 17:47
Lower Body Controls From Rear Mount
17:47 - 28:28
Upper Body Controls
28:28 - 37:15
The Number One Back Submission Sequence
37:15 - 52:16
Strangling With the Legs From the Back
52:16 - 1:07:23
Front Strangle/Rear Strangle Dilemma
1:07:23 - 1:17:00
Juji Gatame (Arm Bar) - The Double Arm Wrap is the Best Setup for Mounted Juji Gatame
1:17:00 - 1:30:08
Lifting the Head for Better Entries
1:30:08 - 1:37:05
Special Study of Juji Gatame
1:37:05 - 1:50:34
The Right Right Right Rule
1:50:34 +

Volume 6

7 Lessons
Magnum Finishes - Pushing Finish
0:00 - 4:58
Lat Grip
4:58 - 8:07
Multiple Juji Gatame Configurations
8:07 - 26:56
Juji Through 360 Degrees
26:56 - 37:06
Mounted Triangle - General Reflections on the Mounted Triangle
37:06 - 43:15
The Single Chest Wrap is the Best Setup for Mounted Triangles
43:15 - 50:48
The Great Dichotomy in Mounted Triangle Attacks: Stepover Methods vs Knee Slide Methods
50:48 +

Volume 7

13 Lessons
The 4 Keys to a Strong Mounted Triangle - 1. Hand Assist
0:00 - 4:30
2. Forward Bias
4:30 - 7:46
3. Get Your Opponent's Head Off the Mat - Twice
7:46 - 10:37
4. The Rules of Risk
10:37 - 21:49
Push Down Stepover Method
21:49 - 35:15
Push Out Stepover Method
35:15 - 46:12
Knee Slide Shoulder Drop Method
46:12 - 59:02
Pivot Knee Slide Method (My Favorite)
59:02 - 1:09:58
Mounted Head and Arm
1:09:58 - 1:18:32
Mounted Head and Arm Part 2
1:18:32 - 1:27:21
Placido's Revenge
1:27:21 - 1:31:33
Arm Wrap to Mounted Triangle
1:31:33 - 1:38:10
Lat 3/4 Juji Gatame (Arm Bar)
1:38:10 +

Volume 8

4 Lessons
Overcoming Failure in the 4 Step System - First Failure: You Can't Get the Elbow Over the Shoulder Line
0:00 - 11:45
Second Form of Failure: You Can't Get an Underhook
11:45 - 22:16
Final Overview of the 4×4 Mount System
22:16 - 34:21
The Deepest Theme of This Video Which Will Change Your Outlook on Grappling Pins
34:21 +

What Will You Learn?

????️ New Wave Jiu Jitsu: Mounted Pin Attacks – The 4×4 Mount System
A comprehensive, position-focused blueprint for dominating the mount—built on four mount pin types and four attack chains that flow under pressure.

???? Course Overview

John Danaher presents “mount” not just as a controlling position but as a dynamic launchpad for relentless offense. His 4×4 Mount System breaks the position into four distinct pin structures and corresponding attack pathways—enabling you to stay dominant, adaptable, and decisive from the top. Each pin integrates seamlessly with specific submissions, transitions, and control refinements.

???? What You’ll Learn

  • 1. Mount Pin Fundamentals
    Four mounting frameworks: classic S-mount, high mount, cross-facing, and knee-mount—each with unique control nuances.
    Pressure flow adjustments based on opponent reactions and escape attempts.
    Entry details from guard-pass and mount-escape recovery scenarios.
  • 2. Attack Chains & Submission Pathways
    S-Mount attacks: armbar, shoulder crank, and reverse-armbar transitions.
    High-Mount control: mounted triangle, mounted gogoplata, and catch-and-stack variations.
    Cross-Face entry options: Americana, kimura, and cross-face-based chokes.
    Knee-Mount setups: crucifix entry, kneebar sequences, and transition into back take.
  • 3. Position-to-Position Flow
    Technical transitions between mount variations to maintain control and avoid escape.
    Flow drilling from one mount pin to another depending on opponent reaction.
    “Live pins” approach: small flow-based sparring zones focused on mount retention and submission chaining.
  • 4. Escape Triggers & Counter Positioning
    How to preemptively stop opponent escapes like bridging, hip escape, or turtle rolls.
    Use of chest pressure, knee wedges, and underhook effectiveness to maintain mount.
    Restoration of position using post, shrimp, and re-mount tactics.

???? Who This Course Is For

Ideal for grapplers who want to take mount from static control to relentless positional offense; build structured flow drills that chain pressure, pin, and submissions; learn how to maintain dominance under mounting resistance; and prepare for competition or high-pressure rolls with systematic mount maintenance.

✅ Key Benefits

  • Mount as Offense
    Transforms mount into a proactive finishing platform, not just a static hold.
  • Structured Flow System
    4×4 matrix gives clear decision maps based on opponent behavior.
  • Drillable & Live-Tested
    Ideal for partner drills and rolling with real mounting resistance.
  • Pressure-Proofed Details
    Matches Danaher’s principles of structure, timing, and adaptability under physical stress.
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