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The first component of the Masterclass introduces and profiles the 2x black belt world champion. The exclusive interviews and behind the scenes content allows you to get to know Tainan better and what has shaped him into the champion that he is today.

01 / Stepping on the Knee

02 / Stepping on the Hip

03 / Collar & Pants

04 / Hooking the Far Leg

05 / De La Riva Underhook

06 / Underhook with Lapel

07 / Overhook with Lapel

08 / De La Riva & Belt Grip

09 / De La Riva Shin-to-Shin

10 / C Grip on the Wrist

11 / Collar & Far Pants

12 / K Guard

13 / Butterfly Hook

14 / RDLR Shin-to-Shin

In this section, Tainan Dalpra studies different grips and leg positions to use for controlling the X Guard. He also provides insight and details based on the situation or opponent's reaction.

Tainan provides seven of his favorite options to sweep with from the X Guard position. Throughout the section he also shares experiences and insight on what the opponent will be attempting to do based on the grips and scenario.

In this section, Tainan shows how to use the X guard position to transition to the opponent's back with four different techniques.

01 / Triangle from X Guard

02 / Triangle from K Guard

03 / Triangle from Tripod

04 / Bellydown Armbar

05 / Toehold Variation 01

06 / Toehold Variation 02

07 / One Handed Toehold

08 / Toehold to Knee Bar

01 / Worlds 2022 vs Andy Murasaki

02 / Pan Ams 2022 vs Ronaldo Jr

03 / Pan Ams 2022 vs Roberto Jimenez

04 / Worlds 2021 vs Ronaldo Jr

05 / Worlds 2022 vs Pedro Maia

06 / Worlds 2021 vs Jefferson Guaresi

07 / Grand Prix vs Renato Canuto

08 / Dallas Open vs Michael Liera Jr

09 / Orlando Open vs Jefferson Guaresi

10 / Worlds 2017 (Juvenile Blue Belt)

The final component includes more than 15 minutes of Tainan using the X guard during rounds of sparring. The 33 unique sequences showcase the techniques taught in the previous components being used during live action.