3 Part Technique - Use a strong bridge to try and escape the Side Control first. If the opponent counters by switching his base, you can rock your legs and use momentum to Sit Up. Now, you cannot gain the momentum to get on top, so the...

2 Part Technique - 2 common situations to getting the Seatbelt Control Position is from Taking the Back off of a Sprawl when an opponent shoots or Stack Passing and the opponent exposes their back. Once in the Seatbelt Control Position...

2 Part Technique - The opponent may try to grab the inside of your pants, so quickly break the grips before they can establish a full control. Now, immediately control the Collar and Elbow and kick the bottom leg out to complete the sw...

2 Part Technique - Hand fight to get the opponent's hands away from their feet. Now, jump and sit on top of the feet to hold them together. Push a knee on top of the other and land your hips on the opponent's thighs. Keep the opponent ...

4 Part Technique - A great series of beginner techniques. HipThrow to Armbar, Side Control to Mount, Armbar and American from Mount, and Back Control to Rear Naked Choke.

2 Part Technique - If the opponent is able to pass your legs, immediately post with your arms to prevent Side Control. Switch to your opponent's elbow and cross his arm to work the Elbow Push vs Side Control.

2 Part Technique - Sometimes your opponent may try to escape the mount by turning, but will expose his back in the process. The Seat Belt Control is the most important aspect to maintaining Back Control, so immediately secure it to est...

2 Part Technique - Control inside the opponent's arms to protect your legs when you stand to break the closed guard. If you get caught in Half Guard when Circling to Pass, use the Over Under Pass vs Half Guard. The Over Under Pass is t...

2 Part Technique - Transition yourself into Side Control to escape the North South position. It's easier to escape using the Elbow Push Escape vs Side Control, than attempting something else from North South. Hide your arm away from th...

2 Part Technique - Create the habit of finishing with a submission after scoring, because you are unaware of how long you can hold the position. The best submission from the back is the Rear Naked Choke. Always force the opponent in Se...

2 Part Technique - The Seat Belt Control is the most important technique in controlling the back. Use your knee as a wedge to tilt the opponent to his side and place your hooks for complete Back Control. If the opponent escapes by pres...

3 Part Technique - It is essential for the opponent's back to be on the mat before passing, so force Over Under Control to establish this. Pull the Over Hook high to create the space needed for your knee. Use your knee to press down on...

2 Part Technique - After losing the battle for grips and control from standing, a savvy opponent will initiate a takedown attempt to capitalize on your shortcoming. Divert his momentum toward the mat with a sprawl, keeping your hips he...