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Side Control Submission- Kimura

Side Control Submission- Kimura

A look at the Kimura from Side Control. This is a very common submission that is used from a lot of different positions but some positions are a little more difficult than others. I personally find [...]

Side Control Reversal- Shrimp Follow Reverse

Side Control Reversal- Shrimp Follow Reverse

This reversal is a great option for when your opponent is staying VERY tight and has his hand placed next to your hip so that recomposing Guard is not an option. This is a very high [...]

Mount Transition- Mount to Side Control 2

Mount Transition- Mount to Side Control 2

This video provides another option going from the Mount position to Side Control. There are many reasons that you would make this transition. Sometimes your opponent is to large and your knees dont touch the floor [...]

Side Control Theory and Side Control Submission- Paper Cutter

Side Control Theory and Side Control Submission- Paper Cutter

Moving into the Side Control position I briefly discuss the different type of hand grips and body positions in Side Control. I then explain how to get into the “one pec theory” position and how to [...]

Side Control Escape- Hand Spear Leg Tackle

Side Control Escape- Hand Spear Leg Tackle

A basic side control escape that focuses on the fundamentals (body angle, hand placement and hip movement). I personally believe that there is no better place for the hand then in the underhook position. If you [...]

Side Control Submission: Key Lock

Side Control Submission: Key Lock

Another look at the Key Lock or Americana but this time from Side Control. Like the last time that I showed this technique the setup is not important (although this setup is much better than the [...]

Side Control Submission: Arm Triangle

Side Control Submission: Arm Triangle

In this video I show an alternate setup for the Arm Triangle. Everything about the submission is the same but requires a little more control over your body and a smoother transition between Side Control on [...]

Side Control Escape: Pummel to Back

Side Control Escape: Pummel to Back

Another option from Side Control where your opponent is to tight for you to enter with the pummel. This is my go to escape and I have a lot of success with this. Remember that when [...]