6 Submission Attacks From the Top By Gracie Barra Black Belts

Last week Gracie Barra Blog showed 5 videos on how to pass various types of the guard. 

Now that you have gained top control, the question becomes: How do you attack? This week, Gracie Barra brings you 6 Submission Attacks from top control.

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1) Double Attack from the Mount with Prof. Philipe Della Monica

The mount is the most dominant top position in jiu-jistu. Combine your attacks to keep your opponent guessing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGU53-rPAMQ

2) 2 Lapel Chokes From Side Mount Control

Side control is a stable position to control your opponent and apply heavy top pressure.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MvjYq8hIpY

3) A tricky leg submission from side mount

Opponent defending your attempt to mount? Catch them with this leg attack that they won’t see (figuratively and literally!) coming.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF23Neswp18

4) Prof. Marcos Perez Teaches Triangle Attack from Side Mount 
* This is a GREAT triangle variation for students with shorter legs!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1jkher2Pog

5) Professor Marcelo Rezende attacks with a surprise armlock from Side Control

This variation of arm / shoulder lock is known as “waki gatame” in judo and is usually performed standing in a self defense situation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTqZwD4xHjw

6) Professor Flavio Almeida shows how to attack the Arm Triangle in transition 

Can you submit your opponent from half mount? Flavio Almeida shows how with a choke that is effective with or without the kimono.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGc5UZ1jrlY

read also: Specific Training: A Great Training Method

Credits: Mark Mullen 
Gracie Barra Black belt based in Saigon, Vietnam
Twitter: @MarkMullenBJJ