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.
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