Knee on Belly β Pivot to Side Mount
Used when the opponent is actively pushing against your knee. By pivoting the base knee and stepping back, you transition to side mount or cross-face side control to maintain dominance.
3 steps
Β· save to drill into each- 1Bring the knee close to the opponent's arm/chest and pivot the base knee to the same side.1:08
- 2Step back with the base leg to take side mount.1:22
- 3If the opponent pushes against your knee, drop your hips immediately.1:43
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