Low Mount Control
Establish low mount with chest connection and arm positioning to prevent escapes and maintain control.
8 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Slide your chest down low and round your back to connect your chest to the opponent1:30
- 2Pin the opponent's shoulder blade by steering your chest weight to the side they try to turn1:41
- 3Place your left hand wide out for balance and to block the kipping escape2:04
- 4Open your knees wide to catch balance and prevent bridge and roll escapes2:23
- 5Slide your shoulder under the opponent's chin to drive your hip towards their hip2:42
- 6If opponent gets side position, bring your heel up and shoot your left knee under their shoulder3:45
- 7Control opponent's sleeve, feed it to your other hand, and grab the elbow to pull them back flat3:58
- 8Keep the flat of your instep on the mat to prevent opponent from hooking your foot into half guard4:18
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