Omoplata from Closed Guard
Used when the opponent stands up from closed guard. The mechanism relies on controlling the sleeve with two hands to isolate the arm while an underhook prevents posture, allowing rotation of the shoulder.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Establish a sleeve grip and a collar grip from closed guard.0:00
- 2Switch hands to create a two-on-one grip on the sleeve.0:08
- 3Secure an underhook on the same side as the controlled sleeve.0:09
- 4Push the sleeve toward your body while rotating your hips.0:21
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