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Omoplata from Spider Guard

Attack the Omoplata by kicking your leg through the gap between the opponent's elbow and ribs. This grip-breaking method is superior to kicking wide because it prevents the opponent from tightening their elbow.

youtube·5:107:25·JonThomasBJJ

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  1. 1Identify the gap between the opponent's elbow and ribs.5:31
  2. 2Kick your leg through the gap without over-kicking.6:20
  3. 3Position your knee above the opponent's elbow/tricep.6:47
  4. 4Push the opponent's wrist towards your pocket.7:10
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Spider Guard- Setups and Attacks Part 1 and competition footage
Spider Guard- Setups and Attacks Part 1 and competition footage
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