Omoplata from Top Side Control
Used when the opponent frames or attempts to recover guard from side control. The mechanism relies on pinning the opponent's arm with hip pressure to eliminate framing space, then walking out to isolate the shoulder in a direction that prevents front-roll escapes.
7 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Stabilize top side control and shift hips to pin the opponent's upper body.0:45
- 2Back-step over the opponent's near arm, sitting your hip directly on top of it.1:48
- 3Control the opponent's wrist or sleeve with your hand and pull their arm up.2:10
- 4Slide your leg under the opponent's arm and push their hand against their own body.2:15
- 5Move your elbow to the opposite side of the opponent's head and lock the position.2:26
- 6Walk your legs out in a circular motion while maintaining pressure on the shoulder.2:53
- 7Hug the opponent's far side and lift your hips to finish the submission.5:53
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