ZenCub
EscapeSide ControlIntermediate

Scarf Hold & Headlock Defense

Defend against scarf hold by treating it as a headlock. Frame the arm from behind, reinforce with your other hand, shrimp away, and drive or take the leg over the head.

youtube·7:009:00·Knight Jiu-Jitsu

4 steps

· save to drill into each
  1. 1Take the opponent's arm from behind and frame against their body.7:32
  2. 2Grab your wrist to reinforce the frame and get up on your side.7:54
  3. 3Shrimp away and push or drive to create space.8:01
  4. 4Take the back leg over their head to stabilize, then clear the leg.8:12
Save this technique to your library
Your first 5 saves are free. No card to sign up.

From the source video

Jiu-Jitsu Escapes | Ways Out of Side Control, Scarf & Knee on Belly
Jiu-Jitsu Escapes | Ways Out of Side Control, Scarf & Knee on Belly
Knight Jiu-Jitsu
Full video breakdown on ZenCub →

Related techniques

Meet ZenCub
You watched it. You got it.
Then the round started — and you forgot it.
Watching isn't remembering.
Paste any BJJ video. Get a full breakdown — overview, numbered steps, timestamps — ready before you roll.Your first 5 saves are free.

Frequently asked

New accounts get 5 free credits — enough to save 5 videos to your library. No credit card to sign up. After that, save packs start at $1.99 for 5 more saves.
Already have an account? Sign in