Side Control Escape — Head Frame Entry
Used when the opponent's head is tight or buried, blocking hip frames. The mechanism involves pummeling under the neck to create a head frame, which neutralizes their pressure and opens space for guard recovery.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Pummel your forearm under the opponent's neck, gripping the scapula.4:49
- 2Flare your elbow up towards the roof and apply downward pressure.4:57
- 3Bring your knee inside the elbow frame and place weight on the opponent.5:56
- 4Pummle your hand to the inside and open the opponent's elbow to free your head.6:09
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