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EscapeSide ControlFundamental

Side Control Escape to Side Guard

Escape side control by inserting the knee into the opponent's hip and connecting it to the elbow to form a side guard frame, then fighting for inside position to neutralize their pressure.

youtube·1:425:30·Gordon Ryan

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  1. 1Place your knee directly on your partner's hip.2:18
  2. 2Invert your knee so your foot is higher than your knee.2:56
  3. 3Walk away with the opposite foot and kip the knee and elbow together.3:11
  4. 4Post your foot on the opponent's ankle and push with legs and hands.3:34
  5. 5Bring your hand to the inside and get your head under their chest.5:08
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Side Control Escapes with Gordon Ryan
Side Control Escapes with Gordon Ryan
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