BJJ Training: Juji Gatame Problems by John Danaher

Overview

John Danaher analyzes the three central problems of executing Juji Gatame (armbar) from the bottom position: posture control, stacking, and the opponent pulling the arm away. He explains how to use collar ties and top-lock guard to manage posture, how to sweep or roll out of stacks by manipulating the base of support, and how to pivot off the shoulder to secure the arm during the transition. He also offers a contingency for strong opponents by attacking the legs.

What's covered

1. 0:00The Three Central Problems of Juji Gatame
2. 2:30Solving the Posture Problem
3. 7:40Escaping the Stack
4. 11:30Preventing the Pull-Away and Leg Attack Contingency

Techniques in this video

1. 01
   Juji Gatame — Sweep Out of Stack

   8:00 – 10:10·Guard·Sweep
2. 02
   Juji Gatame — Top-Lock Guard Entry

   2:50 – 6:20·Guard·Submission

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