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How To Escape A Heavy Side Control | Jiu-Jitsu Escapes

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Overview

This instructional video demonstrates two systematic escapes from heavy side control, progressing from a standard guard replacement to a complex ankle-trap scoot for heavily pinned positions. The instructor emphasizes creating and filling space in body wedges, adapting to opponent reactions, and avoiding energetic overcommitment to a single escape route.

What's covered

  1. 0:00Basic Guard Replacement Setup
  2. 3:10Heavy Condition Escape Mechanics
  3. 6:20Space Creation Principles and Adaptation

Techniques in this video

  1. 01
    Ankle Trap Scoot Escape
    3:106:20·Side Control·Escape
  2. 02
    Guard Replacement Escape
    0:523:10·Side Control·Escape
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