S-mount Submissions

Getting to S-mount & staying there while hunting finishes. Covers the setup, weight distribution, & what's available once you're locked in.

Flow outline

1. Establish S-Mount Position

   • Secure S-mount by controlling one arm and positioning legs in an S-shape around the opponent's torso.
   • Place one knee up by opponent's head to control upper body
   • Wrap other leg around opponent's torso to create S-shaped leg configuration
   • Control opponent's near arm to prevent underhook escapes

2. Weight Distribution Options

   • Adjust weight placement based on partner size and training intensity to maintain control without excessive pressure.
   • For drilling or smaller partners, distribute weight through knee to reduce chest pressure
   • For maximum control, sit directly on sternum with forward lean
   • Option to shift weight toward diaphragm for increased discomfort and control

3. Standard Arm Bar Setup

   • Set up arm bar by isolating opponent's arm and creating proper leverage points while maintaining upright posture.
   • Gather opponent's arm tight to chest with wrist control
   • Maintain upright posture to prevent escape opportunities
   • Use free hand for base and stability during setup
   • Apply pressure by leaning forward and pushing with hips

4. Enhanced Arm Bar Control

   • Increase arm bar control through leg positioning variations that limit opponent movement.
   • Slide shin over opponent's face to restrict head movement
   • Tuck leg under opponent's head for maximum control (difficult to achieve)
   • Squeeze knees together to compress opponent's torso

5. Alternative Submission Options

   • Transition to kimura or wrist lock when standard arm bar setup is unavailable due to grip or arm position.
   • Reach through with free hand to isolate trapped arm
   • Control opponent's elbow while sliding hand to wrist for kimura
   • Maintain arm bar control as backup option while setting up kimura

6. Opponent Throws to Side

   • Maintain submission control when opponent attempts to roll or throw you to either side.
   • Post free hand to maintain base during throw attempt
   • Keep controlled arm tight to body throughout movement
   • Bring leg through to maintain hip alignment with opponent
   • Ensure hips face downward to maintain pressure during transition

7. Arm Bar from Side Position

   • Execute arm bar from side control position when thrown or when transitioning for comfort.
   • Maintain solid hand base on mat for stability
   • Position hips over opponent's torso to maintain control
   • Keep controlled arm tight tucked by opponent's wrist

8. Omoplata Transition Setup

   • Transition to omoplata submission as opponent attempts to roll you over to escape.
   • Slide leg over opponent's arm during their roll attempt
   • Land with hips controlling opponent's butt to prevent further rolling
   • Position feet pointing away from opponent for proper leverage

9. Omoplata Control and Finish

   • Secure omoplata position and apply controlled pressure to submit opponent while maintaining safety.
   • Lock opponent's hand in hip pocket for shoulder control
   • Lie on top of opponent to restrict movement
   • Apply slow, controlled pressure by moving forward as if whispering in ear
   • Carefully disentangle after submission to avoid injury

Branch conditions

• when adjusting pressure based on partner size or training intensity
• after securing S-mount with proper leg positioning and arm control
• when needing additional control by restricting opponent's head movement
• if opponent's grip prevents standard arm bar setup or arm is trapped
• when opponent attempts to roll or throw you to either side
• after posting hand and maintaining arm control during throw attempt
• as opponent rolls you over and you slide leg over their arm
• once leg is positioned over arm and hips control opponent's butt