The Mounted Kuzushi Practice

Applies judos principle of kuzushi (balance breaking) to mounted position, teaching how to maintain dominant control while creating opportunities for submissions

Flow outline

  1. Mount

    • Once set, quick note: dominant position where you sit atop your opponent's torso, applying downward pressure like a well-timed osaekomi (hold-down). maintain kuzushi by controlling their hips and shoulders, preventing them from bridging or rolling

  2. Escapes

    • Once set, when it happens, when mounted, your opponent will attempt to create space and escape—like trying to slip out of a pin. these techniques focus on maintaining pressure and controlling their bridging attempts to shut down their escape pathways

  3. Controls

    • Key detail: quick note: advanced control methods that go beyond basic pressure, using hooks, grips, and body positioning to dominate mount. think of it as applying kuzushi from top, constantly off-balancing your opponent to prevent counters

  4. Submissions

    • Submission sequences that flow from mount, applying joint locks and chokes with same principle as a throw: break balance, control opponent, and finish with precision. Each submission chain builds upon last, creating relentless pressure

  5. Submission Counters

    • If it shows up, When your opponent defends or counters your submissions, these techniques allow you to transition smoothly to alternative attacks or regain control. It's like countering a counter-throw—maintaining initiative and adapting to their resistance

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