Control-First BJJ

Position before submission. Dominant positions through calculated transitions, prioritizing control over chasing taps

Flow outline

  1. Jtsang Gi

    • starting point of engagement, establishing grips and posture to control standing exchange

  2. Standing

    • if it shows up, neutral standing position where control of distance, grips, and posture dictates initial engagement

  3. Top Guard

    • When it happens, Dominant position standing in opponent's guard, controlling posture and grips to initiate passing sequences

  4. Bottom Guard

    • controlling position from bottom, using guard structures to manage distance and create offensive opportunities

  5. Top Turtle

    • From here, most of the time dominant position behind turtled opponent, controlling hips and upper body to advance to back control. don’t force it

  6. Back Control

    • If they frame, usually most dominant position in grappling, establishing hooks and upper body control to secure submissions

  7. Top Mount

    • High-percentage dominant position, controlling opponent's hips and upper body to advance submissions. Pay attention to posture

  8. Bottom Half Guard

    • Controlling position from bottom half guard, using underhooks and frames to sweep or advance to full guard

  9. Arm Triangle

    • When it happens, High-control submission position from mount or side control, using positional pressure to secure finish

  10. Rear Strangle

    • finishing position from back control, using upper body control to secure rear naked choke

  11. Closed Guard Bottom

    • Often Fundamental controlling position from bottom, using leg control and upper body connections to manage opponent

  12. Foot Lock Finish

    • when it happens, finishing position for leg attacks, controlling opponent's leg and hip alignment to secure submission. angle matters

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