Side Control Attacks

Dominant control from side control. Pressure, submission opportunities, & attack chains built around opponent reactions.

Flow outline

  1. From Side Control

    • Key detail: if it shows up, the foundational starting position where you set control from the side. is your base for launching multiple attack sequences while maintaining dominant pressure

  2. Advanced Side Control

    • Quick note: A refined control position with enhanced pressure and isolation. setup allows for tighter submission opportunities while limiting opponent escapes. Timing beats strength

  3. Armbar

    • From here, if it shows up, a classic joint lock submission targeting the elbow. execute when the opponent's arm is extended and isolated from their body

  4. Americana

    • If they frame, a shoulder lock submission achieved by isolating the near arm. requires proper wrist control and shoulder pressure to secure the finish

  5. Ushiro Kesa Gatame

    • Key detail: a reverse kesa gatame position that strong upper body control. setup creates opportunities for transitions to mount or submission chains

  6. Kimura Trap

    • Once set, a control position that sets up the kimura submission. grip configuration allows you to attack the shoulder while maintaining positional dominance

  7. Ghost Mount

    • Usually A transitional mount position achieved through deception. setup baits the opponent into exposing their back or creating submission opportunities

  8. Darce

    • A front headlock choke submission that attacks the carotid arteries. requires proper arm positioning and shoulder pressure to secure the finish. Timing beats strength

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