Arm Drag to Back Take

Difficulty: Beginner

Gi/No-Gi: Both

Category: TransitionPosition: Butterfly Guard

Transition from Butterfly Guard

The transition from the Butterfly Guard to a dominant position is a fundamental part of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This particular transition focuses on leveraging the arm drag to secure the back position, a highly advantageous spot.

Key Steps

  1. Establish Butterfly Guard: Begin seated with your opponent in front of you, feet hooked inside their thighs for control.
  2. Execute Arm Drag: Grip your opponent's wrist with one hand and their tricep with the other. Pull their arm across your body.
  3. Create an Angle: Use your legs and hips to pivot, creating an angle to access your opponent’s back.
  4. Secure the Back: As you move around, place your chest against their back, securing a seatbelt grip.
  5. Establish Hooks: Insert your hooks (feet) inside their thighs to control their lower body.

Application

This transition is effective in both Gi and No-Gi settings, making it versatile for various competition rulesets. It is beginner-friendly and introduces fundamental concepts of control and leverage, essential in BJJ techniques.

Common Mistakes

  • Poor Grip: Failing to secure a strong grip on the arm can lead to your opponent easily escaping.
  • Lack of Angle: Not creating a proper angle can prevent you from accessing the back efficiently.
  • Rushing the Transition: Moving too quickly can result in losing control, allowing your opponent to counter.

Tips

  • Maintain Close Contact: Stay tight to your opponent throughout the transition to prevent them from escaping.
  • Practice the Angle: Focus on hip movement to develop a sharp angle during execution.
  • Control the Opponent’s Hips: Once on the back, controlling their hips will limit their mobility, making it easier to maintain position.

Mastering this transition enhances your ability to control and submit opponents, a vital skill in your arsenal of jiu jitsu moves.

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