Knee on Belly
A transitional control position where the top player places one knee on the opponent's abdomen or chest while the other foot remains on the ground.
Moves from Knee on Belly
Armbar
Learn how to execute a joint lock from knee on belly, isolating and extending the opponent's arm for an effective submission.
Baseball Bat Choke
Execute a powerful gi-only submission from knee on belly by mastering collar grips and pressure for an effective choke.
Bridge and Elbow Push Escape
Learn a beginner-friendly escape from knee on belly in BJJ to disrupt balance and create space using a bridge and elbow push.
Kimura
Learn a shoulder lock submission from knee on belly to control and submit your opponent in jiu jitsu.
Roll Under Escape
Escape knee on belly by rolling under your opponent when they overcommit, turning the tables in both gi and no-gi settings.
Shrimp Escape
Escape the knee on belly by creating space and recovering guard. Ideal for beginners in both gi and no-gi.
Spinning Armbar
Advanced armbar from knee on belly; requires precision and timing to capitalize on opponent's defense.
Straight Armbar
This submission from knee on belly hyperextends the opponent's arm, targeting the elbow joint, effective in Gi and No-Gi for intermediates.
Transition to Back Control
Learn to transition from knee on belly to back control, enhancing your BJJ techniques by capitalizing on your opponent's defensive reactions.
Transition to Mount
Learn how to transition from Knee on Belly to enhance control and set up submissions in both gi and no-gi BJJ.
Transition to North-South
Learn to transition from knee on belly to north-south position, enhancing control and setting up submissions in BJJ.
Transition to Side Control
Learn how to transition from knee on belly to side control, a beginner-friendly move for better positional control in BJJ.
Underhook Escape
Learn to escape knee-on-belly by securing an underhook, creating space, and recovering position in both Gi and No-Gi settings.
Related Positions
Jiu jitsu positions are interconnected. Explore these related positions to expand your knowledge: