A defensive position where a player tucks into a compact, all-fours posture to avoid exposing their back or limbs.
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An intermediate BJJ submission from turtle position focusing on controlling and choking your opponent. Effective in both Gi and No-Gi settings.
Learn how to transition from turtle to a dominant position with this beginner-friendly BJJ technique, applicable in both Gi and No-Gi.
Learn how to execute a submission from the turtle position, focusing on control and pressure to achieve an effective choke in gi-based BJJ.
Learn how to escape the turtle position and transition to guard, regaining control and setting up offensive moves in BJJ.
Learn a beginner-friendly escape from the Turtle position to transition into a more advantageous stance, suitable for both Gi and No-Gi.