Off the heels (no pun intented) of my last post I present to you the Push Up Mount Escape to butterfly guard. Early on in my Jiu Jitsu career this was my go to escape. Once I was able to fully extend my arms and lock my elbows, I was able to control guys much … Continue reading Push Up Mount Escape
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Gracie Combatives Mount Escape
While we mainly train for sport Jiu Jitsu over at 10th Planet Van Nuys, we also like to cover some self defense techniques. In the video below those whacky Gracie Brothers break down a great mount escape from their Gracie Combative dvd set. While I don't see myself pulling this off on a skilled opponent, … Continue reading Gracie Combatives Mount Escape
My Favorite Mount Escape
Anyone who has read my blog or rolled with me over at 10th Planet Van Nuys knows I like leg locks. One of my highest percentage leg locks is the mount escape to heel hook. In fact when a student asks me to show them a crazy leg lock this is my go to leg … Continue reading My Favorite Mount Escape