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Learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques - video clips, tips and instruction
Quick tips series from Machado BJJ Black Belts John Will & David Meyer
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Omoplata from side back control
The omoplata is a commonly featured shoulder lock in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The locking mechanism is similar to the kimura lock, but instead of using a figure-four, it is applied using a leg. The omoplata can be applied from the guard, by placing one leg under the opponents armpit and turning 180 degrees in the direction of that leg, so that the leg moves over the back of the opponent and entangles the opponents arm. By controlling the opponent's body and pushing the arm perpendicularly away from the opponents back, pressure can be put on the opponent's shoulder. It is also possible to put pressure on the elbow joint by bending the leg entangling the arm, and twisting it. Though an effective lock, it is more difficult than other armlocks to successfully apply.
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Crucifix to stocks neck crank
The crucifix position (usually referred to simply as the crucifix) is a grappling position that involves being perpendicularly behind the opponent chest and against his back, and controlling the opponents arms. One of the opponents arms is controlled using the legs, and the other using the arms, putting the opponent in a position resembling a crucifix. This position allows for elbow strikes to the head, or if the opponent is wearing a gi, it allows for a collar strangle called the crucifix choke. It is also possible to have the crucifix position in such a way that a crucifix neck crank can be applied.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu triangle technique
A triangle choke is a type of figure-four chokehold which strangles the opponent by encircling the opponent's neck and one arm with the legs in a configuration similar to the shape of a triangle. The technique is a type of lateral vascular restraint that constricts the blood flow from the carotid arteries to the brain.
In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, this hold is usually applied with the legs from a ground position such as the guard. One leg encircles the neck and shoulder, with the knee next to the neck; the other leg crosses the ankle of the first leg, using the foot of the first leg to "lock" the second leg at the knee. The effectiveness of the technique can be increased by pulling the legs together and using the arms to pull the opponents head towards the attacker's shoulder.
The technique can cause unconsciousness in a few seconds, and it may injure or kill the opponent if held too long. It is used in various grappling martial arts, including Jujutsu, Judo, Professional Wrestling, Sambo, as well as in mixed martial arts competition.
Side control can-openers
Side control (often also called side mount or sometimes cross mount) is a dominant ground grappling position where the top combatant is lying perpendicularly over the face-up bottom combatant in such a way that the legs are free and he or she exerts considerable control over the combatant on the bottom. The top combatant is referred to as having side control, and is in a stable position, with the other combatant pinned beneath him or her. From there the top combatant can proceed with elbows, knees, various armlocks, or transition into a mounted position. It is high priority for the bottom combatant to sweep the top combatant or otherwise escape the position, for instance by entangling the opponent's free legs and trying to obtain the half guard or guard. |
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