RJJ Instructional

Back control basics: Explanation of how the opponent achieves back control, including hooks (control of the legs) and seatbelt grips (control of the torso).

Common submissions from back control: The rear-naked choke (RNC), bow and arrow, armbar, and other submissions that can be set up when someone has your back.

Danger awareness: Recognizing when your opponent has deep hooks, a secure seatbelt grip, or is close to submitting you.

Core Principles like "protecting your neck," "keeping your elbows tight," and "not exposing your back" are foundational to surviving when the opponent has back control.

Escape from Side Control & Half Guard Basics

-Students will learn the key concepts for escaping side control, such as framing, hip movement, creating space, and re-establishing guard.

- Students will learn how to bridge effectively to create space and use the shrimping motion to move their hips out from underneath their opponent.

-Using the concept of creating a frame with the arms and body to push away and create the space needed to escape.

- Transitioning to a knee shield position to block the opponent’s pressure while working to re-guard or scramble to a better position. The course will begin with an in-depth analysis of what side control is, its variations, and why it is such a dominant position for the top player.