BJJ Blueprint Series : The 5 Most Effective Ways Out of The Mount
Escape the Mount: A Jiu-Jitsu Framework
Getting stuck in the mount is a tough spot in Jiu-Jitsu. This video provides a framework for escaping, offering techniques and concepts to make the position less daunting.
Key Techniques for Escaping Mount
1. Basic Bridge and Roll Escape
• If the opponent’s hands are on the floor, trap one arm (gable grip) and foot on the same side.
• Bridge and roll over into a dominant position.
2. Tracing and Stuffing the Arm
• If the opponent pulls their hands away, follow their motion.
• Stuff their arm into their abdomen and perform the bridge and roll escape.
3. Weight Shifting and Hip Escape
• If the opponent shifts weight to one side to prevent the bridge, take advantage of the light side.
• Shrimp towards the light side, bring the leg around, and go for a technical stand-up escape.
4. Dealing with Grapevines
• When the opponent hooks their legs (grapevine), push through the heel to kill one side.
• Step on the opponent’s other foot, remove both legs simultaneously, and elbow escape.
5. Escaping Crossed Ankles
• If the opponent crosses their ankles behind, grab their pants (if available).
• Bridge and kick feet straight up (similar to removing pants while lying down).
• Transition into butterfly guard.
6. Using the Armpit Push Escape
• If the opponent gets high in the mount (knees in armpits), bridges become ineffective.
• Use a C-clamp grip in the armpits, bridge, and extend arms to create space.
• Bring feet up to replace hands and push opponent off.
Key Takeaways
• Different situations require different escape techniques.
• Understanding opponent weight distribution is crucial.
• Elbow positioning is key to successful mount defense.
• Each escape requires adaptation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
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