Side control is one of those positions that is just plain horrible. Our opponent can mount attacks, we can’t, they can stall and rest, we’re carrying all of their weight, and they torque their weight into our necks. Needless to say it is not fun to be in bottom side control. What is also discouraging about the position is they can rack up points on our escape attempts with re-passes.
If you’re in competition in the absolute division as a little guy, this is the last place you want to be. Someone who is not very skilled at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can dominate someone in this position simply because of how strong it is. There are two great ways to escape and we’ll be covering them today.
Rickson Gracie shows how to escape tight side control when your opponent is not giving you any space.
Learn from the best with Henry Akins, a black belt under the legendary Rickson Gracie, as he shares his invaluable insights and techniques for dominating your opponents in the most technical way.
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