Escaping the sidecontrol is one of the biggest challenges any beginner faces and it’s paramount to mastering bjj or even just saying you have rudimentary skills.
Coming out of side control is no joke, especially when heavily outweighed by your opponent.
But how do you go about learning to escape a really tight side control?
Have you ever tried the “ghost escape?” At first glance it may seem like a tricky technique, but when its well timed and executed properly, it’s actually quite simple and can be a very smooth transition out of side control into a more a more favorable position.
If you’re looking to expand your repertoire of Side Control escapes, then the Ghost Escape is going to make a fine addition!
Here’s when and how to use it, as demonstrated by Chad Lyman:
Use this complete course from André Galvão to learn the side control escapes that will let you get away, get on top, and even get the tap!
- André teaches you his total system for staying safe and escaping from one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s worst positions, bottom side control – build a strong fundamental base for your escape before learning advanced concepts around reversing into attacking positions!
