The back position is probably the best position you can achieve in a grappling match. Think about it, you have so many submission options whereas they have their back turned to you and can’t see your attacks.
In the mount or in the guard, the opponent can actually see the attacks coming, they can’t see anything in the back position.
This is why you should always strive to take your opponent’s back in a match.
a great way to attack the back is from top half guard. You already have one hook in so inserting the other hook is easy. You just need to be sure that your knee is out.
In this video, BJJ Champion Valdir Rodrigues from the Evolve Fight Team demonstrates 3 back takes from top half guard:
If you want to incorporate some slick back takes into your bjj game, make sure to get ‘Attacking the back every match’ by BJJ world champion Roberto Jimenez. You will learn techniques and concepts that will boost your back take game by like 800%. Your backtakes might get so good that you’ll just stop trying to get them, because it’s just too easy at this point.
Learn How To Turn Any Position Into A Road-Map To The Back, The Most Dominant Position In Jiu-Jitsu:
