There are many ways to counter a triangle choke. There is the early escape, the middle escape and the late ‘Hail Mary’ escape.
Saulo Ribeiro explains about how to escape from your opponent’s triangle submission that you need good posture and by cutting at an angle, you can apply pressure on our opponent in a way to force open the legs.
Watch how Gabi Garcia defends a triangle attempt by Mackenzie Dern at the 2014 No Gi Worlds.
Fast forward to 30 secs to watch the traingle and the escape:
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: you can be slow and unathletic and still kick butt in Jiu-Jitsu.
Welcome to SLOTH Jiu-jitsu – the ultimate programme for conserving energy, utilising body weight and taking your time! An especially effective strategy for older or less athletic competitors, but suitable and highly recommended for all jiu-jitsu practitioners. 12 chapters taught in person by 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt Gile Huni.
