When your opponent turns into you from bottom side control with an underhook or a frame, you can move to the other side of their body using a topspin. From there, their back is available for the taking. The topspin can also be used when attacking the turtle or front headlock positions.
It will be difficult for you to use the topspin technique when your opponent turns into you from bottom side control with a strong cross frame on your shoulder. Instead, you can push your opponent’s arm towards their head and use the claw grip to control the position, move your body to the other ...
Top mount is a great position to be in, as it allows you to stay safe while exposing your opponent to various attacks. One way to expose the back from the top mount is to begin an attack on one of your opponent’s arms to force them to turn, lifting their shoulder off the mat and exposing their ba...
Whether you had the back and your opponent managed to stand up, or you were able to perform a back take from an exchange on the feet, the mechanics of back control change when your opponent’s hips are higher than their shoulders. When this happens, you’ll need double-underhooks rather than a seat...
