Back Control from Standing Position via Arm Drag
No-Gi
This drill focuses on taking the back from a standing position by combining an arm drag with a foot sweep to off-balance your opponent.
Drill Steps
1
Start in a neutral standing wrestling stance.
- Maintain a head-to-head position with your opponent.
2
Secure a deep grip on your opponent's arm.
- Drive your entire wrist high into their armpit.
- Grip firmly with your whole hand, not just fingertips.
3
Outside step and pull your opponent onto their toes.
- Step past their outside leg with your lead foot.
- Pull their arm across your body, bringing your shoulder to theirs.
4
Place your opposite foot on their far leg for a sweep.
- Position the sole of your foot on their ankle or shin.
- Use your foot as a barrier to disrupt their balance.
5
Drive your hips forward and rotate your body.
- Maintain hip-to-hip contact with your opponent.
- Rotate as you continue the arm drag and sweep motion.
6
Get behind your opponent's elbows and access their far hip.
- Utilize their stumble to move quickly to their back.
7
Secure a strong rear body lock.
- Control their hips to solidify your back position.
Detailed Breakdown
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