Drill 3 of 5
Armbar Defense
Protect arms and escape armbars.
How to practice
- Partner attacks armbars from guard and mount at slow speed. First priority: never extend your arm alone.
- Hitchhike the thumb up and stack them the instant your arm is captured.
- Clear your head over their legs while keeping your weight on their chest.
- Chain the defense into the pass - as they readjust, drag the leg and take side control.
- Finish with rounds where armbar is their only attack and escaping earns the point.
Coaching cues
Stay balancedKeep guard/position safeMove with purposeReset cleanly
Common mistakes
- Rushing the drill
- Poor posture or guard
- No reset after the action
Video references
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