Twister Side Control
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About This Technique
Twister Side Control
Twister Side Control is a unique and powerful position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that has gained popularity for its effectiveness in controlling an opponent and setting up submissions, particularly the Twister submission. This position provides great control over your opponent and can be used strategically to transition into other dominant positions or attacks.
Position
- Position Used From: Side Control
Japanese Name
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Step-by-Step Instructions
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Achieving Twister Side Control
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Start in Side Control: Begin with a standard side control with your opponent pinned beneath you. Your right arm should be under their head, and your left arm can be draping over their hip.
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Create Distance: Use your left hand to push off their hip and slide your body slightly back towards their legs.
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Switch the Underhook: Transition your right under-hook to the far-side under-hook, reaching underneath their far arm. The far underhook is essential in controlling their upper body movement.
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Bring Your Knee Across: Slide your right knee across their belly and plant your knee firmly on the far side of their body, closer to the mat. This knee position helps in pinning their hips and preventing their escape.
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Establishing Control
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Cross-Facing Control: With your right arm, apply cross-facing pressure on their head with either a palm or shoulder, compelling their face away from you. This adds discomfort and further control.
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Secure Your Base: Maintain balance by keeping your weight centered and your hips low. Ensure your left hand remains mobile, ready to block their attempts to bridge or shrimp.
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Maintaining Twister Side Control
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Blocking Their Escape Attempts: Stay aware of their movement, using your left arm to counter their frames or to help control their wrist or thigh, preventing them from escaping or reversing the position.
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Position Adjustment: Feel free to adjust the knee across their body slightly to ensure dominance and to alleviate any discomfort they might feel, preserving this control as you plan your next move.
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Transition to Submissions or Better Positions
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Setting up the Twister Attack (Optional): If you want to attempt the Twister submission, you may begin setting it up by controlling their far leg and transitioning your body further towards their side, seeking openings for transitioning your arm and bringing their head and neck into leverage.
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Other Submissions or Transitions: Utilize the position to transition to other side control attacks, such as Kimuras, Arm Triangles, or even moving into Mount or Back Control, based on their defensive reactions.
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Twister Side Control, when harnessed correctly, can serve as a powerful tool in the competitive landscape of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, offering both control and the possibility of dynamic transitioning into effective submissions or more dominant positions.
How to Execute
# Twister Side Control from Side Control Position in BJJ
## Setup
- **Initial Position Details**: Start in the traditional side control position where you are on top of your opponent. Your chest should be across your opponent’s chest, with your hips low to maintain pressure. Your legs should be spread wide for stability, and your weight should be centered to prevent your opponent from recovering guard.
- **Grips and Controls Needed**: Your far arm should be under your opponent's head, cupping their shoulder, while your near arm should be controlling their far hip or underhooking their far arm. Ensure your opponent's near arm is trapped or controlled to prevent them from creating space or framing effectively.
## Steps
1. **Switch Base**: Transition your base by bringing your hip that is closer to your opponent's head down to the mat. Your body should be perpendicular to your opponent, with your back facing their legs.
2. **Control the Far Arm**: Use your near hand to control your opponent's far arm. Ideally, you want to pin it under your armpit or keep it tight to their body to prevent them from using it to defend or push away.
3. **Secure the Twister Hook**: Slide the knee of your top leg across your opponent's body, aiming to insert your foot near their far hip. This creates the initial control necessary for the Twister Side Control. Your knee should be pointing towards their head.
4. **Block the Hips**: Use your free hand (the one not controlling their arm) to block your opponent’s hips. This prevents them from turning into you and helps maintain control.
5. **Establish Twister Side Control**: Shift your weight towards your opponent’s head, further trapping their near arm with your body. At the same time, use your legs to control their lower body, keeping them flat on the mat.
## Key Points
- **Important Details to Remember**: Maintain constant pressure on your opponent with your chest. Your hips should remain low, and your weight should be distributed evenly to avoid giving your opponent any space to escape.
- **Common Mistakes to Avoid**:
- Do not allow your opponent's near arm to frame against your neck or shoulder; this can create space for them to escape.
- Avoid lifting your hips too high, as it reduces pressure and allows your opponent to turn into you.
- Ensure your Twister Hook is secure; a loose hook can lead to a loss of control over your opponent's hips.
By following these steps and paying attention to the key points, you can effectively transition into and maintain Twister Side Control from the Side Control position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.