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Flytrap Submission Technique
Overview
The Flytrap Submission is a deceptive and efficient submission technique often performed from a closed guard position. It takes the opponent by surprise, utilizing the strength and leverage of your legs to trap and submit them.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Position: Closed Guard
1. Initial Positioning
- Start in a closed guard position with your opponent's posture broken down. Aim to have them leaning forward slightly with their hands on the mat.
2. Establish a Grip
- Use your right hand to overhook your opponent's left arm, clasping the tricep securely.
- Keep their upper body pulled down with your left arm, applying pressure on their back or neck.
3. Setup the Trap
- Simultaneously, use your left leg to climb higher on your opponent's back.
- Pivot your body to your right, turning your chest towards their left side.
4. Creating the Trap
- Slip your left leg over their left shoulder, effectively trapping their arm and head between your legs.
- Use your right leg to maintain control, pushing their head downward or tightening your grip on their back.
5. Lock the Submission
- To secure the submission, interlock your ankles to form a triangle with your legs around their upper body.
- Ensure your hips are elevated to apply pressure.
6. Finish the Submission
- Squeeze your knees and apply pressure by pulling down with your legs.
- If necessary, adjust your position to tighten the hold further by shifting your hips outwards.
Important Tips:
- Focus on staying relaxed until the moment you need to secure the submission; sudden, quick movements will help catch your opponent off-guard.
- Maintain control and keep a tight grip to prevent them from slipping out, especially in the initial stages.
- Use your opponent's momentum or any attempts to regain posture to help set up the trap.
Japanese Name
The Flytrap Submission does not have a recognized Japanese name in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu terminologies.
Enjoy practicing the Flytrap Submission, and remember to perform it safely in training and always with a trained instructor!
How to Execute
# Flytrap Submission from Closed Guard
## Setup
- **Initial Position Details**: Start in the closed guard position. Your opponent is inside your guard with their posture slightly broken down, meaning their torso is closer to you rather than fully upright.
- **Grips and Controls Needed**: Secure a strong cross-collar grip with your right hand on your opponent’s left collar, deep into the collar, ideally with four fingers inside. Your left hand should control your opponent’s right wrist or sleeve to prevent them from posting or defending easily.
## Steps
1. **Break Posture**: Use your legs and cross-collar grip to pull your opponent down, breaking their posture. Keep your opponent’s head close to your chest.
2. **Create Angle**: Open your guard momentarily and shift your hips slightly to your left side. Use your left foot on their hip to aid in creating the angle. This angle is crucial for the effectiveness of the flytrap submission.
3. **Place Knee Shield**: Bring your right knee up and place it across your opponent's chest, similar to a knee shield. Your leg should be diagonally across their torso.
4. **Secure the Head**: With your right leg in position, use your left hand to grip the back of your opponent’s head or neck firmly. This grip helps control their posture and prevents them from escaping backwards.
5. **Trap the Arm**: Release your left foot from their hip and use it to trap your opponent’s right arm by bringing your shin over their bicep. This creates a situation where your opponent's arm is stuck between your legs.
6. **Apply the Submission**: With their right arm trapped and head controlled, squeeze your knees together and pull down with your right hand on the collar while simultaneously pressing your left leg down over their trapped arm. This combination creates a tight choke with the collar and pressure on the neck, leading to the submission.
## Key Points
- **Important Details to Remember**:
- Ensure your cross-collar grip is deep and tight from the start to maintain control.
- The angle created by shifting your hips is crucial for setting up the leverage needed for the submission.
- **Common Mistakes to Avoid**:
- Do not attempt the submission with your opponent fully postured up; this reduces your ability to control and finish the move.
- Avoid leaving too much space when trapping the arm; keep everything tight to prevent escapes.
- Do not neglect your opponent’s posture. Always keep their head controlled to prevent them from posturing up and defending.
By following these steps and key points, you can effectively apply the flytrap submission from the closed guard. Practice maintaining control and precision at each step to improve your execution of this technique.
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