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About This Technique
Dead Orchard Technique
Introduction
The Dead Orchard is an advanced submission technique from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu popularized by Eddie Bravo and the practitioners from 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu. It's a variation of the Triangle Choke and is typically executed from a high guard position. The Dead Orchard is primarily a form of Triangle choke that attacks both of the opponent's arms, making it unique and very effective.
Position: Rubber Guard
The Rubber Guard is often associated with flexibility and control. This guard allows practitioners to limit the opponent's movement and set up various submissions, including Dead Orchard.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Starting in Rubber Guard: - Begin from the Rubber Guard position with your opponent in your full guard. Make sure to control the head and posture of your opponent with one arm overhook.
- Place your right leg high on your opponent's back and bring it towards their shoulder, trying to hook underneath the crook of their elbow.
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Break the Posture: - Use your arms to break the opponent’s posture by pulling them closer to you. You want to ensure their elbows are not flared out.
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Setting up the Triangle: - Slide your right leg higher, over the opponent's left shoulder (if performing from the right side), aiming to bring your knee close to their neck.
- Lift your hips to adjust the angle, enabling better control and leverage. Secure your left leg over your right ankle, similar to a Triangle choke setup.
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Trap the Arms: - From this position, both of your opponent's arms are trapped. You should maintain control over their head as doing so limits their mobility and ability to escape.
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Finish the Dead Orchard: - Tighten your legs and squeeze your knees together, while pulling their head down. This pressure and position will trap the opponent’s arms effectively.
- The completion of the choke should lead them to tap due to cutting off blood supply or excessive pressure.
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Adjust as Necessary: - If your opponent begins to inch out, readjust your legs and squeeze tighter. Use your hips to maintain dominance and control over the upper body.
Tips for Success
- Flexibility: This move requires flexibility, particularly in the hips. Regular stretching can facilitate better application.
- Control: Ensure you have head and arm control before attempting to transition to the Dead Orchard.
- Pressure: Constant pressure and engagement of your core will enhance control and lead to successful execution.
Japanese Name
Japanese Name: N/A
The origin of the naming and development of the Dead Orchard primarily originates from the Western adaptations of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, which is why it does not have a traditional Japanese name.
Conclusion
The Dead Orchard, while highly effective, requires precision and an understanding of body mechanics and positioning. It's a technique best cultivated with a dedicated focus on flexibility, control, and relentless practice.
How to Execute
# Dead Orchard from Rubber Guard
## Setup
- **Initial Position Details**: Begin in your closed guard while your opponent is postured down. Your goal is to break their posture and establish the Rubber Guard.
- **Grips and Controls Needed**:
- Use your left hand to grip your opponent's right wrist, controlling it.
- With your right hand, reach over your opponent's back and grab your own left ankle, pulling it over their neck to establish mission control.
## Steps
1. **Break the Posture**:
- Use your legs to pull your opponent forward, breaking their posture.
- Simultaneously, use your right hand to reach across and grab their head, pulling it down.
2. **Establish the Rubber Guard**:
- With your left hand controlling their right wrist, bring your left leg high onto their back.
- Use your right hand to grip your left ankle and pull it over your opponent’s neck, placing your left shin on their back.
3. **Zombie the Arm**:
- While keeping your opponent's posture broken, use your right hand to push your opponent’s right arm across their body, using a motion similar to “zombie” with their arm.
4. **Secure the New York Position**:
- Quickly transition your right hand to grab your left ankle, reinforce the Rubber Guard, and secure the New York position by bringing your right knee inside to block their shoulder.
5. **Transition to the Dead Orchard**:
- Release the grip on your left ankle with your right hand and switch to underhooking your opponent’s left arm, trapping it with your right arm.
- Your left leg should remain on your opponent’s back, while your right leg snakes over their left shoulder.
6. **Lock the Triangle**:
- Slide your left leg over your right ankle, locking in the triangle choke with your legs.
- Ensure their trapped arm stays across their body to maintain control.
7. **Finish the Dead Orchard**:
- Squeeze your knees together and pull down on your opponent’s trapped arm or head to create pressure.
- Adjust your hips if necessary to tighten the hold and finish the submission.
## Key Points
- **Important Details to Remember**:
- Maintain constant pressure to keep your opponent’s posture broken.
- Use the grip on your ankle to control and adjust your position as needed.
- **Common Mistakes to Avoid**:
- Allowing your opponent to posture up during the transition can lead to losing control.
- Failing to properly secure the arm across the body can weaken the submission potential.
- Not keeping your legs tight and hips elevated may result in an ineffective choke.