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Mount to back take

When they turn onto their side to escape mount, follow them and take the back. Mount and back attacks chain together.

Mount Back control

Jiu Jitsu Techniques - Back Take From Mount · BJJ Fanatics · YouTube · shown in the gi; the mechanics carry over

Step by step

  1. When they turn onto their side to escape, go with them.
  2. Seatbelt: one arm over their shoulder, the other under their armpit, hands gripped.
  3. Put your bottom hook in as they turn, then the top hook.
  4. Roll to your side with them and keep the connection.

Details that make it work

  • When they turn away, they're giving you their back. Expect it.
  • Get the hooks in before they turn back.

Common mistakes

  • Losing chest-to-back contact.
  • Crossing your ankles, which gives them a free foot lock.

Drill it

10 reps: partner turns, you take the back.

If it fails, or what comes next

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