Side Control
The practitioner can control the opponent by applying pressure and restricting movement of their partners hips, knees, feet, shoulders, elbows and head.
- Focus for the Attacker (Top Person)
- Maintain strong shoulder pressure and keep the hips controlled.
- Prevent the defender from regaining guard or escaping.
- Look for opportunities to transition to mount or back control or to apply submissions.
- Focus for the Defender (Bottom Person)
- Keep arms positioned defensively to prevent submissions.
- Create space and frames to facilitate escapes.
- Look for opportunities to regain guard or move to a more advantageous position.