Can opener guard pass series
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Can Opener·USA Martial Arts of Toledo·Added by Admin
Sensei Gray demonstrates the can opener guard pass series
Перевод: Can Opener
Дистанция и классификация
Категория
Удар и защитаЗамкиБлижний бойБой против нескольких
Дистанция
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Обзор
The can opener is a cervical flexion crank applied from inside the opponent's closed guard by clasping both hands behind the opponent's head and forcefully driving the chin toward the chest. [1],[2],[3] The attacker interlaces the fingers behind the head and curls the opponent's neck forward, creating intense pressure on the cervical vertebrae and posterior neck muscles. [1],[4] While primarily used as a guard-opening technique — forcing the opponent to uncross their ankles due to spine pain — the can opener can also force a tap from pure neck crank pressure. [1],[5]
История и происхождение
The can opener has long been used in wrestling and MMA as a method to open the closed guard. [1],[2] The name derives from the prying motion resembling a can opener. [1],[3] In early UFC and Vale Tudo events, the can opener was frequently used before competitors developed sophisticated guard techniques. [1],[4] The IBJJF restricts cervical cranks at lower belt levels due to injury risk. [1],[5]
Страна происхождения· показано в случайном порядке
- БразилияБразильское джиу-джитсу, Сабмишн-грэпплинг, ММА
- Япония缶切り(Kankiri)Бразильское джиу-джитсу, Дзюдо, Сабмишн-грэпплинг
- СШАСабмишн-грэпплинг, ММА
- РоссияСамбо
Эффективность
The can opener uses neck cranking pressure from inside closed guard to force the guard open or create a submission via neck hyperflexion. [1]
Родословная
The can opener was a common technique in early MMA and catch wrestling, now restricted in some BJJ rule sets. [1]
Соревновательные результаты
The can opener is legal in MMA and some submission grappling events, though banned in IBJJF competition at lower belt levels. [1]
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Биомеханический механизм
Primary Action — Compression of the neck structures — restricts blood flow or airway depending on technique application
Joints Involved — Cervical spine, surrounding musculature, and vascular structures of the neck
Force Vector — Directed compression against the neck from the choking limb or body position
Finishing Mechanic — Sustained pressure causes either vascular occlusion (unconsciousness) or tracheal restriction (breathing difficulty)
Позиция и вход
From controlling position — Establish the dominant position, clear defensive grips, thread the choking limb into position
From guard (bottom) — Break the opponent's posture, isolate the neck and configure the choke from underneath
From transition — During a scramble or position change, secure the neck control and lock the choke before the opponent re-establishes defence
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Оценки
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Очень высокий8/10
The can opener forces the head forward from inside closed guard; banned in most BJJ competition
Уровень мастерства, необходимый для надёжного выполнения техники
Начинающий
Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
Запрещено
— IBJJF — Neck cranks and spinal locks prohibited at all be...
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— IJF — Neck cranks prohibited
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFРазрешено
— ADCC — Legal
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— Unified MMA — Legal — choke submissions are among the mos...
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFЗаметки по тренировке
✓The can opener forces the opponent's head into cervical flexion from inside their closed guard — the attacker laces hands behind the head and drives the chin to the chest, creating intense cervical pressure to open the guard (Gracie & Gracie, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and Technique, 2001)
✓The mechanism: from inside closed guard, clasp the hands behind the opponent's head (gable grip or interlocked fingers), then extend the arms while pressing the head forward — the cervical spine is forced into maximum flexion
✓The 'can opener' name reflects its purpose: it 'opens' the closed guard by creating so much neck discomfort that the bottom player opens their legs to relieve the pressure
✓The can opener exists at the intersection of positional tool and submission: in some rule sets it's a submission technique, in others it's a guard-opening method, and in others it's illegal
✓The cervical flexion created by the can opener stresses the posterior ligaments, disc spaces, and cervical muscles — the pain is acute and persuasive
✓In competition: the can opener is legal in ADCC and most no-gi events but illegal at IBJJF white and blue belt divisions — checking the rule set is essential
✓The can opener from closed guard is often the first cervical technique grapplers encounter — it teaches the principle that controlling the head can force positional changes
Типичные ошибки
!Using the can opener as a violent neck crank — it should be applied progressively; explosive can openers cause cervical injuries in training
!Relying on the can opener as a primary guard-passing technique — it's a tool for creating reactions, not a sophisticated passing method; use it to open the guard, then pass properly
!Applying the can opener with extended arms — the strength comes from the back and shoulders, not the arms; keep elbows in and use back extension
!Not transitioning when the guard opens — the can opener creates a brief window when the guard opens; pass immediately rather than continuing to crank
!Using the can opener in competition where it's illegal — IBJJF restricts cervical locks at lower belt levels; know the rules
!Ignoring the opponent's guard attacks during the can opener — the bottom player may attack with armbars or triangles while you're focused on the opener; maintain arm awareness
!Stacking too aggressively with the can opener — excessive stacking combined with the can opener can cause cervical injury; the opener alone provides sufficient pressure
Связанные техники
Контрприёмы
Цепочка подготовки
1Establish Position — achieve the controlling position needed for this submission
2Create the Threat — begin the submission setup to force a defensive reaction
3Secure the Hold — lock the submission grip with proper body mechanics
4Finish — apply increasing pressure until the opponent taps or the joint/choke takes effect
Источники и ссылки
Основной источник
Japanese BJJ — established since 1990s; Shooto training materials
1КнигаJapanese BJJ — established since 1990s; Shooto training materials
Japanese terminology sourced from Japanese BJJ — established since 1990s; Shooto training materials
2ДругоеShooto (Japanese MMA)
Japanese MMA pioneer organization — technique terminology
Standard Japanese martial arts terminology (kanji/hiragana)
4ДругоеJapanese Martial Arts Standard Terminology (武道用語)
Established Japanese martial arts naming convention — native Japanese term (和語/漢語)
5ЦитатаJapanese BJJ — established since 1990s; Shooto training materials
Japanese terminology sourced from Japanese BJJ — established since 1990s; Shooto training materials
Сообщество
Атлетизм
Requires
grip or squeeze strength, positional control
Favours
strong upper body for sustained compression
Key muscles
forearms, biceps, pectorals, core stabilisers
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Дистанция
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Часто задаваемые вопросы
What's the key to making the can opener work effectively?
You need to apply pressure with your arms forward against the back of the head to force your opponent's head up quickly—you can't hesitate or do it slowly, or they'll be able to defend.
How do you transition from the can opener into a guard pass?
Once you've forced their head up and opened their guard, quickly grab both of their thighs to lift them up and complete the pass.
Как работает Can Opener?
The can opener is a cervical flexion crank applied from inside the opponent's closed guard by clasping both hands behind the opponent's head and forcefully driving the chin toward the chest. The attacker interlaces the fingers behind the head and curls the opponent's neck forward, creating intense pressure on the cervical vertebrae and posterior neck muscles.
Откуда происходит Can Opener?
The can opener has long been used in wrestling and MMA as a method to open the closed guard. The name derives from the prying motion resembling a can opener.
Разрешён ли Can Opener на соревнованиях?
IBJJF: запрещён — Neck cranks and spinal locks prohibited at all belt levels; IJF: запрещён — Neck cranks prohibited; ADCC: разрешён — Legal; Unified MMA: разрешён — Legal — choke submissions are among the most common finishes in MMA; FIAS Sport Sambo: запрещён — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo; FIAS Combat Sambo: разрешён — Legal
Насколько опасен Can Opener?
Оценка опасности 8/10. The can opener forces the head forward from inside closed guard; banned in most BJJ competition
Как подготовить Can Opener?
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Establish Position → Create the Threat → Secure the Hold → Finish.
Как защититься от Can Opener?
Стандартные контрприёмы: Early Recognition — identify the submission attempt early and begin defence immediately / Posture and Base — maintain strong posture and base to prevent submission setups / Grip Fight — deny the attacker their preferred gripping configuration.
Какие есть варианты Can Opener?
Распространённые варианты: Standard grip variation (primary hand configuration for maximum choking pressure); Gi variation (uses the lapel or collar as an anchor for additional fric…); No-gi variation (adapted grip and positioning for submission grappling wit…); Transition finish (applied during a positional change to catch the opponent …).
Насколько эффективен Can Opener на соревнованиях?
The can opener is legal in MMA and some submission grappling events, though banned in IBJJF competition at lower belt levels.
Какие типичные ошибки при выполнении Can Opener?
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Using the can opener as a violent neck crank — it should be applied progressively; explosive can openers cause cervic… / Relying on the can opener as a primary guard-passing technique — it's a tool for creating reactions, not a sophistica… / Applying the can opener with extended arms — the strength comes from the back and shoulders, not the arms; keep elbow… / Not transitioning when the guard opens — the can opener creates a brief window when the guard opens; pass immediately….
Какие ещё названия есть у Can Opener?
Can Opener также известен как Kankiri, Neck Crank from Guard, Stack Crank, Can Opener Neck Crank.