BJJ Kids Technique - Escape from Mount Position
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Position Escape·Resenha BJJ Kids
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Position Escape
Groupポジションエスケープ(Pojishon Esukēpu)
Translation: Position escape
Overview
Position Escape covers techniques for escaping from specialised control positions that don't fit within the standard mount, side control, or back escape categories — addressing unique positional challenges found in MMA, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, and modern submission grappling. [1] This group includes escapes from crucifix, body triangle, truck position, leg ride, cradle, and other specialised control positions that have become increasingly common as positional systems have diversified. [1],[2] Many of these positions are unique to specific martial arts or competition formats — the truck position is primarily a 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu concept, the body triangle is common in MMA back control, and the crucifix appears across wrestling, BJJ, and MMA. [2],[3] Understanding these escapes requires knowledge of the specific control mechanics of each position, as the escape principles differ significantly from standard bottom escapes. [3]
Positional EscapePosition RecoveryEscape From Control
History & Origin
Position-specific escapes have become increasingly important as grappling positional systems have diversified beyond the traditional mount/side control/back hierarchy. [1] Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet system (founded 2003) introduced positions like the truck and twister that required entirely new escape knowledge. [1],[2] In MMA, the body triangle back control system became dominant through fighters like Khabib Nurmagomedov and Demian Maia, creating demand for body triangle escape training. [2],[3]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Breaking the specific control mechanism of each unique positional hold and transitioning to a safer position
Joints Involved — Position-specific — each specialised control uses different gripping, hooking, or entangling mechanics that require different escape joint actions; generally involves hip mobility, arm/leg dexterity, and core rotation
Force Vector — Directed against the weakest point of the specific control — body triangle escapes target the locked ankles, crucifix escapes target the trapped arm, truck escapes address the hook and seatbelt control
Escape Mechanic — Unlike standard bottom escapes (which use universal bridge-shrimp-frame principles), position escapes require position-specific knowledge: each control mechanism has a specific vulnerability, and the escape targets that vulnerability directly
Position & Entry
From body triangle — Identify the top leg of the triangle, position your trapped-side foot to pry against the ankle lock, bridge to create space, and slide the hips free from the triangle — the top leg's ankle is always the vulnerable point [1]
From crucifix — With both arms trapped, bridge and roll toward the arm that is controlled by the legs (not the arm controlled by the hand), as the leg control is weaker
From truck position (10th Planet) — Address the seatbelt grip first, then fight the hook on the inside thigh, and either turn into the opponent or spin to face them
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
5
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Specialised control positions often involve joint vulnerability (body triangle can compress the ribs, crucifix exposes the neck, truck position threatens the twister) and the escape may require movement through dangerous transitional positions
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
— Unified MMA — Legal defensive/transitional technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— IBJJF — Legal
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— IJF — Legal
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDF— ADCC — Legal
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDF— NCAA Folkstyle — Legal, escape scores 1 point, reversal s...
NCAA Wrestling Rules 2025-26PDFTraining Notes
✓Each position requires a unique escape study — don't assume standard bottom escape principles will work against specialised positions [1]
✓Identify the controlling mechanism first — before attempting escape, understand what is keeping you in the position (hooks, grips, body lock, leg entanglement)
✓In MMA, cage awareness adds escape options — the cage can be used for leverage to escape positions that would be inescapable on an open mat
✓Train with partners who actively play these positions — you can only develop real escape ability against someone who has a legitimate crucifix, truck, or body triangle game
✓Prevention is better than escape — learn to identify and prevent these positions from being fully established; half-prevention is easier than full escape [2]
✓Study the 10th Planet system to understand truck and twister escapes — these positions are unique to the system and require system-specific defensive knowledge
✓Body triangle awareness is critical for MMA back control — many fighters ignore the body triangle until it causes rib damage; address it immediately
Common Mistakes
!Using standard escape mechanics against specialised positions — bridging and shrimping won't work against a body triangle or crucifix; each position requires its specific escape
!Ignoring the body triangle — many fighters focus on fighting hand controls while the body triangle slowly compresses their ribs and reduces breathing capacity; address the triangle first
!Panicking in the crucifix — the crucifix removes arm defence and can feel helpless; remaining calm and methodically working the escape is essential
!Not knowing the position — fighters who don't train against specialised positions are caught completely off guard when they encounter them in competition
!Attempting to muscle out — specialised positions are designed with mechanical advantage; trying to overpower the control exhausts the escapee without progress
Related Techniques
Bottom Escape — the broader category of bottom-position escapesBack Escape — escapes from standard back control (overlapping with body triangle escapes)Submission Escape — defending against attacks that are launched from specialised positionsGuard Recovery — the most common endpoint of successful position escapes
Counter Techniques
When in control, counter escapes by: tightening the control mechanism when escape is attemptedTransitioning to submission when the escape exposes a limb or the neckSwitching to a different control position when the current one is being escapedUsing the opponent's escape energy to transition to a better position
Setup Chain
1Identify Position — recognise the specific control position you are trapped in
2Identify Control Mechanism — understand what is keeping you in the position (hooks, grips, locks, entanglements)
3Address Primary Control — attack the main controlling mechanism (e.g., the ankle lock in body triangle)
4Create Space — once the primary control is weakened, create enough space to begin escaping
5Escape — execute the position-specific escape movement
6Recover — establish guard, standing position, or neutral position
Sources & References
Primary Source
Jiu-Jitsu University (Saulo Ribeiro, 2008)
1BookJiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008)
Description sources — [1] Jiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008) [2] Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006) on 10th Planet positions [3] MMA competition evolution
2BookMastering the Rubber Guard (Eddie Bravo, 2006)
3BookMastering Jujitsu (Gracie & Danaher, 2003)
4OtherJapanese Martial Arts Community Terminology
Jiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008) || Mastering the Rubber Guard (Eddie Bravo, 2006) || Mastering Jujitsu (Gracie & Danaher, 2003)
5CitationJiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008)
Description sources — [1] Jiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008) [2] Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006) on 10th Planet positions [3] MMA competition evolution
6CitationMastering the Rubber Guard (Eddie Bravo, 2006)
7CitationMastering Jujitsu (Gracie & Danaher, 2003)
Community
Athletics
Requires
position-specific flexibility, problem-solving ability, calm under pressure
Favours
body awareness, flexibility (especially hip mobility for body triangle escapes)
Key muscles
position-dependent — core for most escapes, hip flexors for body triangle, shoulders for crucifix
Sub-techniques
10th Planet Escape
FamilyThe 10th Planet Escape family covers escape techniques for positions unique to Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system — addressing the specific challenge of escaping the Truck, Twister Side Control, and other proprietary 10th Planet control positions that don't appear in traditional BJJ. [1] As the 10th Planet system gained popularity and its practitioners began using positions like the Truck (back-body control with a calf-crank hook and far-side leg control) in competition, opponents needed to develop escape knowledge for these unfamiliar positions. [1,2] 10th Planet escapes require understanding the specific mechanics of each position — for example, the Truck escape requires addressing the calf hook before addressing the seatbelt grip, while the Twister defence prioritises preventing the head-pull that completes the spinal crank. [2,3] Competitors in ADCC, EBI, and no-gi competition increasingly need these escapes as 10th Planet techniques spread beyond the system's original schools. [3]
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MMA Escape
FamilyThe MMA Escape family covers escape techniques specifically adapted for mixed martial arts competition, where the threat of ground-and-pound strikes fundamentally changes the mechanics, urgency, and priorities of positional escapes. [1] In pure grappling, a bottom player can take time to methodically work an escape; in MMA, every second on bottom under a dominant position means absorbing punches, elbows, and hammer fists that can end the fight. [1,2] MMA escapes incorporate the cage wall for leverage (something unavailable in gi or no-gi grappling), account for striking threats (protecting the face while escaping), and often prioritise getting back to the feet (rather than recovering guard, which invites more ground-and-pound). [2,3] Fighters like Khabib Nurmagomedov's opponents and fighters defending against Jon Jones' top game have demonstrated that MMA-specific escape skills are essential for survival in the modern UFC. [3]
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Notes
Position escapes cover all transitions from disadvantaged to neutral or advantageous positions — not just traditional escapes but also reversals that go directly from defense to offense. The berimbolo is an example of a position escape that leads directly to back control. (Ribeiro, Jiu-Jitsu University; BJJ competition strategy)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the correct sequence for escaping mount position?
According to Chewjitsu, the sequence is critical: first get your legs free so you can bridge, then get your arms together and set your frames, and finally work your escape. The exact escape technique matters less than following this sequence properly.
Why is the bridge so important when escaping mount?
Chewjitsu emphasizes that the bridge is one of your most powerful weapons to off-balance the person on top, allowing you to get them moving and create the space needed to escape.
What should I avoid doing when escaping mount position?
Chewjitsu warns against the 'white belt hug' because it gives your opponent control of the inside position. Also avoid letting your opponent get the grapevine leg lock, as this is harder to deal with than having your opponent's heels tucked under your buttocks.
Should I choose a specific escape technique or does it vary?
Chewjitsu notes that the specific escape (hip escape vs. flipper escape) depends on how tight your opponent's legs are, but emphasizes that focusing on the proper sequence and setup is more important than mastering one particular escape method.
How does the Position Escape work?
Position Escape covers techniques for escaping from specialised control positions that don't fit within the standard mount, side control, or back escape categories — addressing unique positional challenges found in MMA, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, and modern submission grappling. This group includes escapes from crucifix, body triangle, truck position, leg ride, cradle, and other specialised control positions that have become increasingly common as positional systems have diversified.
Where does the Position Escape come from?
Position-specific escapes have become increasingly important as grappling positional systems have diversified beyond the traditional mount/side control/back hierarchy. Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet system (founded 2003) introduced positions like the truck and twister that required entirely new escape knowledge.
Is the Position Escape legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal defensive/transitional technique; IBJJF: legal — Legal; IJF: legal — Legal; ADCC: legal — Legal; UWW: legal — Legal, escape scores 1 point (freestyle), reversal scores 1 point; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal; NCAA Folkstyle: legal — Legal, escape scores 1 point, reversal scores 2 points
How dangerous is the Position Escape?
Danger rating 5/10. Moderate — specialised control positions often involve joint vulnerability (body triangle can compress the ribs, crucifix exposes the neck, truck position threatens the twister) and the escape may require movement through dangerous transitional positions
How do I set up the Position Escape?
The standard setup chain: Identify Position → Identify Control Mechanism → Address Primary Control → Create Space → Escape → Recover.
How do I defend against the Position Escape?
Standard counters include: When in control, counter escapes by: tightening the control mechanism when escape is attempted / Transitioning to submission when the escape exposes a limb or the neck / Switching to a different control position when the current one is being escaped / Using the opponent's escape energy to transition to a better position.
What are the variants of the Position Escape?
Common variants: Body triangle escape (prying open the ankle lock and sliding the hips free [1]); Crucifix escape (bridging and rolling to free the trapped arms); Truck position escape (addressing seatbelt and thigh hook to turn and face the o…); Cradle escape (fighting the hand lock and bridging to separate head and …); Leg ride escape (freeing the hooked legs and returning to standard bottom …); MMA-specific escapes (cage-assisted escapes from unique positions found in MMA).
How effective is the Position Escape in competition?
Position-specific escapes are increasingly relevant in high-level competition, particularly in ADCC (where the truck and body triangle are commonly seen) and MMA (where body triangle back control is a dominant strategy).
What are common mistakes when doing the Position Escape?
Top errors to watch for: Using standard escape mechanics against specialised positions — bridging and shrimping won't work against a body tria… / Ignoring the body triangle — many fighters focus on fighting hand controls while the body triangle slowly compresses … / Panicking in the crucifix — the crucifix removes arm defence and can feel helpless; remaining calm and methodically w… / Not knowing the position — fighters who don't train against specialised positions are caught completely off guard whe….
What are other names for the Position Escape?
The Position Escape is also known as Pojishon Esukēpu, Positional Escape, Position Recovery, Escape From Control.