The Cock Block
SubFamilyザ・コックブロック(Za Kokku Burokku)
Translation: The cock block
Overview
The Cock Block is a defence against being slammed from closed guard or rubber guard, using leg positioning and grip adjustment to prevent the opponent from lifting. [1]
History & Origin
Developed by Eddie Bravo for 10th Planet. [1]
Effectiveness
Essential escape for no-gi practitioners. [1]
Lineage
10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu. [1]
Competition Record
Used in EBI and MMA
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
Defensive escape
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Training Notes
Common Mistakes
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
Sources & References
Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006)
[1] Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard (2006) — technique description and application
Community
Athletics
Hip mobility
Timing
Notes
The Cock Block is a 10th Planet defense documented in Mastering the Rubber Guard. Part of Bravo's defensive system against specific passes and attacks. (Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard, 2006)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the The Cock Block work?
The Cock Block is a defence against being slammed from closed guard or rubber guard, using leg positioning and grip adjustment to prevent the opponent from lifting.
Where does the The Cock Block come from?
Developed by Eddie Bravo for 10th Planet.
Is the The Cock Block legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal defensive technique; IBJJF: legal — Legal — escapes and sweeps are fundamental to BJJ, sweep from bottom scores 2…; IJF: legal — Legal; ADCC: legal — Legal, sweep scores 2 points (4 from mount/back); FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the The Cock Block?
Danger rating 2/10. Defensive escape
How do I set up the The Cock Block?
The standard setup chain: Under attack → The Cock Block → Guard recovery.
How do I defend against the The Cock Block?
Standard counters include: Maintain control / Re-establish position.
How effective is the The Cock Block in competition?
Used in EBI and MMA
What are common mistakes when doing the The Cock Block?
Top errors to watch for: Panicking / Not timing the hip movement.
What are other names for the The Cock Block?
The The Cock Block is also known as Za Kokku Burokku, Cock Block, Slam Defence.