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Super Stomp·10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu
Super Stomp
SubFamilyスーパーストンプ(Sūpā Sutonpu)
Translation: Super stomp
Overview
Super Stomp is an elevated variant of The Stomp Position that creates additional downward pressure and opens transitions to back takes. [1]
Advanced StompElevated Stomp
History & Origin
Super Stomp is part of Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system, developed for no-gi and MMA competition. [1]
Effectiveness
Proven in professional MMA and no-gi grappling competition by 10th Planet practitioners. [1]
Lineage
10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu; Eddie Bravo lineage. [1]
Competition Record
Used in professional MMA and EBI competition
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — 10th Planet guard mechanics for Super Stomp
Position & Entry
From closed guard — Transition to Super Stomp
Variants
Not yet documented
Videos
1 video
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
3
Moderate3/10
Guard control position
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Advanced
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Restricted
— IJF — Guard pulling penalized as non-combativity — ground...
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDFLegal
— IBJJF — Legal — guard is fundamental to BJJ, sweeps from ...
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— ADCC — Legal, guard pull penalized -1 point in points por...
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— Unified MMA — Legal — no penalty for playing guard
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Requires flexibility for rubber guard positions (Bravo, 2006)
✓Drill no-gi specific grips
Common Mistakes
!Insufficient hip flexibility
!Losing head control
!Not maintaining posture break
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Closed guard → Break posture → Super Stomp → Submission or sweep
Sources & References
Primary Source
Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006)
1Book[1] Bravo, E. with Krauss, E. and Cordoza, G. (2006). Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu-Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition. Victory Belt Publishing.
2Citation[1] Bravo, E. with Krauss, E. and Cordoza, G. (2006). Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu-Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition. Victory Belt Publishing.
[1] Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard (2006) — technique description and application
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Athletics
Requires above-average hip flexibility
Good grip endurance
Notes
Super Stomp is a 10th Planet position documented in Mastering the Rubber Guard — an advanced version of the Stomp position with additional control elements. (Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard, 2006)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the purpose of getting an over-hook in the Super Stomp?
The over-hook is stronger because it allows you to control your opponent's arm and prevents them from easily defending by sticking their hand on that side and kicking back. According to 10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu instructor Heather, the over-hook gives you a dominant positioning advantage.
How do I escape if my opponent gets their head on the over-hook side?
If your opponent positions their head on the over-hook side, you can get your hand back and start pushing them away to create space and improve your defensive position, as explained by 10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu instructor Heather.
What's the goal after establishing the Super Stomp position?
The goal is to transition to butterfly guard by taking an over-hook, which provides better control and positioning to advance from the half guard position.
How does the Super Stomp work?
Super Stomp is an elevated variant of The Stomp Position that creates additional downward pressure and opens transitions to back takes.
Where does the Super Stomp come from?
Super Stomp is part of Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system, developed for no-gi and MMA competition.
Is the Super Stomp legal in competition?
IBJJF: legal — Legal — guard is fundamental to BJJ, sweeps from guard score 2 points; IJF: restricted — Guard pulling penalized as non-combativity — groundwork from guard permitted …; ADCC: legal — Legal, guard pull penalized -1 point in points portion; Unified MMA: legal — Legal — no penalty for playing guard; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Super Stomp?
Danger rating 3/10. Guard control position
How do I set up the Super Stomp?
The standard setup chain: Closed guard → Break posture → Super Stomp → Submission or sweep.
How do I defend against the Super Stomp?
Standard counters include: Posture up / Stack / Strip the leg control.
How effective is the Super Stomp in competition?
Used in professional MMA and EBI competition
What are common mistakes when doing the Super Stomp?
Top errors to watch for: Insufficient hip flexibility / Losing head control / Not maintaining posture break.
What are other names for the Super Stomp?
The Super Stomp is also known as Sūpā Sutonpu, Advanced Stomp, Elevated Stomp.