The Stomp Position

SubFamily

ザ・ストンプポジション(Za Sutonpu Pojishon)

Translation: The stomp position

Overview

The Stomp Position is entered when the opponent achieves double underhooks from inside guard; the bottom player uses the position to set up stomps, sweeps, and the Godfather series. [1]

Also known as
StompFailed Double Underhook RecoveryWrestling

History & Origin

The Stomp Position 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 Action10th Planet guard mechanics for The Stomp Position

Position & Entry

From closed guardTransition to The Stomp Position

Variants

Not yet documented

Videos

Ways to use Mini Stomp, 10th Planet Orange Park Jiu Jitsu

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The Stomp Position·10th Planet Orange Park

Ways to use Mini Stomp, 10th Planet Orange Park, #10thplanetjiujitsu #10thplanet https://www.10porangepark.com/ Che

10th Planet Fundamentals Half Guard Stomp & Super Stomp 2 of 2 Heather

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The Stomp Position·10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu
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What Instructors Say

The Stomp Position is a half-guard control mechanism used to establish a stable base and transition to offensive guard positions, particularly in 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu. Both instructors emphasize precise foot placement and upper-body control as foundational elements. 10th Planet Orange Park stresses catching the opponent's knee as they step in, positioning the outside foot first beneath the leg before layering the inside foot on top to create a sandwich effect, with elbows tucked tight to the hips to prevent cross-face attacks and enable underhook access. This positioning enables transitions to wrestling-style takedowns, leg attacks, or butterfly guard entries. 10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu describes a sequential foot progression—pre-stomp, stomp, and super-stomp—executed with precise hand control (overhook and "pimp arm" on the opponent's knee) before transitioning to butterfly guard or the 50/50 position called "kookoo." While Orange Park focuses on timing the foot placement during the opponent's knee movement and emphasizes wrestling-up sequences and leg lock opportunities, Denver emphasizes the protective function of the stomp series against passing attempts and the importance of maintaining proper hip positioning when transitioning to butterfly. Both agree on the critical timing of catching the position early before the opponent's knee reaches the mat and the necessity of elbow-to-hip positioning for control.

Synthesized from 2 instructors

  • 10th Planet Orange ParkWays to use Mini Stomp, 10th Planet Orange Park Jiu Jitsu: Detailed foot placement sequencing (outside foot first, inside foot over top), timing of the catch during opponent's knee movement, applications to wrestling-up transitions, leg hug sequences, and alternatives including Oshi setups and butterfly guard entries.
  • 10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu10th Planet Fundamentals Half Guard Stomp & Super Stomp 2 of 2 Heather: Sequential stomp progression (pre-stomp, stomp, super stomp), hand positioning terminology (overhook and pimp arm), defensive applications against passing, transition to kookoo position and 50/50 guard, and emphasis on proper hip and head positioning during transitions.

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Ratings

Danger Rating

Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to

3
Moderate3/10

Guard control position

Difficulty

Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably

Advanced
Competition Legality

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 27PDF
Legal
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 RulesPDF

Training 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 → The Stomp Position → 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

Community

Athletics

Requires above-average hip flexibility

Good grip endurance

Notes

The stomp position is documented in Mastering the Rubber Guard as a 10th Planet control position. Part of Bravo's systematic approach to no-gi grappling from half guard and rubber guard. (Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard, 2006)

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the correct foot placement order when setting up the stomp?

Place your outside foot first, then bring your inside foot over the top to create a sandwich fold. Keep your elbows inside your hips throughout for a tight position.

How do I use the stomp against wrestlers who don't want to fall?

If they won't fall, attack their exposed limbs instead. You can push their knee down, circle around, and transition to submissions like the truck or arm triangle guillotine.

What's the most important detail when using knee pressure in the stomp?

The knee-to-shoulder contact is the most important part. Using only a foot-to-heel connection will be loose and allow your opponent to pull their arm free.

Why is an over-hook better than an under-hook from stomp position?

An over-hook gives you more defensive options and makes it harder for your opponent to push you away, whereas an under-hook leaves them in a stronger defensive position.

How does the The Stomp Position work?

The Stomp Position is entered when the opponent achieves double underhooks from inside guard; the bottom player uses the position to set up stomps, sweeps, and the Godfather series.

Where does the The Stomp Position come from?

The Stomp Position is part of Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system, developed for no-gi and MMA competition.

Is the The Stomp Position 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 The Stomp Position?

Danger rating 3/10. Guard control position

How do I set up the The Stomp Position?

The standard setup chain: Closed guard → Break posture → The Stomp Position → Submission or sweep.

How do I defend against the The Stomp Position?

Standard counters include: Posture up / Stack / Strip the leg control.

How effective is the The Stomp Position in competition?

Used in professional MMA and EBI competition

What are common mistakes when doing the The Stomp Position?

Top errors to watch for: Insufficient hip flexibility / Losing head control / Not maintaining posture break.

What are other names for the The Stomp Position?

The The Stomp Position is also known as Za Sutonpu Pojishon, Stomp, Failed Double Underhook Recovery.