Extreme Upper Body Submission
SubFamilyExtreme・Upper・ボディ・Submission(Extreme Upper Body Submission)
Translation: extreme upper body submission
Overview
The Extreme Upper Body Submission targets unconventional upper body joints including the wrist, fingers, and shoulder in configurations not commonly seen in sport grappling. [1]
History & Origin
Documented across multiple grappling traditions. [1]
Effectiveness
Proven in competition and cross-style challenge matches. [1]
Lineage
Multi-style grappling tradition. [1]
Competition Record
Used in UFC and professional MMA competition
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
Grappling technique with joint/choke danger
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
The Ultimate Guide to Grappling (Sattler, 2007)
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Sattler, J
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Sattler, J
Community
Athletics
Good body control and flexibility
Notes
Extreme upper body submissions include rare and exotic techniques beyond standard armbars and shoulder locks — techniques like the tarikoplata, baratoplata, and other modern innovations that attack unusual joint angles. (Modern BJJ competition innovations)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Extreme Upper Body Submission work?
The Extreme Upper Body Submission targets unconventional upper body joints including the wrist, fingers, and shoulder in configurations not commonly seen in sport grappling.
Where does the Extreme Upper Body Submission come from?
Documented across multiple grappling traditions.
Is the Extreme Upper Body Submission legal in competition?
IBJJF: legal — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi; IJF: legal — Legal — elbow joint lock (kansetsu-waza), one of the permitted submission cat…; ADCC: legal — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC; Unified MMA: legal — Legal submission technique; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Extreme Upper Body Submission?
Danger rating 7/10. Grappling technique with joint/choke danger
How do I set up the Extreme Upper Body Submission?
The standard setup chain: Position → Extreme Upper Body Submission.
How do I defend against the Extreme Upper Body Submission?
Standard counters include: Technique-specific counters.
What are the variants of the Extreme Upper Body Submission?
Common variants: Standard Extreme Upper Body Submission.
How effective is the Extreme Upper Body Submission in competition?
Used in UFC and professional MMA competition
What are common mistakes when doing the Extreme Upper Body Submission?
Top errors to watch for: Poor control / Rushing.
What are other names for the Extreme Upper Body Submission?
The Extreme Upper Body Submission is also known as Extreme Upper Body Submission, Unconventional Upper Body Lock, Exotic Submission.