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Extreme Upper Body SubmissionΒ·Roger Gracie TV
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Translation: extreme upper body submission
Range & classification
Category
Strike & defenceLocksClose rangeFighting multiple people
Distance
CloseMiddleLong
Body target
Upper bodyMiddle bodyLower body
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]
Unconventional Upper Body LockExotic Submission
History & Origin
Documented across multiple grappling traditions. [1]
Country of originΒ· shown in random order
- BrazilBJJ, MMA
- JapanBJJ, Judo
- EnglandCatch Wrestling
- USACatch Wrestling, MMA
- KoreaHapkido
- GreecePankration
- ChinaChin Na
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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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action β Extreme Upper Body Submission-specific grappling mechanics
Position & Entry
From grappling position β Execute extreme upper body submission
Variants
Standard Extreme Upper Body Submission
Videos
1 video
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
7
Very High7/10
Grappling technique with joint/choke danger
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
β IBJJF β Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDFβ kansetsu-waza
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDFβ ADCC β Legal β all submissions legal in ADCC
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDFβ Unified MMA β Legal submission technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFβ FIAS Sport Sambo β Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFβ FIAS Combat Sambo β Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFTraining Notes
βPractise with controlled resistance (Sattler, 2007)
Common Mistakes
!Poor control
!Rushing
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Position β Extreme Upper Body Submission
Sources & References
Primary Source
The Ultimate Guide to Grappling (Sattler, 2007)
1Book[1] Sattler, J. (ed.) (2007). The Ultimate Guide to Grappling. Black Belt Books. ISBN 978-0-89750-291-7.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Sattler, J
2Citation[1] Sattler, J. (ed.) (2007). The Ultimate Guide to Grappling. Black Belt Books. ISBN 978-0-89750-291-7.
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 β techniques like the tarikoplata, baratoplata, and other modern innovations that attack unusual joint angles. (Modern BJJ competition innovations)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the first thing I should do when setting up an arm lock from closed guard?
According to Roger Gracie, the most important first step is to secure and hold the arm firmly while creating tension, rather than immediately going for the lock. This prevents your opponent from pulling their arm back or escaping before you've established control.
How do I prevent my opponent from pulling their arm free during the submission?
Roger Gracie emphasizes keeping the arm secured against your chest with your elbow pointing over their arm, which makes it very hard for them to pull out. You should also avoid letting their arm go inside between your legs, and instead pull their elbow back into position on top of your hips.
What's the sequence for finishing the arm lock once I have control?
Roger Gracie's sequence is: hold the arm first with tension, then pull the elbow to position it on your hips, climb your hips up, raise your hips, and finally tap to complete the submission.
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 β Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi; IJF: legal β Legal β elbow joint lock (kansetsu-waza), one of the permitted submission catβ¦; ADCC: legal β Legal β all submissions legal in ADCC; Unified MMA: legal β Legal submission technique; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal β Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal β 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 β 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.