Breaking Grips and Establishing Control

The instructor begins by breaking the opponent's grips and positioning his hand inside the collar with a curled wrist and heavy elbow. This initial grip control establishes the foundation for the triangle setup from closed guard.

Responding to Posture Up

As the opponent postures up, the instructor comes up onto his elbow, building a strong base with both elbow and hand. He begins punching and bridging to generate momentum and disrupt the opponent's structure.

Catching the Triangle During the Counter

As the opponent returns from the posture attempt, the instructor captures him in the triangle with one arm inside and one arm outside. This opportunistic capture uses the opponent's own momentum against him.

Securing Head Position and Breaking Posture

The instructor places his hand behind the opponent's head and safely releases his grip from the loop. Breaking the opponent's posture downward is critical before proceeding to the submission.

Transitioning to Shin Grip

Before releasing the head completely, the instructor grabs his own shin to secure the triangle lock. This grip transition maintains control while allowing for fine-tuning of arm placement if needed.

Adjusting and Creating the Post

The instructor shuffles his shoulders back while creating a post on his knee, establishing a strong defensive base. This positioning allows him to maintain control and prevent the opponent from driving forward into the triangle.

Finishing the Submission

With the triangle locked in place and proper positioning established, the instructor pulls the head downward while applying leg pressure to complete the choke. The combined pressure forces the submission.

Triangle Choke from Closed Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni

Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics

Triangle From Closed Guard

2 min read·7 key moments·PT1M video

Key Takeaways

•Breaking Grips and Establishing Control
•Responding to Posture Up
•Catching the Triangle During the Counter
•Securing Head Position and Breaking Posture

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This video covers breaking grips and establishing control, responding to posture up, catching the triangle during the counter. It provides detailed instruction from Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics.

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