Introduction and Context
Giancarlo Bodoni, ADCC 2022 Champion, presents an escape from the back body triangle, a position widely considered one of the most difficult to escape in jiu jitsu. Bodoni notes that this escape was successfully used against teammate Nicholas Marigali during competition, and emphasizes that turning-based escapes are among the fastest and most reliable methods available.
Advantages of the Turning Escape
The turning escape is effective regardless of which side the opponent's seatbelt control is on, whether the opponent has a top or bottom side body triangle, or whether they employ double underhooks. This universal application eliminates the need to identify specific control positions before choosing an escape strategy, allowing the practitioner to adapt as the opponent adjusts their grip.
Breaking Chest-to-Back Connection
The foundation of the escape involves disrupting the opponent's chest-to-back connection, as this connection is essential for maintaining control with the body triangle. Bodoni separates the opponent's grip by placing hands defensively and snaking an arm to the inside, beginning the process of creating distance from the opponent's torso.
Initial Movement and Elbow Whip
With the opponent's hands controlled, the practitioner quickly whips up to their elbow while turning their chest down to the floor and scissoring their legs. Minimal separation from the opponent is needed—only one to two inches—to initiate the escape successfully, as the opponent will naturally chase the practitioner as they begin to move.
Continuous Rolling Technique
The practitioner commits to continuous rolling, turning repeatedly while the opponent attempts to chase and maintain the chest-to-back connection. The roll typically requires three to four turns, though up to six may be necessary, progressively loosening the opponent's leg lock while keeping them off balance and behind the escaping player's movement.
Elbow Cut and Direction Change
Once sufficient momentum has been generated, the practitioner quickly cuts their elbow across the opponent's hips and reverses direction. This movement further loosens the triangle lock and allows the practitioner to transition away from the back control.
Managing the Mount Transition
The escape may result in the practitioner ending in bottom mount position, which Bodoni considers preferable to remaining trapped in back control with a body triangle. Upon landing in mount, the practitioner should immediately execute a bridge and work toward establishing knee-on-belly positioning or a standard mount escape.
Defensive Positioning and Follow-Up
By preemptively preparing for the possibility of mounting, the practitioner can immediately transition into escape techniques such as kipping or oblique escaping as the opponent repositions. Success is achieved once the body triangle and back control have been eliminated, regardless of whether the practitioner ends in top position, bottom mount, or neutral position.
How to Escape Back Body Triangle by Giancarlo Bodoni
Key Takeaways
- •Introduction and Context
- •Advantages of the Turning Escape
- •Breaking Chest-to-Back Connection
- •Initial Movement and Elbow Whip
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about body triangle escape?
This video covers introduction and context, advantages of the turning escape, breaking chest-to-back connection. It provides detailed instruction from Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics.
How long does it take to learn body triangle escape?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing body triangle escape?
The escape may result in the practitioner ending in bottom mount position, which Bodoni considers preferable to remaining trapped in back control with a body triangle. Upon landing in mount, the practitioner should immediately execute a bridge and work toward establishing knee-on-belly positioning or a standard mount escape.
