Drills/escape

Armbar Escape

No-GiGi

This drill by Craig Jones teaches a methodical escape from an armbar when your opponent is actively trying to break your arm over their hip, focusing on creating time and controlling their leg.

Drill Steps

1

Start flat on your back with an armbar applied.

  • Recognize your arm is in danger of being broken
  • Feel your opponent's weight on your hip
2

Lift one shoulder off the ground to create space.

  • This buys you time against the immediate arm break
  • Change your body angle to deny their primary breaking hip
3

Slide your elbow under your opponent's leg near their ankle.

  • Create a strong structure with your forearm
  • This provides a 'cross face up' control point
4

Keep your elbow tight to your body and on the mat.

  • Prevent them from overpowering your structure
  • This creates a stable base to counter their leg pressure
5

As your opponent drags your arm, flatten your back.

  • Anticipate them trying to break your arm over their other hip
  • Use their movement to initiate your escape
6

Push their legs to the other side of your body.

  • Remove their leg leverage from your trapped arm
  • This clears the breaking point from your elbow

Detailed Breakdown

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