Guillotine Escape
No-GiGi
A heavy top control drill focusing on pinning your opponent with an arm under their back and transitioning to a dominant side control by Craig Jones.
Drill Steps
1
Start with your arm under their back.
- Ensure a deep underhook or cradle grip
- Maintain tight connection to their body
2
Walk your opponent in tight.
- Bring your feet closer to their hips
- Eliminate any space between your bodies
3
Apply bouncing pressure.
- Use rhythmic movements to disrupt their base
- Keep constant heavy pressure downwards
4
Place your head on the mat.
- Use your head for base and downward force
- Keep your neck strong and engaged
5
Commit all your weight onto your opponent.
- Distribute your body weight fully
- Feel them carry your entire mass
6
Transition to side control.
- Maintain head and shoulder pressure throughout the transition
- Secure dominant grips immediately in side control
Detailed Breakdown
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