Drills/escape

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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