Being squashed sucks! but if you can get an underhook and start getting on your side, then this is a game-changer. In this video, Sophia shows you how to make proper frames to stop being squashed and to get an underhook, and set up some really effective escapes so you can get out of underneath side control.
Learning the fundamentals of passing is essential. Once you've nailed them then here are a few drills that will take you to the next level with your passing. Here you'll learn fast foot work, the small movements (which are much harder to do than big movements) and hip switches to help you deal with really difficult guard players.
Open guard is so dynamic especially with all the variations. Grips are essential. There are some crappy grips and then some super effective 'death' grips. Here Sophia McDermott shows you the grip she uses all the time and why it's so good. Give these drills a try!
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If you are smaller and you are on mount on a bigger opponent, Sophia shows you how to stay on top and defend against the bridge and roll. She shares with you some unique angles and sneaky transitions that can make all the difference.
Dealing with wiggly opponents in mount In this video Sophia McDermott shows you a way to transition if you are dealing with a wiggly opponent underneath mount. This technique is really great to stop your opponent from wriggling out behind you.
Here is a great drill to help with making angles and transitioning seamlessly from one submission to another. This is a great drill for beginners to build on getting a killer closed guard. Give these drills a try!
Tweaks I made when you have shorter limbs on bigger opponents to get the sweep. In this video Sophia McDermott shows you some tweaks that are a game changer when it comes to getting the sweep on bigger opponents when you have shorter limbs. Try this out to ensure more success with your submissions from closed guard!
Do you have trouble finishing the triangle choke? Sophia McDermott shares with you five ways to finish from this position. SO even if you can't get the choke, no sweat. Sophia shows you other options. Give these drill a try!
