In Jiu-jitsu, there is something referred to as "positional hierarchy". This means that certain positions have greater value than others in combat/contest. That value is determined on how much damage you can inflict on your opponent in comparison to the amount the opponent can do to you.
In sport Jiu-jitsu, this hierarchy is reflected in the point system. The most dominant positions. back mount and mount, are worth the most points. Lesser points are also awarded for knee on belly position, guard sweeps, guard passes and takedowns.
There are hundreds of opportunities for other positions and submissions en route, but the positional advancement we seek in Jiu-jitsu is ultimately aimed at gaining back control.
As I like to put it, we "prompt" our opponents into certain positions by using proper body mechanics.
In the video below, Jiu-jitsu black belt, Jason Scully demonstrates many back mount entry options. I like the video and wanted to share it because it reminds us that in almost all controlling positions, there is an opportunity to take back mount.
In sport Jiu-jitsu, this hierarchy is reflected in the point system. The most dominant positions. back mount and mount, are worth the most points. Lesser points are also awarded for knee on belly position, guard sweeps, guard passes and takedowns.
There are hundreds of opportunities for other positions and submissions en route, but the positional advancement we seek in Jiu-jitsu is ultimately aimed at gaining back control.
As I like to put it, we "prompt" our opponents into certain positions by using proper body mechanics.
In the video below, Jiu-jitsu black belt, Jason Scully demonstrates many back mount entry options. I like the video and wanted to share it because it reminds us that in almost all controlling positions, there is an opportunity to take back mount.
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