Jiu Jitsu Techniques
Strong Grip Armbar Finish!
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths breaks down how to finish the armbar when your opponent defends by holding their hands palm-to-palm. First, secure a high grip on your collar to establish...
Technical Armbar Finish
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths demonstrates how to get technical to finish the armbar when dealing with strong opponents who defend well. Start by securing the lacing arm close to the collar...
Nearside Wristlock + Armbar Finish
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths discusses a variation for securing a wrist lock when the far wrist is difficult to control, focusing instead on the near wrist. Start by positioning your...
Farside Wristlock + Armbar Finish
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths explains a technique to counter when an opponent grabs their own triceps with both hands, a common defensive posture in BJJ that typically makes arm attacks...
S-Mount Armbar Setup and Finish
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths demonstrates how to set up an armbar from the mounted position, integrating a choke to divert the opponent's defense. Here’s the step-by-step breakdown: Initiate with...
Closed Guard Armbar Finish While Stacked
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths outlines another effective strategy for handling an opponent who tries to stack you during an armbar from closed guard. If your opponent begins to stack...
How to Finish The Armbar When Stacked
In this scenario, Josh Griffiths details how to finish an armbar from the guard when the opponent attempts to stack and pull out of the submission. When your opponent begins...
Closed Guard Armbar to Opposite Side Armbar Finish
BJJ black belt Josh Griffiths breaks down an armbar switch, starting from a traditional armbar on the opponent’s right arm and finishing on the opposite arm. Initially, you grip and...
Closed Guard Armbar to Omoplata
If your opponent pulls the attacking arm out, immediately shift to the omoplata by wrapping over to that side. It’s crucial to dig your right heel down which makes your...
Closed Guard Armbar to Triangle
What happens if your opponent escapes the armbar? The key is to quickly decide your reaction based on the opponent's action. If the opponent tries to turn the corner, secure...
Closed Guard Armbar
This detailed take on the basic closed guard armbar is next level! Starting by lacing your far arm under to secure the opposite side sleeve to pull the elbow across the center line...
