Concept | Back Reset | Seat-Belt Control | Active Hooks

Overcoming the challenge of an opponent trying to escape back control involves maintaining a strong connection with your chest to their back. This connection is crucial for control, regardless of whether hooks are in place. However, in sport Jiu-Jitsu, securing hooks is important for scoring points, and in self-defense situations, it ensures attachment and control.

When an opponent attempts to escape by putting weight on your bottom leg to prevent hook reinsertion, you must act quickly to avoid losing position. If they manage to bridge onto you, you might be forced to transition to another position, such as mount, which is not desirable when you want to maintain back control.

1. If the opponent hops over your leg and applies pressure to prevent you from inserting your hook, use your free leg to create an opening. Hook your free leg behind their knee, ensuring your foot is flexed for a secure grip.
2. With this grip behind their knee, kick out to shift their weight off of you. This movement will free your trapped leg.
3. Once your leg is free, you can use the same motion to reset their back, allowing you to reinsert your hook if desired.
4. Alternatively, you can immediately insert your hook as you kick their weight off, giving you the option to control their leg and proceed with your preferred back reset technique.
5. If flexibility is an issue, the top hook can still be used effectively to push the opponent off and regain the ability to reset the back position.

The key is to ensure the opponent's weight is lifted off your leg, preventing them from crushing you or escaping. By doing so, you maintain back control and avoid the disappointment of losing a dominant position.