Concept | Hip Connection

Maintaining hip connection is crucial when dealing with an opponent in the turtle position. The goal is to keep your hips attached to the opponent's hips, ensuring that you move with them. This connection prevents the opponent from escaping or recovering guard during transitions.

1. Position your hips in line with the opponent's hips, aiming your belt line to match theirs.
2. Apply pressure by pulling back, which anchors you to the opponent without the immediate need for grips.
3. As the opponent attempts to forward roll or turn to face you, maintain the hip connection to stay attached and in control.
4. Adjust your position by sitting back on your heels, which helps in anchoring and pulling the opponent back.
5. Practice following the opponent's movements with your hips, ensuring that you remain behind them without relying on hand grips.
6. By mastering this hip attachment, you create a stable base that facilitates transitions into other attacks or control positions.

This concept of hip connection is fundamental for controlling an opponent from the turtle position and sets the stage for successful entries into subsequent techniques.