Double Drag | Arm Roll Back Take

Chasing the arm during arm drags is a key opportunity, especially when using the Gi, but the concepts apply to No-Gi as well. The focus is on manipulating the opponent's arm to gain advantageous positions.

1. Initiate an arm drag and roll the opponent's arm down, as if setting up for an Omoplata. If the opponent resists and pulls away, roll the arm in the opposite direction, hinting at an Armbar attempt.
2. When the opponent resists the Armbar by rolling the arm down, continue the motion, internally rotating the arm until you can push their elbow to the floor.
3. If the hook isn't immediately available, place your heel on the opponent's hip, perform a hip escape, and drag their hip towards you to secure the hook.
4. Catch the far shoulder to prevent escape and proceed to chase the back, benefiting from the opponent's arm being broken down and trapped.
5. Understand that the arm acts as a turnstile to the back. Techniques include moving, ducking under, going over, or, in this case, going through the arm by breaking down its structure.
6. This arm manipulation can lead into Half Guard or serve as a deflection or redirection guard from a seated position, aiming to off-balance the opponent and attach to their limbs.
7. By doubling up on the arm and diving in, you can turn the arm down for an Omoplata, follow the opponent's resistance, and then fully rotate the arm to trap it against your belly and push the elbow to the mat.
8. Drag the opponent towards you, secure the far shoulder, and establish a Seatbelt grip. With the Gi, this position sets up Collar Chokes, and without the Gi, it allows for Short Chokes with the fulcrum behind the opponent's shoulder.