Double Under Pass Recovery | Elbow Sit-Up

Recovering from a double under pass, particularly when being stacked and flexibility is limited, involves a sit-up escape. This escape is crucial as a last resort to prevent ending up in a compromised position.

1. When your opponent has secured a double under and begins to stack you, it's essential to act before your knees are pushed down and you lose the ability to frame and manage distance.
2. Make a grip with the part of your hands that's under your opponent's elbow.
3. Post your elbow on the mat and simultaneously push your opponent's head down while kicking their arm upwards to facilitate the sit-up.
4. As you sit up, slide your hips back in a butt scooping motion to escape and regain control.
5. It's important to time the escape correctly. Utilize the momentum as your opponent drives their weight forward to off-balance them and transfer their weight to the opposite side.
6. When your opponent reaches for your collar and gets close, establish a grip under their elbow and on the gi. Ensure your elbow is posted on the floor, not inside, to maintain a strong frame.
7. Use your legs against their head to aid in sitting up, then push away and slide your hips back to recover your guard.