Escaping Dominate Position As Guard Recovery - Side Control

Guard recomposition is essential for maintaining a strong defensive position in BJJ. The techniques for escaping dominant positions such as side control, knee on belly, mount, and back control can be applied one step earlier to prevent the opponent from solidifying their position, thus aiding in guard recovery.

1. When flat on your back in side control, keep your palms facing towards you to avoid locking yourself down and exposing yourself to attacks.
2. Use a bridge not to displace the opponent but to unlock your shoulder, sequentially freeing yourself in reverse order of how the opponent passed your guard.
3. After bridging, drop your weight away from the opponent while maintaining frames with your arms to prevent them from following you.
4. Replace the arm frames with the stronger frames of your legs by lifting your hips and swinging your legs back into play.
5. Focus on the hands to organize your guard, transitioning into an open guard, closed guard, or any other preferred guard position.
6. Remember to keep your forearm parallel to the opponent's belt line to effectively manage their weight and prevent wrist injuries.
7. By practicing these movements, you'll improve your ability to maintain guard and escape from compromised positions, leading to a more confident and dynamic defensive game.