Half Guard | Back Step | Berimbolo

Half Guard | Back Step | Berimbolo

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Executing a backstep to back take when the opponent has an underhook from half guard:

  1. Post hands on the mat for balance and pinch the elbow on the side of the underhook to slow the opponent down.
  2. Lean forward, retract the leg to trap the opponent's leg, and switch sides without hugging the head. Instead, look to the opponent's armpit and lock it with your elbow.
  3. Control the opponent's knee with your left hand and use the other hand to block their armpit.
  4. Ensure your elbow is high to control the opponent's arm and prevent them from framing against your back.
  5. Keep your knee up to defend your back and maintain grips on the opponent's leg and armpit.
  6. When ready to roll, ensure your foot is squeezing the opponent's leg to ensure they follow during the roll.
  7. Execute a front roll over your shoulder, controlling the opponent's leg on top of the knee.
  8. As you roll, bring the opponent's leg with you and kick out with your other leg to off-balance them.
  9. Transition your hand from the opponent's leg to control their arm and establish a seatbelt grip.
  10. Finish by taking the back and inserting the second hook to secure the position.

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