Partner Drills | Toreando | Side Roll

When attempting to invert from the turtle position to recover legs and finding your hip stuck, a switch of the knees can facilitate repositioning to face your partner. This is done by:

1. Placing the knee on the floor as you feel your hip is stuck and unable to invert.
2. Bringing the elbow in while using the forehead to look to the opposite side, initiating the roll.
3. Transitioning the right shoulder to the floor, followed by the left, as you start to switch positions.
4. Using the incoming knee as a frame to prevent the partner from smashing down on you.
5. Avoiding the push against the partner, instead using the legs to draw the partner closer.
6. Stepping through to recover the guard as you complete the turn.

This technique is crucial for re-guarding when the initial inversion is not possible due to the hip being immobilized.