Rafa roll

The Hop Roll is a guillotine variation designed for situations where the opponent is attempting a fast guard pass with one knee up. This move is a calculated risk, baiting the opponent to reach for an underhook, which is a common strategy for sweeping or climbing to the back.

1. Start with your knee up on the leg and the other knee on the ground, ready for a fast-paced exchange.
2. Place a hand on the floor to prevent falling backward, maintaining your weight forward.
3. Anticipate the opponent's movement towards the underhook and develop timing to open up space for them.
4. As the opponent moves, execute a roll past their movement and roll back over to the top position.
5. With your hand on your chest and the other on the floor, pull your elbow back first, then push your body up to secure the guillotine.
6. Be aware that you are setting a trap and be ready to execute the move as soon as you detect the opponent's motion.
7. If the opponent resists the half-guard smash guillotine, transition into the Hop Roll and roll back on top.
8. Maintain a wide base with your knees and hand on the ground for stability.
9. As you roll over and come back on top, pull your elbow back and lean up to tighten the guillotine.
10. Practice the move with a partner, focusing on bringing your hips up and opening your hand along the way to land in the guillotine position.
11. Repetition is key; practice the move to ensure fluidity and readiness when it's time to apply it in a live situation.

This technique is part of a series of moves that can be morphed and transitioned between, depending on the opponent's reactions. It's essential to have this fluidity in your arsenal for executing rolling guillotines effectively.