CLASS: Stiff Arm Escape from Side Control (13-Sep-23)
Class Instructions
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10m
When your opponent attempts to bring his elbow to the other side of your head to prevent you from turning into him, you can use the stiff arm escape by pushing on his elbow or armpit with your arm and body aligned in a frame that will allow you to sit up and re-guard.
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