Defense

Question 1

When sprawling, what should you also do with the opponent’s head?

Answer 1

Apply a cross-face AND keep the head down

Question 2

If your opponent turns toward you when you have him in side control, how can you make him turn back?

Answer 2

Grab his lapel and apply a cross-face

Question 3

How does Roger Gracie defend against a strong opponent who pushes you with his arms from bottom side-control?

Answer 3

Attach your hands to his shoulders, then he can’t get up

Question 4

When your opponent has you in side control, is it good to attempt an underhook?

Answer 4

Yes very good

Question 5

True or false: it is helpful to deny an underhook when an opponent has your back?

Answer 5

True

Question 6

What is a good leverage to keep the opponent’s posture broken in your guard?

Answer 6

Grab the lapel behind his head with one hand

Question 7

Full Nelson Escape

Answer 7

• immediate S-grip across forehead
• posture up
• step behind opponent