Armbar from mount
A straight arm lock taken by isolating an arm and stepping a leg over the head.
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The armbar from mount isolates one arm, then rotates your hips to face the trapped shoulder as you step over the head. Control of the arm and a slow extension matter more than speed. It is a controlled joint lock, applied with attention to the tap.
Key steps
- From mount, trap one arm and climb to a higher mount near the armpits.
- Slide one hand under the trapped arm and turn your hips toward that shoulder.
- Step your front foot near the partner hip and swing the other leg over the head.
- Sit down close to the shoulder while keeping the arm trapped, thumb up.
- Pinch your knees and lift your hips slowly to extend the elbow.
- Release the moment your partner taps.
Study cues
- Isolate the arm and pin it to your chest
- Move to a high mount before stepping over
- Sit close to the shoulder and lower your hips as you extend
Common errors
- Losing the arm while switching hips
- Leaning back before the leg clears the head
- Extending suddenly instead of lifting the hips slowly