Escapes · Gi & no-gi
Bridge-and-roll mount escape
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Remove a supporting post and reverse into top guard.
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Mount · Escaping
Training
WATCH VIDEO · 4 min section · 1:10–5:10
Opens the video at this section · Gi demonstration4 Mistakes That’ll Murder Your Mount Escape
Stephan Kesting
Setup & key ideas
Also called upa · trap and roll · get out of mount
Before you start
- A trapped posting arm and controlled same-side base.
Key ideas
- Remove the post before committing to the turn.
- Use your hips rather than pushing the torso with straight arms.
- Rebuild posture when you land inside their guard.
Common pitfalls
- Finishing on top does not mean the opponent’s guard has been passed.
Connections Reactions and next steps
If they react…
IF
They widen their base or free the posting hand
Protect your arms and recover an elbow–knee connection before moving the hips.
Explore Elbow–knee mount escapeWhere this can lead
- Closed guard · Passing guard
The arm and same-side base are controlled through the reversal.