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Turtle top rolling into back guard

Very effective way to attack the second hook, once the person is on turtle and you have the first hook in.
This is also an important part of the concept that will be use in many other situations to take the back, including the berimbolo.

Author: Felipe Costa
Type: Transition
Category: Positioning
From: Turtle (Top)
Into: Back Guard (Bottom)
Level: Purple Belt
Language: English

Key points:

  • If you have the right hook in, you roll over the right shoulder. 
  • If you have the left hook in, you roll over the left shoulder.
  • When you roll, make sure to use your hand to keep control over the hip of your opponent.
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