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How To Escape Bottom Side Control by Dan Hart

How To Escape Bottom Side Control by Dan Hart

From Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics

June 25, 2026

Dan Hart (a Henry Akins black belt) shows Bernardo Faria an unconventional "Hard Roll" escape that instantly reverses bottom side control and lands you straight in a dominant top Scarf Hold.

Being stuck in bottom side control is one of the most frustrating spots in Jiu-Jitsu, especially when a heavier or younger partner is smashing you. Instead of fighting for traditional underhooks or getting your frames crushed, Dan traps the posting arm and uses a bottom hip toss motion to flip your opponent. You don't just escape. You land directly in top Kesa Gatame and take over the position.

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Chapters
0:00 Intro: Dan Hart (Henry Akins black belt)
0:29 The setup: unconventional grips from bottom side control
0:47 Why you must trap the wrist
1:00 The bridge and roll
1:17 Landing in top Scarf Hold (Kesa Gatame)
1:26 Full speed
1:36 Why this sweep is so hard to stop

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