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Arm Drag Advanced Basics for Submission Grappling and More

Arm Drag Advanced Basics for Submission Grappling and More

From Knight Jiu Jitsu

February 19, 2026

The arm drag is one of the most useful tools in grappling, with applications in mma and self-defense. Understanding how and when to apply arm drags can make the difference in clinch fighting and takedowns. I’m this video, Aaron Jannetti and I look at the fundamentals of arm drags and multiple applications.

Included in this video:
0:00 - Intro
0:48 - Basic Mechanics & Drills
2:42 - Initiating & Eliciting
3:28 - Arm Drags from Clinch
4:49 - Like & Subscribe
5:08 - Takedown Options Inside & Outside
6:44 - Split Stance Knee Tap
8:13 - Drop Drag Takedown
9:38 - Head Outside Split Stance
11:02 - Note on Misalignment for Off-Balancing
11:47 - Outtro

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