If you are tired of getting flattened and smashed in chest-to-chest side control, this video is your cure.
John Danaher black belt and No-Gi World Champion Placido Santos reveals the exact "Over-Back" framing system he uses to escape one of the worst positions in BJJ and turn it into a devastating sweep.
In this video, Bernardo Faria and Placido Santos break down how to escape the dreaded reverse-underhook side control. You will learn how to systematically separate your opponent's elbows from their knees, secure an over-back grip, and use their own body weight against them—similar to the highly effective Octopus Guard.
Placido’s story is incredible: he balances raising 8 kids and running a small school while competing at the highest levels, proving that highly efficient, risk-taking technique can conquer youth and brute strength.
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⏱️ Video Chapters (Skip to Your Favorite Part):
00:00 - Meet Placido Santos: The Danaher Black Belt with 8 Kids
02:39 - Why Pin Escapes Are the Foundation of a Dangerous Guard
05:18 - The Problem: Escaping Reverse Underhook Side Control
05:56 - The "Armpit-to-Armpit" Secret to Stripping Top Pressure
06:35 - The Bridging Series: Forcing the Forearm Frame
07:01 - Securing the Over-Back Grip & Building Base
07:23 - Scenario 1: The Scramble to the Knees
08:41 - Scenario 2: Countering the Forward Roll
09:14 - The "Momentum Trap": Sweeping Them With Their Own Weight
10:30 - Placido’s Mindset: Why Taking Risks Makes Your Escapes Better
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