Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Techniques May 2026

| Rank | Position | Offensive Options | Defensive Priority | |------|----------|-------------------|--------------------| | 1 (Best) | Back Control | Rear-Naked Choke, Bow-and-Arrow Choke | Hand fighting, protecting neck | | 2 | Mount | Armbar, Cross choke, Ezekiel | Bridge & Roll (Upa), Elbow escape | | 3 | Side Control | Papercutter choke, Knee on belly | Frame, reguard | | 4 | Guard (Top) | Pass attempts | Sweeps (e.g., Tripod) | | 5 (Worst) | Bottom Mount | (No submissions) | Escape immediately |

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