Side Control Escape — Bridge and Roll

BridgingThe escapesBridge fromand sideRoll controlescape rely onuses explosive hip movement to disrupt the top opponent’s base. In the bridge and roll escape, the bottom player drivesDriving the hips upward and toward the opponent,opponent using thegenerates momentum to roll them over and reverse positions.

The bridge and turn variation emphasizes turning toward the opponent while bridging, which allows the defender to slip an underhook or insert a knee to recover guard.

Timing is critical, as initiating the bridge too early or withoutcritical; controlling an arm canor allowgrip before bridging ensures the opponent tocannot maintain heavy pressure or counter with submissions like armbars or kimuras.submissions.