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Quick Introduction​

The back mount (or back take) is one of the most dominant control positions in Jiu-Jitsu, alongside the full mount. The goal is to position yourself behind your opponent — as if wearing them like a "backpack" — removing their direct offensive options while opening pathways for attacks to the neck and arms. The effectiveness of this control lies in the combination of body connection (chest-to-back contact + proper head positioning) and limb engagement (arms and legs) to limit mobility and maintain control.

Position Overview​

Station: Immobilization

Achieved from: Turtle, failed guard passes, transitions from mount

Leads to: Rear Naked Choke, collar chokes, arm attacks, armbars from back

Back Mount Control Types (3 Main Variations)​

🎯 Seatbelt Grip (Most Common)​

Objective

Maximum control with ideal submission setup; maintain back control while creating pathways for chokes and arm attacks

Main Characteristic

One arm over the shoulder (attacking hand) and the other under the armpit (support hand); hands clasped at chest

Execution (Step by Step)

  1. Once you've reached opponent's back, glue your chest to theirs
  2. Establish seatbelt grip - one arm over shoulder, one under opposite armpit
  3. Insert hooks inside opponent's thighs whenever possible
  4. Keep head aligned over one of opponent's shoulders
  5. Heels dig into hip creases for hook control
  6. Follow opponent's rolls - if they turn, move together to keep connection
  7. Alternate between choking attempts and arm attacks

Technical Details

  • Commonly used once both legs are engaged (double hooks or body lock)
  • Head prevents opponent from flattening back to mat
  • There's no "wrong" side for seatbelt - both neck and armpit sides offer different attack routes
  • When falling toward armpit side, keep head over shoulder to prevent mat escape

Tactical Advantage

Ideal for attacking; highest control percentage; direct path to rear naked choke and arm attacks; prevents opponent from seeing attacks; allows constant pressure alternation

🔒 Body Lock/Body Triangle (Absolute Control)​

Objective

Near-absolute control with lower body lock while maintaining upper body attack options

Main Characteristic

Legs closed in figure-four around opponent's waist/hip instead of traditional hooks

Execution (Step by Step)

  1. Start from standard back mount with hooks
  2. Triangle legs around opponent's waist (outside foot locks behind inside knee)
  3. Position lock on opposite side of choking arm for best angle
  4. Squeeze torso to restrict movement and breathing
  5. Maintain seatbelt or double underhooks for upper body control
  6. When opponent tries to stand or throw you off, tighten lock
  7. Adjust angle by rotating body lock position as needed

Competition Notes

  • Does NOT score points under IBJJF rules (hooks required)
  • DOES score under ADCC and many other rulesets
  • Provides near-absolute control making escapes extremely difficult

Tactical Advantage

Extremely difficult to escape; allows focus on upper body attacks; creates breathing pressure; maintains control even when opponent stands

🌀 Double Underhooks (Standing/Transitional)​

Objective

Greater control when legs are not fully engaged; effective when opponent stands or during transitions

Main Characteristic

Both arms go under opponent's armpits instead of seatbelt configuration

Execution (Step by Step)

  1. Thread both arms under opponent's armpits
  2. Clasp hands together at chest or grip own wrists
  3. Pull opponent tight against your chest
  4. Use when opponent stands up or tries to throw you forward
  5. Maintain control while working to insert hooks
  6. Transition to seatbelt once hooks established
  7. Can attack arms directly from this position

When to Use

  • Legs not yet engaged or hooks being cleared
  • Opponent standing up or attempting forward throw
  • Transitioning from turtle or during scrambles
  • Setting up arm attacks (kimura, armbar transitions)

Tactical Advantage

Provides control without leg engagement; prevents forward escapes; allows arm attacks; useful during standing back control

Important Observations (General Rules)​

Core Principles​

  1. 🎯 Chest-to-back connection is fundamental - Keep chest glued to opponent's back at all times; removes space and neutralizes offensive options
  2. 💪 Move WITH the opponent - More than holding, follow every shift and roll to maintain connection; if they roll, you roll
  3. ⏱️ Priority hierarchy - Insert hooks whenever possible; if not, maintain hand control to stay connected while adjusting legs
  4. 🔄 Head positioning matters - Keep head aligned over opponent's shoulder; prevents them from flattening to mat and aids escape prevention
  5. 🎮 Variation selection - Choose based on situation:
    • Seatbelt → Standard control with maximum attack options
    • Body Triangle → Absolute control when hooks being cleared
    • Double Underhooks → When legs not engaged or opponent standing

Connection to Theories​

Applying core principles:

  • Weight Distribution: Backpack principle - distributed across their back; chest-to-back removes space
  • Limb Distribution: Arms control posture and create attack opportunities; legs isolate hips (main source of movement)
  • Connection Points: Hooks + seatbelt = multiple control points; head acts as additional post
  • Movement Adaptation: Connection and adaptation over static holding; sync with opponent's movements
  • Structural Relations: Chest-to-back neutralizes offense; head prevents mat escapes; limbs create attack pathways

Common Mistakes​

⚠️ Crossing feet carelessly - Can expose to ankle locks, though sometimes useful when opponent stands (be cautious in competition)

⚠️ Leaning back excessively - Allows opponent to sit up and escape; maintain chest connection

⚠️ Chasing neck prematurely - Lose position control for failed submission; secure position first

⚠️ Loose hooks - Too easy to clear; maintain active heel pressure in hip creases

⚠️ Static holding - Must move with opponent; focus on following shifts and rolls

⚠️ Ignoring head position - Head over shoulder prevents mat escapes through arm side

⚠️ Not alternating attacks - Switching between neck and hook adjustments forces defensive reactions

🥋 Back Take Entries​

From Turtle Position (Most Common)​

Setup: Opponent in defensive turtle

Execution:

  1. Opponent turtles up defensively
  2. Establish seatbelt control (one arm over shoulder, one under armpit)
  3. Opposite-side leg establishes first hook
  4. Use seatbelt to roll them slightly
  5. Insert second hook
  6. Secure back mount with both hooks

Key Details: Most common entry; opponent often goes to turtle; seatbelt before hooks; patience in establishing position

Tactical Use: Primary back take entry; appears constantly in training and competition

From Half Guard (Underhook Climb)​

Setup: Bottom half guard with deep underhook

Execution:

  1. Deep underhook from bottom half guard
  2. Come to knees using underhook
  3. Climb onto their back as they defend
  4. Establish seatbelt grip
  5. Insert first hook
  6. Secure second hook for complete back mount

Key Details: Natural from active half guard; requires explosive movement; underhook must be deep

Tactical Use: High-percentage from half guard bottom; scores 4 points in competition

From Butterfly Guard (Arm Drag)​

Setup: Butterfly guard with sleeve/wrist control

Execution:

  1. Butterfly guard established
  2. Arm drag opponent's arm across your body
  3. Immediately come to knees behind them
  4. Establish seatbelt as they turtle or turn
  5. Insert hooks sequentially
  6. Secure back mount

Key Details: Speed is critical; release hooks to move; natural from butterfly; finish with RNC

Tactical Use: High-value technique (4 points); natural from butterfly; common in no-gi

From Mount (Rollover)​

Setup: Mount position when they bridge

Execution:

  1. Mounted on opponent
  2. They attempt bridge and roll escape
  3. Instead of resisting, roll with them
  4. Establish seatbelt during roll
  5. Insert hooks as you land on their back
  6. Complete back mount position

Key Details: Don't fight the roll; use their escape energy; seatbelt during transition

Tactical Use: Catches bridge attempts; natural transition; maintains dominance

From Failed Guard Pass​

Setup: Passing guard when they turn away

Execution:

  1. Attempting to pass guard
  2. Opponent turns to side/turtle to defend
  3. Instead of forcing pass, take back
  4. Establish seatbelt as they turn
  5. Insert hooks before they can escape
  6. Secure back mount

Key Details: Recognize when to abandon pass; back take more valuable than pass; opportunistic

Tactical Use: Competition strategy (4 points vs 3 for pass)

From Standing (Rear Takedown)​

Setup: Standing position, opponent's back exposed

Execution:

  1. Behind opponent while standing
  2. Establish seatbelt grip
  3. Drop weight to bring them down
  4. Land with hooks establishing
  5. Complete back mount on ground

Key Details: Grip before dropping; control descent; hooks as you land

Tactical Use: Self-defense application; no-gi common; MMA relevant

🎓 Training Progressions​

Solo Drills​

  1. Hip Escape with Hooks (10 reps each side)

    • Lie with back on ground
    • Practice keeping hooks in while moving hips
    • Build mobility while maintaining position
    • Foundation for following opponent

  2. Seatbelt Grip Practice (5 minutes)

    • Practice switching seatbelt configurations
    • Both over shoulder variations
    • Build familiarity with grip options
    • Hand fighting simulation

Partner Drills​

Level 1: Position Establishment (Cooperative)

  • Partner gives you their back
  • Practice establishing hooks and seatbelt
  • 10 reps each side
  • Focus on proper positioning

Level 2: Escape Prevention (25%)

  • Partner makes basic escape attempts
  • Practice maintaining position
  • Focus on following their movements
  • 3-minute rounds

Level 3: Positional Sparring (50%)

  • Start with back mount
  • You maintain, they escape
  • Focus on control and attack
  • 3-minute rounds

Level 4: Live Back Takes (100%)

  • Hunt for back takes in rolling
  • Secure and finish from back
  • Focus on entries and finishes
  • Full resistance

Common Drill Sequences​

Drill 1: Turtle to Back to RNC

  1. Partner in turtle position
  2. Establish seatbelt
  3. Insert hooks
  4. Immediately attack RNC
  5. 10 reps for complete sequence

Drill 2: Failed Escape Follow

  1. Partner attempts escape
  2. You follow their movement
  3. Maintain back mount throughout
  4. Counter each escape direction
  5. Flow for 3 minutes

Drill 3: Multiple Entry Practice

  1. Start from half guard → back take
  2. Start from butterfly → back take
  3. Start from turtle → back take
  4. Start from mount → back take
  5. 5 reps each entry

See back take concepts

Progression Timeline​

Following training methods:

  • Week 1-2: Basic back mount, seatbelt and hooks
  • Week 3-4: Turtle to back entry, escape prevention
  • Week 5-8: Multiple entries, maintaining control
  • Month 3-6: Live application, finishing RNC consistently
  • Month 6+: Advanced control, teaching others

🔧 Escape Prevention Guide​

When They Try to Remove Hooks​

Defense:

  1. Keep heels tight in hip creases
  2. When one hook threatened, insert deeper
  3. Switch to body triangle if both being cleared
  4. Maintain seatbelt throughout
  5. Accept temporary hook loss to keep back connection

When They Try to Turn Into You​

Defense:

  1. Head position over their shoulder prevents this
  2. Keep chest glued to their back
  3. Use seatbelt to control direction
  4. If they start turning, switch seatbelt configuration
  5. Maintain back connection at all costs

When They Try to Stand Up​

Defense:

  1. Load weight onto their back (backpack)
  2. Pull down with seatbelt
  3. Drive them back to ground with weight
  4. Alternative: Switch to body triangle (very secure standing)
  5. Can finish RNC while they stand (difficult but possible)

When They Try to Sit Back on You​

Defense:

  1. Don't let chest-to-back connection break
  2. If they sit, you sit with them
  3. Hooks adjust but stay engaged
  4. Seatbelt remains constant
  5. Follow their movement, don't fight it

When They Defend Neck with Hands​

Defense:

  1. Be patient - maintain position first
  2. Threaten one side, attack other
  3. Use hand fighting to clear defenses
  4. Attack arms if neck unavailable
  5. Position control more valuable than failed submission

See RNC finishing details

🔄 Attack Options from Back Mount​

Rear Naked Choke (Primary)​

Most common finish:

  1. Hand under chin
  2. Blade of forearm on throat
  3. Other hand behind head
  4. Squeeze and cut angle
  5. Finish

Full RNC technique

Armbar from Back​

When they defend neck:

  1. They grab your choking arm
  2. Trap their arm(s)
  3. Roll to armbar position
  4. Maintain back control throughout
  5. Finish armbar

See armbar variations

Collar Chokes (Gi)​

Multiple options:

  1. Bow and arrow choke
  2. Cross collar from back
  3. Loop choke variations
  4. Depends on gi grips available

Short Choke​

When can't get deep:

  1. Forearm only choke
  2. Less ideal but effective
  3. Quick finish option
  4. Use when time is limited

💡 Advanced Concepts​

Hook Strategy​

Inside Hooks (Standard)

  • Feet inside opponent's thighs
  • Maximum control
  • Required for points (IBJJF)
  • Most common application

Outside Hooks (Situational)

  • Feet outside opponent's thighs
  • When inside hooks being cleared
  • Temporary control
  • Transition position

Body Triangle (Alternative)

  • Figure-4 legs around waist
  • Near-absolute control
  • No points in IBJJF
  • Excellent for no-gi

Seatbelt Configuration Options​

High Grip (Choking arm over shoulder)

  • Direct path to RNC
  • Most common configuration
  • Neck readily accessible

Low Grip (Choking arm under armpit)

  • Controls their opposite shoulder
  • Can switch to high grip
  • Good for initial control

Switching Seatbelts:

  • Switch based on their movement
  • Maintain constant control
  • Don't commit to one side

Competition Strategy​

Points:

  • Back mount scores 4 points (IBJJF)
  • Hooks must be in
  • Body triangle = no points (IBJJF)
  • Most valuable position

Tactical Use:

  • Highest point value position
  • Direct path to submission
  • Maintain if achieved
  • Accept back mount over other positions

Gi vs No-Gi Differences​

Gi Back Mount:

  • Collar chokes available
  • Can use gi for grips
  • Slightly easier to control
  • More finish options

No-Gi Back Mount:

  • Pure RNC or short choke
  • Seatbelt more critical
  • Body triangle more common
  • Sweatier, harder to maintain
  • Emphasis on hooks and connection

🎯 Belt-Level Expectations​

White Belt Goals​

Referenced in Beginner's Journey:

  • Understand back mount position (Month 5-6)
  • Basic seatbelt and hooks
  • Turtle to back entry
  • Attempt RNC from back
  • Recognize back take opportunities

Blue Belt Development​

Referenced in Skill Progression:

  • Multiple back take entries
  • Consistent back mount maintenance
  • RNC becomes reliable finish
  • Escape prevention proficiency
  • Competition application

Purple Belt Mastery​

  • Back mount becomes primary goal
  • Advanced entries from all positions
  • Teaching ability
  • Multiple finish options
  • Competition specialization
  • Back control dominance

🎯 Next Steps​

After understanding back mount:

  1. Perfect RNC finish → Rear Naked Choke technique
  2. Learn all entries → Turtle, half guard, butterfly, mount
  3. Practice escape prevention → Maintain position against resistance
  4. Study hand fighting → Clear neck defenses
  5. Add alternative finishes → Armbar, collar chokes
  6. Drill back takes → Make it automatic from common positions

🔗 Related Resources​

Position Concepts​

Entries to Back Mount​

Submissions from Back​

Theoretical Foundation​

Progress Tracking​