### Rolling Escape The Rolling Escape is a dynamic technique often used to transition from a disadvantageous position to one with more control or safety. Though it can be applied from various positions, it is most commonly executed from both the **Side Control** and **Mount** positions. #### Japanese Name - **Ude Gaeshi** (Arm Reversal) #### Position - **Side Control** - **Mount** ### Step-by-Step Instructions #### From Side Control 1. **Establish Frame and Defense** - Keep your elbows tight to your body, preventing your opponent from advancing their position or applying submissions. - Use your forearms to create frames against your opponent's neck and hips. 2. **Bridge to Create Space** - Drive off your heels into the mat and perform a powerful bridge to elevate your hips. - As you bridge, push against your opponent's neck with your arm frame to create additional space. 3. **Tuck Your Head and Shoulders** - As you come down from the bridge, use the momentum to tuck your head and shoulders under your opponent's armpit area. - Rotate onto your side, preparing to roll. 4. **Initiate the Roll** - With your head and shoulder tucked, roll over your opposite shoulder. - It's important to keep your belly facing up during the roll to avoid giving your back. 5. **Latch Onto Your Opponent's Arm** - During the roll, momentarily clasp onto your opponent's arm with your hands, pulling it over and across your body. - This helps shift their weight and disrupt their balance during your roll. 6. **Recover Guard or Move to Knees** - Complete the roll and end in a more advantageous position. Work to secure a guard or transition to your knees, depending on your desired follow-up. #### From Mount: 1. **Position Hands and Bridge** - Start by bridging hard to push your opponent forward. Ideally, they plant their hands on the mat. - As you bridge, push against their hips or armpits to destabilize them. 2. **Enter Alternative Escape** - The primary goal is to roll, but, specifically trying to escape mount, use the foundational elements of the technique aligned with a shrimp or bridge. - Use their momentum to roll them over to one side. 3. **Seal in the Roll** - Secure their arm during the roll for control, similarly as described from side control. - As you complete the roll, ensure your opponent is unable to secure your back. 4. **Recompose or Transition It** - Once you're out of mount, you can transition to side control, establish a guard, or stand up, based on the situation. ### Conclusion The Rolling Escape is not merely an escape but can also serve as an opportunity to transition to offensive positions. Practice ensures fluidity and efficacy in executing this technique, especially under pressure. Explore using this escape in the context of a live roll to appreciate its versatility and effectiveness.