Control position·rear naked choke (defining back attack), bow-and-arrow choke (gi-specific high percentage), short choke (position-specific collar choke)
Short Base Back Control
High tight hooks, low base - compact control, compression
Dominance
85
vs 15
Control depth
Spine wrap
Controlling
Transitions
7
outbound
Submissions
34
downstream
What it is
Back control with hooks positioned high and tight on opponent's legs while maintaining low base. The compact configuration creates compression and limits escape options. This position prioritizes dense control over extended hook placement.
What you do
The step-by-step execution guide lives in the app — 6-step breakdown, biomechanics, and situational tips.
Open1position detailin the App Store↗Dominance — Controlling perspective
85 vs 15
Disadvantaged↓ 70Dominant
Control depth · Spine wrap — Hooks high and tight - stay low, attack chokes
Dominance — Escaping perspective
15 vs 85
Disadvantaged↓ -70Dominant
Control depth · Distal — High hooks on you - protect neck, clear hooks
ATTACKCONTROL
7 ways out.
All7transitionsin the App Store↗Short Base Back Control →
Suloev Stretch Entry
Behind and beside, leg trapped - twister, back takes
Type
Submission entry
Tier
Core
Perspective
Controlling
Short Base Back Control →
Short Base Back Control to Technical Mount
Asymmetric mount - strong base, arm access
Type
Advance
Tier
Core
Perspective
Controlling
Short Base Back Control →
Back Escape - Shoulder Walk
Lying across torso - cross-body pressure control
Type
Escape
Tier
Core
Perspective
Escaping
Short Base Back Control →
Back Escape - Turn Into Guard
Legs locked around waist - complete distance control
Type
Escape
Tier
Core
Perspective
Escaping
Short Base Back Control →
Short Base Back Control to Turtle
Hands and knees, elbows tight - protect neck, escape quickly
Type
Escape
Tier
Core
Perspective
Escaping
Short Base Back Control →
Short Base Back Control to Defensive Shell
Tight protective posture - arms guard neck, wait for escape
Type
Escape
Tier
Core
Perspective
Escaping
Short Base Back Control →
Short Base Back Control to Open Guard
Unlocked legs - flexible guard system foundation
Type
Guard recovery
Tier
Core
Perspective
Escaping
34 finishes live
from this position.
All34submissionsin the App Store↗SUB-001
Rear Naked Choke
Controlling
Live10/10
SUB-002
Short Choke
Controlling
Live9/10
SUB-003
Bow and Arrow Choke
Controlling
Live8/10
SUB-004
Kata Ha Jime
Controlling
Live8/10
SUB-005
Okuri Eri Jime
Controlling
Live8/10
SUB-006
Cross Collar Choke
Controlling
Watch7/10
SUB-007
Rear Triangle
Controlling
Watch7/10
SUB-008
Armbar
Controlling
Watch6/10
SUB-009
Gi Tail Choke
Controlling
Watch6/10
SUB-010
Kimura
Controlling
Watch6/10
SUB-011
Straight Jacket
Controlling
Watch6/10
SUB-012
Prone Armbar
Controlling
Long5/10
SUB-013
Clock Choke
Controlling
Long5/10
SUB-014
Crucifix Choke
Controlling
Long5/10
SUB-015
Gift Wrap Choke
Controlling
Long5/10
SUB-016
Hammerlock
Controlling
Long5/10
SUB-017
Ninja Choke
Controlling
Long5/10
SUB-018
Arm Triangle
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-019
Crucifix Neck Crank
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-020
Ezekiel Choke
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-021
Inverted Armbar
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-022
Loop Choke
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-023
Sorcerer Choke
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-024
Straight Armlock
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-025
Suloev Stretch
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-026
Wrist Lock
Controlling
Long4/10
SUB-027
Bicep Slicer
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-028
Calf Slicer
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-029
Goose Neck Wrist Lock
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-030
Reverse Wrist Lock
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-031
Spine Crank
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-032
Straight Wristlock
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-033
Top Wrist Lock
Controlling
Long3/10
SUB-034
Twister
Controlling
Long3/10
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// Short Base Back Control · Control
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