Your journey along the Path of Jiu-Jitsu continues. In this installment, you're going to work with Ryron and Rener Gracie. Yeah, that Ryron and Rener Gracie ... from the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Torrance, California. We don't need to tell you that this is a golden opportunity to learn from two members of the "First Family of Grappling." -Editor

Technique 1: Escape From the Mount

As Rener sets up his attack from the mount position	Ryron controls Rener's wrist and elbow	Ryron also traps Rener's foot on the same side. Ryron pulls Rener close, lifts his hips straight up..
rolls over his shoulder and steps over..	landing on top. Ryron then prepares to pass the guard.

Mistakes

Many people trap the arm in this fashion, which is incorrect.	This is wrong because it allows the attacking opponent to remove his hands from the control. Also, when rolling an opponent out, many people tend to roll sideways..	rather than lifting their hips straight up

Note: This corresponds to the second move.

Technique 2: Americana Armlock From the Side Mount

Ryron establishes control from the side mount ..	and then places the back of his left hand against his right ear	Rener attempts to free his arm
Ryron discreetly snatches Rener's wrist and places his elbow against Rener's neck.	Ryron slides his right arm under Rener's elbow and grabs his own wrist.	Ryron lowers his head and slides his hands toward Rener's feet as he lifts up on the elbow, twisting the rotator cuff .

The Long, Winding Road

In many ways, your training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a long and winding road. You will likely hit some bumps along the road, but your mental tenacity will enable you to overcome and push forward on your journey ... a journey that is interminable but very gratifying because you can learn and grow every time you roll.

To help guide you along your path, you are going to work with a variety of instructors who will explain how to do various techniques and provide you with drills so you can sharpen your skills. Let the journey continue. -Editor

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