Jiu-Jitsu Escapes | Ways Out of Side Control, Scarf & Knee on Belly

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The most common request I get is how to escape bottom side control and its variations. Side control is arguably one of the most oppressive positions to get caught underneath, and you want to get out as soon as you can and as efficiently as you can.
In this video, I show some helpful ways that have gotten me out of some miserable side control positions and variations, including scarf hold and knee on belly.
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[@tomanderson848]

Whenever I am googling a BJJ move, I'm always glad to see that Eli has made a video on the subject.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I’m glad that happens too! If you ever have a question I haven’t tackled let me know and I’ll try.

[@dukenukon6397]

I agree! As a day 3 white belt (literally watching this before my 3rd class) I've watched many videos from many instructors, and I can say that I enjoy his break downs thoroughly. I'm still in system overload, but he makes this crazy intense art seem feasible!

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@@dukenukon6397 how is your bjj journey going my friend 🤙🏾

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Love these. If only I could remember them while I'm rolling 😭

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pick the ones that the ring the most with you and try to focus on them.

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Right!? Same here...I often vapor-lock and go blank. 😑

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"whenever there's space, there's opportunity" 11:29, well said--now I understand what to look for

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whenever there's space, there's bar

[@daves6195]

I am a forever white belt guy, but these are the simplest videos to understand thanks

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Half of these views is me

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Millions of videos and yours are by far the best.

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I'm the other half

[@chrisgoods]

I just want to say THANK YOU so much for that first knee on belly escape.. I hit it twice tonight. It's gold....I've upgraded a lil bit more. Thank you again !

[@ShaunVictor2507]

Those knee-on-belly escapes are great.

[@mattkeen3811]

3 weeks since I started, we've been working side control escapes and submissions every session so far, including scarf hold. This is gold. I struggle to remember everything most of the time, but I love how technical it is

[@ole-martinblestrud6305]

JonthomasBJJ has a really good video on beginner mistakes for guard retention and side control escapes that helped me tons... I think you should check it out

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I’m one month into my journey with BJJ and I’ve been using KZbin to augment my regular training! Let’s just say your videos have me getting out from much better guys.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That is awesome to hear! Thank you!

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Same for me

[@mrrob5851]

Ferulloscoasting ! His videos help my as much as you. I’m learning ju jitsu at a place that doesn’t speak English. So I’m visually learning. But Knight ju jitsu helps me tremendously. Keep going. I’m 8 months into my journey.

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Same, a month in as well. I’m progressing so much watching these videos.

[@finburns]

Its so interesting because this advice is timeless. 5 years old, and to me, its today years old. Great stuff - Thank You. Hopefully tonight when i role, my belly will thank you.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Glad it was helpful! And glad it stands the rest of time

[@johnd6258]

I’m in the middle of “experiencing” the how, when and why of these escapes. Some of the other peeps in my classes seem confused as to why I’m not going spaz when they get in side control and mount. With pointers like on this video, I’m becoming able to see and take opportunities when I recognize them. Even portions of these moves/escapes work in other situations. 🙏🏻🙏🏻 thank you Eli! Good stuff right here.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That is really awesome to hear. I appreciate you leaving this comment and I’m super happy this video helped with any of that.

[@gregstokes7117]

Man I have SO MUCH to learn. This is AWESOME.

[@ericojrenriquez1653]

I like how he demonstrate and explain every step.He makes it look too easy.

[@stevej99]

you're videos are some of the best concise and detailed bbj videos ive seen. thank you sir

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you! That’s a great compliment!

[@user-zh8di7ki6m]

I know this video is year old but I used to karate but I quit because of the students,they were always disrupting classes, so I’m learning a different style of “fighting” so I just want to say thank you for your channel may god bless you :)

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I’m glad you’re having a better experience these days! Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@danash4643]

Eli. Stared training BJJ three months ago and had my first open matt sparing today. Was pretty nervous about getting smashed. But after studying your videos since the beginning together with training I managed to execute multiple submissions and did far better then I ever thought I could. Thanks bro 🙏

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That makes me so happy to hear that. I appreciate you letting me know, and awesome that you could use any of what I showed. Best of luck in your training, my friend!

[@danash4643]

Your videos are having an impact on a small Mediterranean Island in Europe 👍

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That’s incredible to hear! 🙏

[@kieran6417]

I got in a street fight about 2 years ago, the guy was half my size but he wrapped me up like a Christmas present... Good to know how he did it! I won't lose again.

[@heymanhaha]

Hope you join a bjj gym.

[@hueguy]

2:11 Really slick move there. Thanks !

[@functional_elements]

That shin escape 🙌🏽 yessss thank you!! 🤙🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@richr108]

I’m a Krav practitioner and as such we do just enough groundwork to get back to our feet. Always a pleasure watching BJJ guys and how they set things up to escape. New to your videos Eli and really appreciate them.

[@grantgrant8554]

I pulled that side control elbow escape method on a purple belt in no gi today. Thanks for the great instruction.

[@bboystance514]

This is gold!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thanks man!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thanks!

[@shaunwalters55]

First, a proper thank you. These videos are choice and your teaching style is effective. Second, a request for passing the knee-shield!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I appreciate it! And that is a good idea for a video. Initially I would say it depends gi or nogi, but definitely a topic worth exploring!

[@jfurr9645]

Very helpful and great for review! You're saving my 2 stripe white belt butt.

[@juaan.olvera]

The same with me Jaja 🥋

[@ezell704]

Man I’m a two stripe white belt and my entire existence is death under side control. They love to go north south and go side to side on me too... 🤦🏻‍♂️ fml

[@gregghelfi3304]

Started 6 months ago and this is the main escape I drill. I start rolling on bottom side control. I always get stuck because, I cannot “shrimp” that good. You do it so smoothly. Thanks for the video!

[@marktribuani1196]

With my awful A.D.D. I love how quickly Eli speaks

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

And with my ADD it’s the only way I know how to present the info. 🙏

[@scorpion32]

Jesus ! if only I saw this video first on how to escape the scarf hold. I could've avoided so many beatdowns lol you make it look so simple

[@TerrenceThomas]

5 years later and this video is still ninja 🥷🙏🏾👍🏾

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you!

[@AngelMorales-qn8bf]

The title of the video startled me, I was like where tf did it go.

[@wolftoothco4007]

I looked up so many channels to study I drilled these with my teammates in gi class, I gotta say these are some of the most efficient escapes I could of asked for awesome work. Thank you osssss!

[@halelorf]

Fantastic video! Knee on Belly is always a killer, I'll have to play with those two escapes.

[@John2corner]

This guys is a real good coach. Really appreciate you for sharing your knowledge. An awesome teaching! Being a great coach and being a world champ is completely different. Thank you again.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you!

[@gettingoutthere.9981]

You're a great teacher. Thanks for the videos.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you, sir!

[@nikolaybyutyunev3216]

So much knowledge in just a couple of minutes, thanks, you will save my ass on the tournament I have this Saturday.

[@c.b6652]

I’ve recently in the past four months started training bjj and I just discovered this which today I put it to practise and didn’t managed to get caught in side control for to long 💪

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That’s awesome progress to hear about it!

[@Agape11]

Mr. knight! you are a dangerous man! Thank you for repeating moves and explaining so clear!

[@maximoestrada6611]

I've been training for a month and already know some move thank you sir.

[@MrSkinahh86]

This is amazing! I have a new one to try in class next week! I can’t wait! Thank you so so much!

[@1deaver]

Tried most of these techniques on my own belt in my weight class and they work. Not so much on an experienced blue belt with 100lbs weight on me. Getting crushed. But im using my speed and getting closer. Your video definitely help, thank u for sharing. Love your channel, great content

[@yun-xuanang3464]

that escape from scarf hold O_O mindblown

[@alessandrooliveira1228]

Excellent positions, I’m begining in jiu jitsu at 38yo, your vids are helping me a lot! Thanks 👏🏾🥋

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I appreciate you watching them and I’m happy they’re helping!

[@Syphonix3]

Practicing all of these. Thank you so much professor.

[@tipshikes3682]

Great stuff very easy to follow some instructors are just easy to take to.

[@SifuEli]

That first KOB escape is dope. Thanks for that one Eli.

[@SifuEli]

And the 2nd one.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thanks! Those help me a lot.

[@SifuEli]

All of your stuff is so on point. I really wish I could teach at that level.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you very much. I appreciate that.

[@gregdaniels1559]

Excellent video and breakdown. You are one of the best!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you sir!

[@warriorstrength_]

im now a good grappler just because of you keep making these kinds of videos i wanna meet you in real and learn personally for sure

[@Luckybjj614]

Very good teacher, always get god stuff from you.

[@ankuraditya1562]

Keep them coming , love your videos champ !

[@differentangle2842]

last escape from knee on belly was on point , I got to try it

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Awesome! Thanks. I hope it worked for you

[@mrrob5851]

I’m glad you mentioned the sit up. I do all the time. And thought I was just lucky. Glad it’s actually something you would teach someone. The headlock frame you showed. I’ll have to rewatch that. I’ve had my neck cranked on more than I like. That’s a good edition to escapes. Knee on belly I’m comfy with. But I’ll try to get the legs added in to get those sweeps. As always. Eli. You explain everything wonderfully. If you get lost in japan please let me know. Lol. Thanks sensei have a great morning.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I appreciate you taking the time for such a kind and thoughtful comment. 🙏

[@mrrob5851]

Knight Jiu-Jitsu I haven’t made a video for KZbin yet.... But while your videos are short and sweet loaded with lots of information whether visual or auditory. I’m sure it takes a lot of time to prepare before the video. No offense m sure you know exactly what you telling us. No doubt. But with all things in life. And where you are in your BJJ travels. I’d like to think you still plan before each video. So in hind sight, I try to give the best comment I can to express the most I can. And I’m looking forward to catching you a virtual lesson.

[@GUTOMOFFICIAL]

Revisiting this video after doing it in class. Now it makes sense!

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Wow, your videos have a lot of knowledge and teaching. Congratulations on the way you deliver your teachings! Really awesome! 🤘

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Glad you like them!

[@andrewcena]

Just came across this video, we were working on that transition out the backdoor in class shown around the 4:00 mark but I had a lot of trouble with it, the solo sequence you showed after really helps me understand it much better. Thank you!!

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This channel is outrageously good. Thanks for the value!

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Thank you, you're really good at explaining and I signed up to jiu jitsu and thanks to your videos I didnt do too bad. Thanks coach.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That’s awesome to hear! Good luck with your training!

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Thank you for the vid. im going to study and apply in my game

[@RoRoTheG]

Thank you for the time you take to make these videos. I truly appreciate it.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I appreciate you watching them

[@bigreg47]

Thank u so much about this techniques. Your videos help me out a lot. Not 100% at first. But after doing the move again and again. This help me in sparring.

[@ligerangry6857]

I'm a beginner in jiu Jitsu and I'll save this practical video for future practices.... very helpful video , thank you very much!

[@duckhunter4660]

I really appreciate your instruction. You do a very good job of helping me understand things. Thank you!!

[@hassanesdaile3671]

Idk what I would do w/out you 😂! This my 3rd week & everything I try works🙏🏽. I be so surprised and just stop and smile🙏🏽😅🤷🏽‍♂️. Now I finish through✊🏽🤘🏽👍🏽!!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I’m happy to hear that!

[@hassanesdaile3671]

@@KnightJiuJitsu Thank you so much!! Did you have a video, you were showing different movements to get flexible or opening ya hips? I thought I seen it not really sure.

[@mitsay]

Great content! As a white belt, this will help me to survive

[@mitsay]

Update, I'm getting better. It feels good to be able to move, at least. I've been revisiting this and one other of yours videos almost daily and it's helping me a lot! One day all this will be like reflexes, I know. Thank you, again

[@jellybean11forty]

Great video! We've covered a few of these in class but as a newbie, it's nice to see these and all the variations.

[@twan5555]

You are SUCH an excellent teacher. I hope you are able to make a living off JUST KZbin, Eli. I am a a HUGE fan brother; you- and your teaching- fucking ROCK. You seem to LOVE teaching the suckiest among us (**cough-**-cough*-*--- 55-year-old-shit-blue here **cough-cough**). You are a NATURAL teacher, and I know this because I MYSELF am one- just NOT anything to do w/grappling (I teach high school History- and my students like me as a person but TRUST ME, my instruction doesn't hold a candle to yours!). You are a born instructor my man. Anyway- thank you my good sir; you are a credit to the art. Hey man last question: do you do Judo? If so, feel free to show us ANYTHING you feel comfortable with. I LOVE Judo, but it's often taught with the assumption that the learner has at least a freaking SCINTILLA of talent, which means it doesn't apply to me lol... Thanks again brother; hard to believe you were EVER a white belt; in fact, I think your first pair of Huggies had two stripes on it lol!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thanks so much for the kind words, my friend! That means the world to me. Side note: I am definitely not abler to make a living off what KZbin pays, but it covers a couple of bills, haha. I work very hard to be a clear communicator and decent teacher, so I appreciate when it comes through. I have trained Judo for many years too, and I have several videos on my channel featuring some things I learned from great teachers. My No Gi Judo video and my Takedowns for People Who Suck at Takedowns videos are pretty popular ones, so check those out when you get a chance. Thanks so much again, Twan!

[@ianjones935]

Dude, the sweep from knee in belly and the double leg from side control are MONEY. Thanks for the knowledge!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Glad you like it! Thank you for watching.

[@assoverteakettle]

That knee on belly escape at 11:30 is pretty slick.

[@farhadbasseghi]

You are an excellent teacher!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you very much!

[@ronque23]

Killer techniques man!!! I'll be watching at .25x speed to breakdown film.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you!

[@777Thebear]

Love all your videos man. I literally just watch them on repeat.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I appreciate that a lot

[@martialway100]

Good techniques, especially the knee on belly sweeps. Thank you for uploading all of your videos.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you for watching them!

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Thanks Eli. Great stuff. We really appreciate you sharing these vids!

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Awesome videos and explanations!

[@jasonbaty1501]

Wonderful explanation. Thanks so much for the detail.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

My pleasure. Thank you for watching!

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Thank you professor 🙏🏽

[@kchristopherb]

Thank you for having a demonstration partner that is not 120 lbs.

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Really appreciate the instruction. I don't download very many videos but this one was worth watching again. Great review thanks sir. Going to get a sweatshirt 🥋

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thanks so much! I appreciate that!

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I'm learning more from him than from my academy instructor...

[@paulvalachovic6393]

I started jujitsu 10 months ago at age 54 with my son. After he graduated high school he was really missing wrestling so we started training jujitsu together. I wish I had started younger but I'm loving every minute of it. This video is great I'm going to study it till it's memorized! Thanks so much.

[@johnlammons9352]

Paul, stick with it. Your life will be enriched in so many ways!

[@pourindiesel]

Thanks for your excellent instruction Mr. Knight!

[@x426x]

Tons of priceless information. Thank you

[@woodsmansfinest3814]

Gold... especially the knee on belly was awesome!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Thank you!

[@zshakur]

Check out Renzo's knee on belly escape too.

[@bomberitodelacuarta]

True

[@John-er8pp]

As a person new to Jiu Jitsu, I feel you rush through your demonstrations.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

If I took the time necessary for a proper instructional then these videos would be hours long. These are for demonstrations, so they need to be short and concise. I’m sure I could do a better job, but I rush through intentionally because I don’t expect people to learn the move just from watching a KZbin video. These types of videos should make you want to seek proper, compete instruction from a qualified teacher in real life. The timing and explanation in the videos is deliberate. Keep training.

[@jackthompson5863]

Very helpful. Thank you for making this available.

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One of my go to bjj channels. Great stuff!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

🙏🙏🙏

[@alduline]

sick sweeps, keep them coming. more of this

[@tonyhiggins5745]

Great video Eli, you are truly a master. Good to see Jeremy also, what a magnificent beast. Great video guys

[@Mr10isfreak]

Thank you for sharing this video! Very very very informative

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

Always glad to help

[@Mr10isfreak]

Roll against a 250lb and used these moves

[@konstantinos-antoniosbme-m6472]

Pure gold!!!!!! I am 2,02 m and I have very very long legs.... now i know how to use them!!!!!! Thank u Sensei💪💪💪💪❤❤❤

[@1UmmahTv]

elbow escape is my go to .. let them mount and boom end up in my halfG BUT i really need to drill that transition to get them into my full guard. And the Turkish getup i used that all the time. The issue now when i roll with higher belts is not being bottom side its the dreaded knee on belly.. they dont even try to mount, they just knee on belly (KOB) when you try escape the windshield wiper to other side.. and attack with chokes and armbars. After class today will def drill these two escapes (KOB). Thanks for another quality vid.

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

That all sounds like a familiar struggle. I've totally gone through the same issues (and still do depending on who I roll with). Those KOB escapes are the most solid for me, and I have drilled a ton of others in the past. Thank you for the comment and sharing your experience!

[@Red_ready317]

Great work explaining thanks I’m definitely trying this in my next class

[@Hernoxx]

This is very useful for me to work on, thanks coach

[@rolly5558]

very good information thanks professor :)

[@monkeyonduty6152]

This tutorial is all i need for now! Thanks a lot 😊

[@jccharly2000]

Amazon vid professor!! Thank you!!

[@phx4closureman]

10:07 a purple belt just showed me this knee-on-belly defense the other day!! :)

[@joshuaquesada5455]

As a big guy I been having a hard time escaping side control. Super thank you for making this vid! As always more power to your channel!

[@KnightJiuJitsu]

I hope this helps! Let me know if it does for you.

[@abdelhamid6674]

Awesome videos as always. You gotta be one great teacher!

[@cwpreston]

Love the knee on belly escapes. The scarf hold wasn’t being done correctly though; the arm has to be controlled. There are still plenty of escapes for Kesa Gatame but it’s a lot more difficult when Uke controls the arm.

[@adrianlandreth9918]

I like the sweep from under knee on belly.

[@adrianlandreth9918]

I don’t know why it never occurred to me go for a sweep. My defaults from bottom were to either escape away to turtle or hip out and get to either full or half guard. I look forward to baiting this setup. Thanks again for the tech!

[@TakedownBreakdown]

Great information. Some of these escapes were new and unique to me. Thanks for sharing 👍