– Moving the opponent's elbow away from their ribs and over the shoulder line to isolate limbs.
– High-percentage finishes including Kimuras , Sankaku (triangles), Juji Gatame (armbars), and transitions to the back. Key Instructional Highlights
: Specific techniques to counter common defensive reactions like the elbow escape and knee escape . New Wave Jiu Jitsu Side Attacks - Building a De...
The instructional series you are looking for is by Professor John Danaher. This 8-volume course shifts the philosophy of side control from a static "holding" position to a dynamic offensive platform. The Core Philosophy
The full instructional is available on BJJ Fanatics . If you are looking for a visual aid, BJJ FlowCharts offers a digital map to help navigate the 10+ hours of video content. – Moving the opponent's elbow away from their
Danaher argues that side control is often the most stable pin in grappling because it offers the widest variety of submission entries. The "New Wave" approach focuses on alternating between and the constant threat of submission . The 4-Step Side Control System
: Strategies for moving to the mounted position when an opponent over-defends submissions from side control. The instructional series you are looking for is
: A specialized study in Volume 2 on using body weight and chest pressure to fatigue the opponent by restricting their breath.