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Submission · Armlock · Advanced
AdvancedArmlockGi & no-giIBJJF: brown & black belts only
Bicep slicer
A submission (armlock) you hit from Closed guard, Mount (Tate Shiho Gatame) and Side control (Yoko Shiho Gatame). Advanced level.
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Starts from
Get to one of these positions first, then look for the bicep slicer.
Key steps
Armlock. Tap early in training, and let go as soon as your partner taps.
- When they bend the arm to defend an armbar, keep that arm trapped
- Slide your shin (or your forearm) deep into the crook of their elbow, against the bicep
- Hold their wrist and fold the arm closed over your shin
- Close the leg or pull the wrist in slowly to finish
If they defend it
They straighten the arm: go back to the armbar.
Common mistakes
Common mistake
Cranking it fast: this lock comes on suddenly.
Key details
- IBJJF: legal only for brown and black belts
- The shin sits deep in the crook of the elbow
Related positions & techniques
Safety and research
Read about itGrapplearts articlesBJJ Heroes
Practice
Quick checkBicep slicer quick check4 questions
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