How do I transition from mount to back control?

The mount to back transition is one of the most natural and high-percentage transitions in BJJ because your opponent primary mount escape involves turning to their side, which exposes their back. When you feel them shrimp and start turning, immediately transition to technical mount by bringing your top knee up high near their head. This creates an S-mount style position that stops their escape while giving you a clear path to the back. As they continue their escape attempt, establish the seatbelt grip with your choking arm under their chin side. Slide your far hook in first, then the near hook. The timing is critical because waiting too long lets them complete the escape to guard. Practice this transition during positional sparring from mount. Set a rule where you try to take the back every time your partner attempts to escape. This develops the instinct to follow the turn rather than fight to maintain mount.