🥋 Techniques

What is Arm Spin in BJJ?

Quick Definition

A wrestling takedown that spins the opponent around using their arm.

Full Explanation

The arm spin is a wrestling technique where you control the opponent's arm, typically with a two-on-one grip, and spin them around to take them down. The spinning motion breaks their balance and rotational base. In BJJ, the arm spin is used both as a takedown and as a transition to back control. It is particularly effective in no-gi where wrist and arm control is central to the standup game.

Examples in Context

"He arm spun me to the mat from the two-on-one"

"The arm spin works great as a takedown and back take entry"

Related Terms

Takedown

A technique to bring a standing opponent to the ground.

Arm Drag

A technique pulling the opponent's arm across your body to get to their back or side.

Wrestling

The ancient grappling art focused on takedowns and control, widely used in BJJ.

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