🥋 Techniques
What is Fireman's Carry in BJJ?
Quick Definition
A takedown where you load the opponent across your shoulders and dump them.
Full Explanation
The fireman's carry is a wrestling takedown where you duck under the opponent, load them across your shoulders (like a firefighter carrying someone), and throw them to the mat. In BJJ, it can be done from standing or from a kneeling position. The technique is effective against taller opponents and can lead directly to side control or mount. It is widely used in both gi and no-gi grappling.
Examples in Context
"He hit the fireman's carry and ended up in side control"
"Fireman's carry works well against taller opponents"
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