🏃 Movements

What is Two-on-One in BJJ?

Also known as: Russian tie, 2-on-1

Quick Definition

Controlling one of the opponent's arms with both of your hands.

Full Explanation

The two-on-one (also called the Russian tie when standing) is a fundamental grip where you use both hands to control one of the opponent's arms. This gives you a numerical advantage on that limb, allowing you to pull, push, drag, or spin the opponent. From the two-on-one, you can set up arm drags, takedowns, guard pulls, and submissions. It is one of the most versatile controlling positions in both gi and no-gi grappling.

Examples in Context

"I established two-on-one and pulled him into an arm drag"

"The two-on-one gives you dominant control of one arm"

Related Terms

Russian Tie

A controlling grip wrapping both hands around one of the opponent's arms.

Arm Drag

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

Grip Stripping

Techniques for breaking your opponent's grips on your gi or body.

Track Your BJJ Journey

Learning BJJ vocabulary is just the start. Track your training and build real skills with MatTime.

Download on the

App Store