How to Do the Kipping Escape in BJJ
The kipping escape from mount uses hip movement to unbalance your opponent and create space to recover guard. It's especially useful when they're riding high.
✓ Key Details to Master
- 1 Trap one of their legs with both of yours
- 2 Hip out to create angle
- 3 Use explosive hip movement (kip) to off-balance
- 4 Create space to insert your knee
- 5 Recover to half guard or closed guard
✗ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ⚠️ Not trapping their leg
- ⚠️ Small hip movement
- ⚠️ Trying to push with arms only
- ⚠️ Not following with guard recovery
- ⚠️ Pausing after creating space
🔄 Variations
- → To half guard
- → To full guard
- → Elbow-knee escape follow-up
🛡️ Counters & Defenses
- → Stay low and tight
- → Move to S-mount
- → Ride the hip movement
Track Your Kipping Escape Progress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belt level should I be to learn the Kipping Escape? ▼
The Kipping Escape is typically introduced at the white belt level. However, higher belts continue to refine this technique throughout their BJJ journey. The beginning of the BJJ journey. Focus on survival, basic positions, and fundamental movements.
Does this work in both gi and no-gi? ▼
The Kipping Escape works in both gi and no-gi, though grip adjustments may be necessary. In no-gi, focus on body control and underhooks instead of gi grips.
How do I set up the Kipping Escape? ▼
The Kipping Escape is typically executed from bottom mount. Key setups include controlling your opponent's posture and creating the right angle. Practice the entry repeatedly before focusing on the finish.