How to Do the Standard Knee on Belly in BJJ
Standard knee on belly places your near knee on their stomach with your far foot posted wide for base. Combined with collar and belt grips, this creates immense pressure and opens multiple attack paths.
✓ Key Details to Master
- 1 Near knee on their stomach/solar plexus
- 2 Far foot posted wide for base and balance
- 3 Grip collar with near hand
- 4 Grip belt or pants with far hand
- 5 Drive pressure downward through knee
✗ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ⚠️ Knee too high on chest losing balance
- ⚠️ No wide base with far foot
- ⚠️ Sitting on them instead of driving knee
- ⚠️ No grip control on upper body
- ⚠️ Leaning too far forward or back
🔄 Variations
- → With collar grip
- → With cross grip
- → Floating knee on belly
- → Heavy knee on belly
🛡️ Counters & Defenses
- → Push knee and shrimp
- → Bridge to displace
- → Frame against knee
- → Turn away and reguard
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belt level should I be to learn the Standard Knee on Belly? ▼
The Standard Knee on Belly is typically introduced at the blue belt level. However, higher belts continue to refine this technique throughout their BJJ journey. Building a technical foundation. Developing a guard game and understanding of timing.
Does this work in both gi and no-gi? ▼
The Standard Knee on Belly 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 Standard Knee on Belly? ▼
The Standard Knee on Belly is typically executed from knee on belly. Key setups include controlling your opponent's posture and creating the right angle. Practice the entry repeatedly before focusing on the finish.