How to Do the Electric Chair in BJJ
The electric chair is a groin and hip stretch submission entered from the lockdown half guard position. By securing an underhook and the lockdown, you elevate the opponent's trapped leg while stretching their groin in a split. It was popularized by Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet system.
✓ Key Details to Master
- 1 Establish lockdown half guard by double overhooking their leg
- 2 Secure a deep underhook on the far side
- 3 Come up to your knees while keeping the lockdown
- 4 Thread your underhook arm under their far leg
- 5 Stand up while pulling their leg upward to split the groin
✗ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ⚠️ Lockdown not tight enough allowing leg extraction
- ⚠️ Underhook not deep enough for the sweep and submission
- ⚠️ Coming up too fast without securing all grips
- ⚠️ Not controlling the far leg during the elevation
- ⚠️ Losing the lockdown when transitioning to knees
🔄 Variations
- → Electric chair sweep without submission
- → From dogfight position
- → Twister entry from electric chair
🛡️ Counters & Defenses
- → Remove the lockdown early
- → Crossface before the underhook is established
- → Base with the free leg
- → Push the hips down to prevent elevation
Track Your Electric Chair Progress
Log every time you practice the Electric Chair and watch your proficiency grow. MatTime helps you build muscle memory by tracking what you actually drill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belt level should I be to learn the Electric Chair? ▼
The Electric Chair is typically introduced at the purple belt level. However, higher belts continue to refine this technique throughout their BJJ journey. Refining your personal game. Developing expertise in preferred positions.
Can I do this technique with a gi? ▼
The Electric Chair is primarily a no-gi technique. While concepts may transfer, the specific mechanics work best without the gi.
How do I set up the Electric Chair? ▼
The Electric Chair is typically executed from lockdown. Key setups include controlling your opponent's posture and creating the right angle. Practice the entry repeatedly before focusing on the finish.