1-800-BJJ-HELP #163 The Side Body Triangle?
Nov 23, 2025
Jake Luigi, a Jiu-jitsu coach and the mind behind the Outlier Database, delves into the intricacies of the side body triangle. He highlights its unique mechanics compared to a traditional body triangle and discusses how it aids in controlling escapes. Jake shares strategies for maintaining back control and innovative entries for taking the back using this technique. He also provides insights on transitioning to mount and the potential pitfalls of using the side body triangle, making it a must-listen for grappling enthusiasts.
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What The Side Body Triangle Is
- The side body triangle is a variation where the bottom hook is shallow and the foot hooks on the inside of the opponent's leg.
- It controls the lower body and prevents them from scissoring their legs to turn away or get their back to the mat.
Close The Circuit When Bottom Hook Is Shallow
- Use the side body triangle when your bottom hook becomes shallow as they try to throw their back to the mat.
- Lock it to make it hard for them to get their back down and then work to switch to the underhook side or upgrade upper-body control.
Jet Thompson's Maintenance Example
- Jet Thompson accepted the shallow bottom hook and used the side body triangle to control the lower body and maintain back control.
- From that control he either switched to the underhook side or upgraded upper-body position to retake the back.