BJJ Mental Models Ep. 248: The Closed Loop Strategy, feat. Shawn Williams
Sep 4, 2023
Renowned competitor and teacher Shawn Williams shares his closed loop strategy for Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing advancing without compromising position. They discuss reflexive movement, teaching high-level competitors, and the importance of high commitment techniques in Jujitsu.
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Closed Loop Strategy Explained
- Shawn Williams' closed loop strategy focuses on attacking without losing position, always ending no worse than the starting position.
- It involves systematic if-then sequences to maintain or improve position while attacking submissions, significantly increasing efficiency.
Submission Priority with Position
- Prioritize submissions that force the opponent to react and create opportunities for positional advancement.
- Avoid overcommitting on submissions that weaken your base and expose you to losing position.
Flowchart Your Attacks and Defenses
- Develop your own flowcharts for attacks and defenses to maintain closed loops during training.
- Prepare for all possible defensive reactions to your attacks to swiftly regain or improve position.