BJJ Mental Models Mini Ep 74: Center of Gravity
Oct 2, 2025
Explore the fascinating concept of center of gravity and its pivotal role in balance during Jiu-Jitsu. Learn how this 'tipping point' shifts with body movement and affects positioning. Discover how a high center can lead to being thrown and gain tips on maintaining control. Unlock strategies to use an opponent's center of gravity against them, and understand when it's beneficial to deliberately shift yours. Stay aware of your center to prevent sweeps and enhance your game!
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Center Of Gravity Is Dynamic
- The center of gravity sits roughly 56% up the body, near the pelvis for most people.
- It constantly shifts as you move, so balance is dynamic not fixed.
Balance Is A Continuous Sensory Process
- The body continuously senses and stabilizes its center of gravity automatically.
- If the center of gravity moves too far, you must post or you'll tip over.
Top Side Control Roll Example
- Steve uses top side control rolls as an example of losing balance when center of gravity rises.
- When your center of gravity crosses a tipping point, opponents can roll you and you can't stop them.