The Omoplata is a devastating arm lock targeting the shoulder joint. Because you apply the Omoplata with your legs you generate a huge amount of force. Be mindful of this the first few times you drill it. Because no one wants to roll with a training partner who destroys team mates limbs.
The Omoplata has a huge variety of entries from closed guard. And can be hit from top side control as well. Because of this, it’s a handy submission to have in your bag of tricks.
Breakdown of Omoplata in UFC Rener Gracie and UFC star Bryan Ortega breakdown the second successful omoplata in UFC history. Heavyweight Adam Wieczorek defeats Arjan Bhullar with omoplata from guard. The boys not only cover how to apply the omoplata, but also what to do to escape the omoplata should you get caught in a […]
Rafael Mendes Devastating Omoplata From Top Side Control. Rafael Mendes shows off his Omoplata from top side control. This video has heaps of great details. And the sequence starts from a very achievable position. So this submission is on offer pretty much anytime you have side control locked in. The small details like how to […]
Bernardo Faria’s Favorite Submission From Closed Guard. Bernardo Faria takes you through his prefered set up for the Omoplata from closed guard. Break your opponents posture and then take an overhook. Open your guard and turn on your side bringing your leg across their back. At this point you should have their shoulder sandwiched between […]
