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Double Jump

Jun 15, 202511 min read

Double Jump

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Required Properties for State Machine

Core Identifiers

  • Position ID: S022
  • Position Name: Double Jump
  • Alternative Names: Double Underhook Control, Body Lock Mount

State Machine Properties

  • Position Type: Top Control - dominant position
  • Dominance Level: Highly Advantageous
  • Primary Control: Opponent’s hips and upper body
  • Transition Paths: Submission, Positional Advancement

Position Properties

  • Control Strength: Very High - strong control over opponent’s movement
  • Submission Opportunity: High - access to multiple submission options
  • Energy Demand: Medium to High - requires active pressure and control
  • Mobility Level: Medium - allows for dynamic adjustments
  • Defensive Capability: High - minimizes opponent’s escape options

Physical Requirements

  • Strength Requirements: High for maintaining underhook control and pressure
  • Flexibility Requirements: Medium for hip movement and positional adjustments
  • Coordination Requirements: High for managing double underhooks and body positioning
  • Endurance Requirements: Medium to High for sustained control during resistance

State Machine Content Elements

Visual Position Description

Detailed description for clear visualization of the static position:

In the Double Jump position, you are on top of the opponent, typically in a mounted or high side control position, with both of your arms secured under their armpits in a double underhook grip, locking your hands together behind their back to form a tight body lock that controls their upper body and limits their ability to frame or escape. Your chest is pressed heavily against their torso, applying constant downward pressure to pin them to the mat, while your knees are positioned wide to create a stable base, often with one knee near their hip and the other near their shoulder to prevent them from turning or bridging effectively. Your head is tucked low, often on the same side as one of your underhooks, to avoid neck attacks and maintain control, while your hips are slightly elevated to allow for dynamic movement or transitions to submissions. The opponent is flattened on their back, struggling to create space or regain guard, with their arms trapped above your underhooks, rendering them unable to effectively defend or attack, and their legs limited in mobility due to your weight distribution and control.

Template: “On top in mount or high side control, secure double underhooks under opponent’s armpits, lock hands behind their back for body control. Press chest heavily on their torso, pin them with downward pressure, position knees wide for stable base. Tuck head low to avoid attacks, keep hips elevated for dynamic movement. Opponent is flattened on back, arms trapped, unable to defend or escape effectively.”

Control Points (Numbered List)

Key elements that define the position:

  1. Double Underhook Grip: Both arms under opponent’s armpits, hands locked behind back
  2. Chest Pressure: Heavy downward force on opponent’s torso to pin them
  3. Knee Positioning: Wide base with knees near hip and shoulder for stability
  4. Head Placement: Tucked low to protect against neck attacks
  5. Hip Elevation: Slightly raised hips for mobility and transition options
  6. Opponent Immobilization: Arms trapped, limited leg movement due to weight

Strategic Advantages

Benefits of maintaining this position:

  • Total Body Control: Double underhooks and chest pressure limit opponent’s movement
  • Submission Access: Opens paths to chokes, arm locks, and back takes
  • Escape Prevention: Wide knee base and body lock thwart guard recovery
  • Transition Flexibility: Allows shifts to mount, side control, or back control
  • Energy Efficiency: Can maintain control with moderate effort once established

Common Challenges

Difficulties faced in this position:

  • Initial Setup: Achieving double underhooks against defensive opponent
  • Energy Drain: Sustaining pressure against strong resistance can be taxing
  • Counter Attacks: Risk of neck attacks if head placement is poor
  • Dynamic Defense: Opponent may attempt explosive bridges or hip escapes
  • Transition Timing: Must time submissions or advancements to avoid losing control

Transition Opportunities

High-Probability Transitions

Common paths from this position with success rates:

  • To Submission: Rear Naked Choke (Success Rate: 70%, Conditions: back exposure)
  • To Submission: Arm Triangle (Success Rate: 65%, Conditions: arm isolation)
  • To Position: Back Control (Success Rate: 75%, Conditions: opponent turns)
  • To Position: Mount (Success Rate: 80%, Conditions: full control)

Format: [[Target Position/Transition]] (Success Rate: X%, Conditions: [when applicable])

Decision Logic for Transitions

If [opponent turns] to expose back:
- Attempt [[Back Control]] (Probability: 75%)

Else if [arm isolation] is achieved:
- Attempt [[Arm Triangle]] (Probability: 65%)

Else if [back exposure] is significant:
- Attempt [[Rear Naked Choke]] (Probability: 70%)

Else [maintain control]:
- Transition to [[Mount]] (Probability: 80%)

Defensive Considerations

Common Threats

Primary risks while in this position:

  • Neck Attack: Opponent attempts guillotine or headlock → Guillotine Control (Threat Level: Medium)
  • Bridge Escape: Opponent bridges explosively to create space → Scramble Position (Threat Level: Medium)
  • Hip Escape: Opponent shrimps to regain guard → Half Guard Bottom (Threat Level: Low)
  • Arm Drag: Opponent pulls arm to escape underhook → Neutral Position (Threat Level: Low)

Format: [[Threat Type]] → [[Resulting Position]] (Threat Level: X)

Defensive Strategies

Methods to mitigate threats:

  • Head Protection: Keep head tucked low and on underhook side to avoid neck attacks
  • Weight Distribution: Maintain heavy chest pressure to counter bridge attempts
  • Hip Control: Adjust knee positioning to block hip escapes
  • Grip Maintenance: Reinforce underhook lock to prevent arm drags
  • Active Adjustments: Shift body angle or pressure in response to opponent’s movements

Educational Content

Expert Insights

Commentary as if from recognized authorities:

  • John Danaher: “Double Jump represents the pinnacle of top control through the use of double underhooks to dominate the opponent’s upper body. The key is maintaining relentless chest pressure and a wide base to neutralize their escapes, creating a platform for submissions. This position teaches critical principles of control and pressure that are essential for advanced top game strategies.”
  • Gordon Ryan: “In competition, Double Jump is a devastating control position because it shuts down the opponent’s ability to frame or escape. I use it to set up arm triangles or transition to the back by forcing their reactions with my underhooks. The position demonstrates how total body control can lead to high-percentage finishes.”
  • Eddie Bravo: “Double Jump shows how top control can be both dominant and dynamic, integrating well with submission systems to overwhelm opponents. It’s a perfect position for grapplers who like to apply heavy pressure while hunting for chokes or arm locks. This control is ideal for blending classic BJJ with modern submission chains.”

Each insight should focus on one key technical or strategic element.

Common Errors

For knowledge test generation:

  • Error: Poor underhook grip or hand positioning

  • Why It Fails: Allows opponent to break control or initiate escapes

  • Correction: Ensure hands are locked tightly behind opponent’s back

  • Recognition: Opponent easily frees arms or creates space

  • Error: Insufficient chest pressure or weight distribution

  • Why It Fails: Permits opponent to bridge or turn for escapes

  • Correction: Apply heavy downward force with chest on opponent’s torso

  • Recognition: Opponent gains leverage to initiate bridge or hip escape

  • Error: Incorrect knee or base positioning

  • Why It Fails: Reduces stability, making control vulnerable to counters

  • Correction: Position knees wide, one near hip and one near shoulder

  • Recognition: Difficulty maintaining balance or control during resistance

Tactical Applications

Strategic uses of the position:

  • Control Dominance: Use to pin and exhaust opponent over time
  • Submission Setup: Primary position for initiating chokes and arm attacks
  • Transition Hub: Facilitates movement to back control or full mount
  • Pass Completion: Often achieved after passing guard to secure dominance
  • Energy Management: Can slow pace while maintaining advantageous position

Prerequisites

Requirements before utilizing:

  • Technical Skills: Understanding of top control and underhook mechanics
  • Physical Preparation: Upper body strength for grip and pressure
  • Positional Knowledge: Familiarity with mount and side control dynamics
  • Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced - requires control precision

Technical Assessment Elements

Knowledge Assessment Questions

5 technical questions with multiple choice answers:

  • Control Understanding: “What is the primary control point in Double Jump?”
  • Strategic Application: “What is the main advantage of Double Jump over other top positions?”
  • Error Recognition: “What is the most common mistake when establishing Double Jump?”
  • Defensive Awareness: “How can you prevent an opponent from bridging out of Double Jump?”
  • Transition Knowledge: “Which submission is most accessible from Double Jump?”

Variations and Configurations

Different setups within the position:

  • Standard Double Jump: Classic double underhook from high side control
  • Mounted Variation: Applied directly from full mount with underhooks
  • No-Gi Adaptation: Modified grip strength without gi for body lock
  • Dynamic Adjustments: Shifting underhook placement based on opponent’s reactions
  • Combination Control: Integrating with knee on belly or other top positions

Training Progressions

Skill development pathway:

  • Grip Familiarization: Practice double underhook grip and lock solo
  • Control Drilling: Work with partner on establishing and maintaining pressure
  • Movement Integration: Add dynamic transitions to submissions or positions
  • Resistance Practice: Incorporate opponent’s progressive escape attempts
  • Live Application: Use in sparring with focus on control and submission setups

Audio & Narration Elements

Position Descriptions

Dynamic language for TTS narration:

  • Control Verbs: Secure, lock, press, pin, control, maintain
  • Spatial References: Under armpits, behind back, wide knees, chest pressure
  • Pressure Dynamics: Heavy downward force, body lock tension, stable base
  • Movement Descriptions: Dynamic adjustments, transition readiness, control shifts

Coaching Commentary

Real-time instruction and feedback:

  • Setup Cues: “Secure double underhooks, lock hands behind their back”
  • Control Guidance: “Press chest heavy, keep knees wide for base”
  • Adjustment Prompts: “Tuck head low, adjust hips if they bridge”
  • Transition Confirmation: “Maintain control as you set up your submission”

Technical Specifications

Control Mechanics

Scientific position analysis:

  • Force Vectors: Downward chest pressure, inward underhook tension
  • Leverage Points: Double underhooks create fulcrum for upper body control
  • Stability Factors: Wide knee base and low center of gravity
  • Mobility Dynamics: Elevated hips allow for positional shifts
  • Energy Efficiency: High control return with moderate sustained effort

Success Factors

Elements that strengthen position:

  • Underhook Quality: Strength and lock of double underhook grip (+/-25%)
  • Chest Pressure: Effectiveness of pinning weight on opponent (+/-20%)
  • Knee Base: Stability from wide knee positioning (+/-15%)
  • Opponent Fatigue: Reduced escape capability over time (+/-10%)
  • Experience Level: Familiarity with top control dynamics (+/-10%)

Validation Checklist

Every position file must include:

  • All required properties with specific values
  • Detailed visual position description (minimum 4 sentences)
  • Complete control points list (minimum 5 elements)
  • Strategic advantages and common challenges
  • At least 3 high-probability transitions with success rates
  • Expert insights from all three authorities
  • Minimum 3 common errors with corrections
  • 5 knowledge test questions with answers
  • Defensive considerations and strategies
  • Training progression pathway

Example Implementation

See Side Control for a complete example implementing all standard requirements.

Notes for Developers

This standard ensures:

  • Consistent position data for state machine implementation
  • Detailed control mechanics for realistic modeling
  • Rich content for comprehensive technical documentation
  • Educational value through expert analysis
  • Technical depth for authentic understanding
  • Structured transition analysis for complete coverage
  • Knowledge assessment integration
  • Training progression guidance

Updates to this standard should be reflected across all position files to maintain consistency and educational value.

  • Side Control - Common starting point or variation for Double Jump
  • Mount - Frequent transition target from Double Jump
  • Back Control - High-probability transition when opponent turns
  • Knee on Belly - Alternative top control position with similar dynamics

Historical Context

Double Jump is a modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu control position, often associated with high-level competition and advanced top game strategies. It showcases the evolution of control techniques to maximize dominance through double underhook grips, reflecting BJJ’s focus on detailed positional mastery.

Competition Applications

  • IBJJF Rules: Legal at all belt levels, highly effective for control points
  • Strategic Use: Ideal for maintaining dominance and setting up submissions
  • No-Gi Specificity: Effective with adjusted grip strength in no-gi contexts
  • Tournament Impact: Often used to exhaust opponents or secure advantageous positions

Safety Considerations

  • Pressure Safety: Avoid excessive chest pressure that could restrict breathing
  • Partner Awareness: Communicate during dynamic transitions or submission setups
  • Mat Space: Ensure adequate space for movements and adjustments
  • Control Release: Be prepared to release control to avoid injury during scrambles
  • Neck Protection: Maintain proper head placement to prevent strain or injury

Position Integration

Common Double Jump combinations:

Training Applications

  • Control Development: Essential for top game control mastery
  • Competition Preparation: Strong position for maintaining dominance in tournaments
  • Submission Setup: Builds foundation for high-percentage finishes
  • Pressure Training: Develops ability to apply and sustain heavy top pressure
  • Dynamic Exploration: Encourages transitions and adaptability in top positions

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