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Electric Chair Submission

Jun 15, 202510 min read

Electric Chair Submission

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Required Properties for State Machine

Core Identifiers

  • Submission ID: S301
  • Submission Name: Electric Chair Submission
  • Alternative Names: Electric Chair Stretch, Lockdown Groin Stretch

State Machine Properties

Submission Properties

  • Success Probability: Beginner 40%, Intermediate 65%, Advanced 80% - core probability data
  • Execution Complexity: Medium to High - technical difficulty assessment
  • Energy Cost: Medium - physical demand of execution
  • Time Required: Medium - duration of submission attempt
  • Risk Level: Medium - chance of position loss if failed

Physical Requirements

  • Strength Requirements: High for leg and core engagement during stretch
  • Flexibility Requirements: High for hip mobility in positioning
  • Coordination Requirements: High for precise lockdown and grip control
  • Endurance Requirements: Medium for sustained pressure during finish

State Machine Content Elements

Visual Execution Sequence

Detailed step-by-step description for clear movement sequence visualization:

From the Electric Chair position or Lockdown Guard, you start by securing full control with a lockdown on the opponent’s trapped leg, ensuring maximum tension to isolate their lower body. With your outside hand, grip their free ankle or foot tightly to prevent escape, while your inside arm controls their upper body by gripping their collar or shoulder to limit their rotation. Turn your body slightly away from the opponent to create an optimal angle, then initiate the submission by pushing their free leg across their body while simultaneously pulling their upper body in the opposite direction, creating a powerful stretching pressure on their inner thigh and groin. Elevate your hips to intensify the stretch across the adductor muscles and hip joint, maintaining control through their defensive reactions and adjusting angles as needed until the opponent submits due to the overwhelming discomfort and potential for injury.

Template: “From Electric Chair, secure lockdown on trapped leg. Grip free ankle with outside hand and control upper body with inside arm. Turn slightly away, push free leg across, pull upper body opposite. Elevate hips to intensify stretch until submission.”

Execution Steps (Numbered Sequence)

  1. Setup Requirements: Establish control in Electric Chair or Lockdown Guard
  2. Initial Movement: Secure lockdown on opponent’s trapped leg with maximum tension
  3. Opponent Response: Opponent may attempt to posture or escape grip
  4. Adaptation: Grip opponent’s free ankle/foot with outside hand for control
  5. Positioning: Control upper body with inside arm (collar or shoulder grip)
  6. Pressure Application: Turn slightly away, push free leg across, pull upper body opposite
  7. Completion: Elevate hips to intensify stretch on inner thigh/groin until submission

Key Technical Details

Critical elements that determine success:

  • Grip Requirements: Strong grip on opponent’s free ankle/foot
  • Base/Foundation: Stable lockdown position for leverage and control
  • Timing Windows: Execute after secure Electric Chair establishment
  • Leverage Points: Hip elevation and opposing force vectors for stretch
  • Common Adjustments: Adjust body angle and hip height based on resistance

Success Modifiers

Factors that increase/decrease probability:

  • Setup Quality: Security of lockdown and grip control (+/-20%)
  • Timing Precision: Executing before opponent defends posture (+/-15%)
  • Opponent Fatigue: Reduced defensive mobility over time (+/-5%)
  • Knowledge Test Performance: Understanding stretch mechanics (+/-10%)
  • Hip Elevation: Effectiveness of hip lift for pressure (+/-10%)

Counter-Attack Analysis

Common Counters

Opponent responses with success rates:

  • Posture and Base: Maintaining strong posture to resist stretch → Submission Defense (Success Rate: 30%, Conditions: early reaction)
  • Hip Escape: Shrimping to reduce pressure angle → Pressure Reduction (Success Rate: 25%, Conditions: significant space)
  • Whizzer Control: Overhooking arm to prevent angle → Angle Prevention (Success Rate: 20%, Conditions: strong grip)
  • Free Trapped Leg: Breaking lockdown control → Control Escape (Success Rate: 15%, Conditions: mobility available)
  • Forward Drive: Driving forward to flatten position → Flattening Counter (Success Rate: 10%, Conditions: quick anticipation)

Format: [[Counter Technique]] → [[Result State]] (Success Rate: X%, Conditions: [when applicable])

Decision Logic for Opponent Behavior

If [electric chair control] is not fully secured:
- Execute [[Posture and Base]] (Probability: 30%)

Else if [space] can be created:
- Execute [[Hip Escape]] (Probability: 25%)

Else if [grip strength] allows overhooking:
- Execute [[Whizzer Control]] (Probability: 20%)

Else if [body mobility] permits leg freedom:
- Execute [[Free Trapped Leg]] (Probability: 15%)

Else [optimal submission execution]:
- Accept submission (Probability: Success Rate - Modifiers)

Defensive Considerations

Common Threats During Attempt

Primary risks while attempting this submission:

  • Grip Break: Opponent breaks ankle/foot control → Control Escape (Threat Level: Medium)
  • Position Loss: Opponent escapes lockdown during setup → Position Change (Threat Level: Medium)
  • Counter Attack: Opponent initiates forward drive to flatten → Flattening Counter (Threat Level: Low)
  • Stalemate: Opponent maintains posture to stall stretch → Submission Defense (Threat Level: Medium)

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

Defensive Strategies

Methods to mitigate threats:

  • Grip Maintenance: Secure tight grip on ankle/foot quickly to prevent breaks
  • Position Control: Maintain stable lockdown to avoid escapes
  • Hip Elevation: Maximize stretch early to limit defensive options
  • Upper Body Control: Use collar/shoulder grip to disrupt opponent’s posture
  • Adaptation Readiness: Be prepared to switch to sweeps if defended

Educational Content

Expert Insights

Commentary as if from recognized authorities:

  • John Danaher: “Though not central to my system, the Electric Chair Submission showcases effective mechanical principles. It creates comprehensive pressure across multiple joint systems simultaneously. This demonstrates unconventional leverage and advantage.”
  • Gordon Ryan: “I rarely use the Electric Chair, but I recognize its utility for smaller grapplers against larger opponents. Defense focuses on posture control and hip mobility to nullify the threat. It’s a specialized tool in specific contexts.”
  • Eddie Bravo: “The Electric Chair is a signature 10th Planet submission. Precise angle, lockdown tension, and hip elevation are critical for maximum effect. It’s part of a comprehensive system with numerous entries and follow-ups.”

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

Common Errors

For knowledge test generation:

  • Error: Insufficient lockdown tension

  • Why It Fails: Reduces stretching effectiveness on adductor muscles

  • Correction: Maintain maximum tension in lockdown throughout

  • Recognition: Stretch feels weak despite proper grip

  • Error: Poor ankle/foot control on free leg

  • Why It Fails: Allows opponent to escape or reduce pressure

  • Correction: Secure strong grip on ankle/foot with outside hand

  • Recognition: Opponent easily pulls free leg away during attempt

  • Error: Inadequate hip elevation during application

  • Why It Fails: Limits pressure on inner thigh and groin

  • Correction: Elevate hips to maximize stretching angle

  • Recognition: Pressure feels insufficient despite correct positioning

Timing Considerations

When to attempt this submission:

  • Optimal Conditions: After secure establishment of Electric Chair or Lockdown Guard
  • Avoid When: Opponent maintains strong posture or grip breaks
  • Setup Sequences: During transitions or from stable lockdown positions
  • Follow-up Windows: Must complete within 5-10 seconds to prevent defense or fatigue

Prerequisites

Requirements before attempting:

  • Technical Skills: Understanding of lockdown mechanics and stretch submissions
  • Physical Preparation: Hip mobility and leg strength for effective pressure
  • Positional Knowledge: Control from Electric Chair or Lockdown Guard setups
  • Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced - requires specific 10th Planet concepts

Technical Assessment Elements

Knowledge Assessment Questions

5 technical questions with multiple choice answers:

  • Mechanical Understanding: “What creates the submission pressure in the Electric Chair Submission?”
  • Timing Recognition: “When is the optimal moment to initiate the Electric Chair Submission?”
  • Error Prevention: “What is the most common mistake in lockdown tension for this submission?”
  • Setup Requirements: “Which control is essential for the Electric Chair Submission?”
  • Adaptation: “How do you adjust if the opponent starts to posture up?”

Variants and Configurations

Different setups within the submission:

  • Standard Electric Chair Submission: Classic 10th Planet approach from Electric Chair
  • High Lockdown Electric Chair: Elevated lockdown variation for added pressure
  • Modified with Underhook: Enhanced upper body control with underhook
  • Electric Chair with Head Control: Alternative upper body control method
  • Double Trouble Electric Chair: Enhanced free leg control for stability

Training Progressions

Skill development pathway:

  • Lockdown Familiarization: Practice lockdown tension and control solo
  • Control Drilling: Work with partner on establishing Electric Chair position
  • Grip Integration: Add ankle/foot grip and upper body control to setup
  • Stretch Practice: Incorporate hip elevation and opposing force application
  • Live Application: Use in sparring with focus on timing and adjustments

Audio & Narration Elements

Action Descriptions

Dynamic language for TTS narration:

  • Movement Verbs: Secure, grip, turn, push, pull, elevate, maintain
  • Spatial References: Lockdown tension, free leg angle, upper body control
  • Pressure Dynamics: Stretching pressure, adductor strain, hip joint stress
  • Momentum Descriptions: Progressive stretch increase, continuous adjustment

Coaching Commentary

Real-time instruction and feedback:

  • Setup Cues: “Secure that lockdown with maximum tension on the trapped leg”
  • Execution Guidance: “Grip the free ankle and control their upper body”
  • Adjustment Prompts: “Turn away slightly and elevate hips for intense stretch”
  • Completion Confirmation: “Push and pull in opposite directions until they tap”

Technical Specifications

Control Mechanics

Scientific submission analysis:

  • Force Vectors: Opposing forces through leg push and upper body pull
  • Leverage Points: Hip elevation as fulcrum for adductor stretch
  • Stability Factors: Lockdown for lower body control and grip for upper stability
  • Mobility Dynamics: Body angle adjustment for dynamic pressure
  • Energy Efficiency: Moderate energy use with high submission return

Success Factors

Elements that strengthen submission:

  • Lockdown Quality: Security of trapped leg control (+/-20%)
  • Grip Strength: Effectiveness of ankle/foot control (+/-15%)
  • Hip Elevation: Precision of hip lift for stretch (+/-15%)
  • Opponent Fatigue: Reduced defensive resistance over time (+/-5%)
  • Experience Level: Familiarity with 10th Planet mechanics (+/-10%)

Validation Checklist

Every submission file must include:

  • All required properties with specific values
  • Detailed visual execution sequence (minimum 4 sentences)
  • Complete execution steps list (minimum 7 steps)
  • Strategic advantages and common challenges
  • At least 3 high-probability counters 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 Americana for a complete example implementing all standard requirements.

Notes for Developers

This standard ensures:

  • Consistent submission 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 counter analysis for complete coverage
  • Knowledge assessment integration
  • Training progression guidance

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

  • Banana Split - Complementary stretch submission from similar positions
  • Calf Slicer - Alternative submission from Lockdown Guard
  • Vaporizer - Follow-up if control shifts to single leg
  • Twister - Secondary attack if positioning changes
  • Electric Chair Sweep - Alternative if submission fails

Historical Context

The Electric Chair Submission emerged from Eddie Bravo’s development of the 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system in the early 2000s. Unlike conventional BJJ submissions targeting specific joints or arteries, it focuses on comprehensive stretching pressure across multiple muscle groups, demonstrating effectiveness in competition, especially for smaller practitioners against larger opponents. It exemplifies modern submission grappling’s evolution beyond traditional mechanics.

Competition Applications

  • IBJJF Rules: Often restricted at lower belt levels, legal at advanced levels in some contexts, scores as submission win
  • Strategic Use: High-percentage finish in no-gi and submission-only formats
  • No-Gi Specificity: Effective in no-gi due to lockdown focus
  • Tournament Impact: Often used to surprise opponents with stretch mechanics

Safety Considerations

  • Pressure Control: Apply stretch gradually to avoid sudden muscle or joint damage
  • Partner Awareness: Monitor opponent’s response during application
  • Mat Space: Ensure adequate space for safe positioning
  • Release Timing: Release immediately upon tap to prevent injury
  • Hip Safety: Avoid excessive force beyond reasonable stretch point

Submission Integration

Common Electric Chair Submission combinations:

Training Applications

  • No-Gi Specialization: Essential for no-gi competitors focusing on stretch submissions
  • Competition Preparation: Strong submission for submission-only tournaments
  • Control Development: Builds understanding of lockdown and stretch mechanics
  • Tactical Exploration: Encourages multi-threat setups from bottom positions

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