Detailed Omoplata Submission (Advanced)

Professor Lucas Lepri demonstrates a systematic Omoplata entry from closed guard, focusing on maintaining control and neutralizing the step over defense. The setup begins with a cross-sleeve grip and using the knees to pull the opponent forward, breaking their posture. Once the arm is isolated and the leg is swung over the shoulder, Lucas immediately secures the opponent’s belt to anchor them and pushes their knee away to flatten them out. To finish the submission, he emphasizes sitting up and placing his elbow on the opponent’s hip to block them from rolling. Crucially, he keeps his head tight to the opponent’s side to prevent them from stepping over his head to escape. Finally, he pulls his foot back and projects his weight forward to apply maximum pressure to the shoulder.