The scarf hold position may be one of the MOST EFFECTIVE, yet misunderstood positions in all of BJJ. Often the position is viewed as risky in jiu-jitsu, but yet this method of control is a staple in the arsenals of so many other grappling arts! The stigma ends here.

Steal souls with incredible details on entries, methods of control, adding pressure, and finishing from the scarf hold position by Rickson Gracie black belt Henry Akins.

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