– Gaining inside position over the opponent's elbows using methods like the 10-finger grip or the "spontaneous pommel".

The curriculum is organized into a logical progression designed to solve the "central problem" of side control: the opponent's ability to frame and escape.

: Specific techniques to counter common defensive reactions like the elbow escape and knee escape .

– Moving the opponent's elbow away from their ribs and over the shoulder line to isolate limbs.

The instructional series you are looking for is by Professor John Danaher. This 8-volume course shifts the philosophy of side control from a static "holding" position to a dynamic offensive platform. The Core Philosophy