Ground Control

Ground Control A. Weight Distribution/Pressure

1. Pupil has little to no weight on opponent

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2. Pupil applies some weight some of the time.

3. Pupil is off knees, driving hips, & consistently applies weight

2. Pupil cuts some angles.

3. Pupil consistently cuts angles with hip pressure.

2. Pupil uses some rips/ manipulations.

3. Pupil consistently rips/ manipulates opponents “vulnerableʼ openings.

2. Pupil occasionally uses strong body positioning.

3. Pupil consistently maintains strong body positioning. (low hips, wide base, tucked head, etc.

2. Pupil enacts some transitions.

3. Pupil consistently enacts tight transitions.

B. Cutting Angles

1. Pupil squares up with opponent.

C. Ripping/Manipulations 1. Pupil does not rip.

D. Body Positioning

1. Pupil has weak body positioning.

E. Transitions

1. Pupil “ends up” in places vs making transitions.

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