S-Mount System | Advanced Mount Variation
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Master the S-mount position in BJJ. Advanced chest pressure position perfect for submissions and positional control.
What is S-Mount?
S-mount, also called the "scarf hold" variation, is an advanced mounting position where you sit more to the side while maintaining control. Your body forms an "S" shape with your opponent's torso. This position creates incredible chest pressure and prevents most common escape attempts.
Getting to S-Mount from Standard Mount
The transition from standard mount to S-mount:
- Start from high mount with your opponent pinned
- Shift your weight diagonally across their body
- Extend one leg while keeping the other knee high
- Your body should form an "S" curve against theirs
- Control their far-side arm with your hand
Chest Pressure and Control in S-Mount
Applying maximum pressure from S-mount:
- Your chest rests against their ribs and shoulder
- Keep your hips low and your weight forward
- Trap their arm against their body with your knee
- Your other hand frames on the mat or their neck
- This position is extremely exhausting for them to defend
Submissions from S-Mount
The best finishes from S-mount position:
- Armbar: Isolate the trapped arm and extend it
- Choke: Use your forearm or sleeve on their neck
- Shoulder Lock: Control both arms and apply pressure
- Transition to Back Control: When they panic and turn
S-Mount Defense Strategies
Your opponent can try to buck you or bridge, but the S-mount position makes these escapes much harder due to the angle of your body control.
When to Use S-Mount
S-mount is particularly effective against opponents who are strong or flexible. The positional exhaustion this creates is unmatched at any belt level.