aliases:
  - brado

Brabo Grip

The Brado Grip is a specialized grip in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu used to control your opponent's arm or lapel by wrapping your hand deeply and securely around it, often with a twisting motion. This grip is typically employed in gi situations and provides enhanced leverage and control, making it a valuable tool for sweeps, submissions, and positional dominance.

Key Features of the Brado Grip

Deep Grip

Your hand grips the opponent's lapel or sleeve deeply, often with the fabric tightly twisted around your fingers.
This creates a secure anchor point that is harder for your opponent to strip.

Rotational Pressure

The twisting motion tightens the fabric and applies additional pressure, enhancing control and limiting your opponent's mobility.

Strong Wrist Engagement

The grip uses your wrist and forearm to maintain tension, improving your ability to manipulate their posture and movement.

Uses in BJJ

Control and Posture Disruption

The Brado Grip allows you to break your opponent's Posture by pulling or twisting the lapel.
Effective for keeping them off balance and preventing offensive movements.

Sweeps

Commonly used in Butterfly Guard, De La Riva, and other Guard positions to execute sweeps by combining the grip with Angles and Leverage.

Submissions

Sets up gi-based chokes like the Cross Collar Choke or Loop Choke by maintaining tight control over their lapel.

Takedown Setups

From a standing position, the Brado Grip can control the opponent’s posture and Center of Gravity, setting up throws or trips.

Guard Retention

Helps maintain control during guard exchanges, making it harder for the opponent to pass or posture up.

Advantages

Provides strong and secure control over the opponent’s upper body or arm.
Limits the opponent’s ability to break grips or move freely.
Increases leverage for sweeps, submissions, and transitions.

Tips for Effective Use

Grip Deeply

Ensure your hand grips deeply into the lapel or sleeve to maximize control.
The deeper the grip, the harder it is for the opponent to strip or counter.

Combine with Body Movement

Use Hip Movement, Angles, and Frames to complement the grip and enhance control.

Apply Tension

Twist the fabric to tighten the grip and apply Pressure on the opponent’s posture or movement.

Stay Dynamic

Be ready to transition to other grips or techniques as the situation evolves.

Common Mistakes

Shallow Grip

A loose or shallow grip reduces control and makes it easier for the opponent to strip it.

Overcommitting

Focusing too much on maintaining the Brado Grip without advancing your position can lead to stalling or counters.

Ignoring Posture

Failing to combine the grip with posture control or Distance Management can limit its effectiveness.

Grip Fatigue

Over-squeezing can lead to unnecessary hand fatigue during prolonged matches.

Variations and Combinations

Brado Grip to Sleeve Control

Combine the Brado Grip with a C-Grip Sleeve Grip to control both their upper and lower body.

Brado Grip to Choke

Transition to submissions like the Loop Choke or Cross Collar Choke using the grip as an anchor point.

Brado Grip with Leg Control

Pair the grip with leg positioning in De La Riva or Butterfly Guard to off-balance your opponent and execute sweeps.

Brado Grip to Guard Pass Prevention

Use the grip to anchor yourself to the opponent’s lapel and block their passing attempts.

The Brado Grip emphasizes tight control, leverage, and efficient use of gi fabric, making it a versatile tool for managing your opponent’s posture, setting up attacks, and maintaining dominant positions. By mastering this grip, you can enhance your ability to disrupt your opponent’s game while creating openings for offensive techniques.