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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu emphasizes getting an opponent to the ground to be able to utilize ground fighting techniques and submission holds involving joint-locks and chokeholds. The premise is that most of the advantage of a more substantial, stronger opponent arises from superior reach and more powerful strikes, jiu jitsu training both of which are somewhat negated when grappling on the floor.

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BJJ permits a wide variety of techniques to just take the fight to the ground after taking a grip. Once the opponent is on the ground, numerous maneuvers (and counter-maneuvers) are available to manipulate the opponent in to a suitable position for the application of a submission technique. Achieving a dominant position on a lawn is one of the hallmarks of the ju jitsu, and includes effective usage of the guard position to guard oneself from bottom, and passing the guard to dominate from top position with side control, mount, and straight back mount positions. This method of maneuvering and manipulation can be likened to a kind of kinetic chess when used by two experienced practitioners. A submission hold is the equivalent of checkmate in the sport, reflecting a disadvantage which may be excessively difficult to overcome in a fight (such as a dislocated joint or unconsciousness).