There's no question that back mount is one of the most powerful finishing positions in jiu-jitsu, but getting there isn't always such a simple task.

Fear not! 

 We've compiled both hyper-modern and classic techniques from some over the very best back-take artists on the planet like Espen Mathiesen & Tommy Langaker, Rafa Mendes, Xande Ribeiro, and more to guide you along your way.   

Espen Mathiesen - Matrix Back Take

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Epsen Mathiesen shows off one of his most innovative techniques. - the Matrix system. 

Xande Ribeiro - Attacking the Turtle

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Xande Ribeiro shows a classic way to attack the turtle and jump on your opponent's neck.

Jamil Hill-Taylor Worm X-Guard Back Take

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Learn this modern variation on the x-guard that see's your own lapel used as a control point.

Gabriel Arges - Passig DLR to the back

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Why settle for the pass when you could land on your opponent's back instead?

Tommy Langaker - Keymaster Back Take

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One of the sneakiest pathways we've seen yet.

Rafa Mendes - Back Control Details

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Never lose the back again with these fine details from one of the best featherweights ever.