Attacking from Turtle (Intermediate)
How to break down the turtle and transition to high-percentage back takes and finishes.
When your opponent turtles to defend, that’s your cue to launch a calculated attack. This issue breaks down how to expose the back, secure submissions, and pressure opponents into bad decisions.
One trap that leads straight into the truck.
Takeaways from the Giles Trials
A back take that puts elite wrestlers to sleep.
Technique: Truck Roll to Back
Coach Caleb Flippin shows how to use a shin-lever entry to roll under and take the back when your opponent turtles. The technique sets up clean hook insertion and strong back exposure.
Match Footage: Giles Trials
This breakdown covers key themes from the CJI Giles Trials. It highlights transitions into front headlocks, control strategies, and grip fighting patterns that lead to successful attacks.
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The turtle is a stalling position — until it isn’t. If you know how to pressure, break posture, and stay one step ahead, it becomes one of the cleanest paths to the back.
Watch the reactions. Control the hips. Finish before they recover!