Knee-on-belly

Names by art: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Joelho na barriga · Judo: Knee-on-stomach · MMA: Knee-on-belly

Appears in 3 arts.

⚠ Train with an instructor. Learn and practise this technique only under a qualified instructor, on a suitable surface and with a cooperative partner. This page explains; it does not replace a teacher.

Biomechanics: what the body does

The top fighter places one shin across the opponent’s stomach with the other leg posted wide. The weight can be shifted onto the knee to cause discomfort while the attacker stays mobile and ready to switch positions.

Appears in 3 arts

Art	Name used in this art
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu	Joelho na barriga
Judo	Knee-on-stomach
MMA	Knee-on-belly

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Sources

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You may quote short excerpts with a visible link to this page. Suggested citation:

Wabukan (2026). “Knee-on-belly”. https://wabukan.com/tecnicas/joelho-barriga (accessed 2026-10-30).

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