Tri-Guillotine Choke from Side Mount

In the "Tri-Guillotine from Side Mount" technique, the focus is on securing a guillotine choke when you're in a defensive side mount position. Here's a step-by-step on how to execute this effectively:

Positioning Against the Crossface: As your opponent, Drew, achieves side mount, your first task is to block the space he needs to establish a solid crossface. Insert your hand in front of his bicep to prevent him from closing off that space, setting the stage for your escape and submission setup.
Initiating the Guillotine Setup: As Drew fights for the crossface, use his forward pressure to your advantage. Lift him slightly using the arm that's blocking his bicep, which creates the necessary space for your other hand to slip underneath his neck.
Securing the Head and Arm: Quickly transition your blocking hand to wrap around Drew's neck, capturing his arm in the process. This is crucial as it sets up the choke and prevents him from posturing back up easily.
Adjusting for the Choke: Scoot your hips out to the side to align your body more favorably for the choke. Ensure his arm is positioned across his own neck, which may require some adjustment to perfect the choke's positioning.
Finalizing the Guillotine: With his head and arm in position, use a Gable grip to lock everything in place. Drop your weight slightly to the side where you have the grip, enhancing the choking pressure. You can enhance the choke by hooking one of your legs around his back or extending it to increase leverage.
Executing the Choke: Focus on dropping your shoulder and armpit down onto the back of Drew’s neck while squeezing inward, mimicking the pressure application similar to finishing a triangle choke. The arm included within the guillotine acts as an additional barrier, intensifying the choke.

This technique not only provides a defensive counter to a dominant side mount but also flips the script by setting up a powerful submission opportunity, leveraging minimal movement for maximum effect.