# Submission Defense

> Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu submission defense and escape techniques with video instruction. (iPhone/iPad app by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submission-defense/id604793778 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Grapplearts Enterprises Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539545697)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 545 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-03-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submission-defense/id604793778/reviews.md

## What is Submission Defense?

HOW TO DEFEND, ESCAPE AND COUNTER SUBMISSIONS FROM ALL THE MOST COMMON BJJ POSITIONS!

Grapplearts Submission Defense is the first app dedicated to helping you NOT tap out to submissions on the ground.  Learn how to prevent, defend and escape even the most powerful submissions.

Stephan Kesting is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu blackbelt, an instructor in Combat Submission Grappling, and has over 30 years of experience in the martial arts. He also operates Grapplearts.com, one of the most respected grappling sites on the web.

Grapplearts Submission Defense includes: 

* 36 Submission Defenses and Escapes, broken down into easy-to-follow steps.  Become 300% harder to tap by learning the 3 levels at which every submission can be countered.

* 24 additional 'Key Points' videos, taking you through the advanced aspects of the submission defenses to make them truly effective.

* Principles and concepts to make the techniques easy to learn, and tricks that allow you to escape and turn the tables on your opponent even for the most powerful submissions.

* All the material is shot in high definition video and professionally edited so it looks great on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

*This app is self-contained: once you download it you do NOT need an internet connection to view the step-by-step techniques or the detail menus

* SPECIAL BONUS: Purchase of this app also entitles you to receive a lesson on shutting down your opponent's offense from the guard from the Black Belt Grappling Concepts Course. entirely for free!


TECHNIQUE LIST:

1. Armbar from Guard: Awareness and Prevention
2. Armbar from Guard: Lion Kill Defense
3. Armbar form Guard: Ninja Star Escape
4. Armbar from Top: Awareness and Prevention
5. Armbar from Top: Clear & Bridge Counter
6. Armbar from Top: Hitchhiker Escape
7. Triangle Choke: Awareness and Prevention
8. Triangle Choke: Stack and Spin Escape
9. Triangle Choke: Foot in Armpit Escape
10. Omoplata: Awareness and Prevention
11. Omoplata: Cartwheel Escape
12. Omoplata: Rolling Counter
13. Guillotine Choke: Awareness and Prevention
14. Guillotine Choke: Run Around Counter
15. Guillotine Choke: Arm Over Shoujlder Escape
16. Arm Triangle Choke: Awareness and Prevention
17. Arm Triangle Choke: Reguarding Counter
18. Arm Triangle Choke: Leg Grab Counter
19. Rear Naked Choke: Awareness and Prevention
20. Rear Naked Choke: Block and Slide Counter
21. Rear Naked Choke: Unwrapping the RNC
22. Americana Armlock: Awareness and Prevention
23. Americana Armlock: Elbow Push Counter
24. Americana Armlock: Straight Arm and Spin
25. Kimura from Guard: Awareness and Prevention
26. Kimura from Guard: Taking the Back Counter
27. Kimura from Guard: Hand Sandwich Counter
28. Kimura Shoulderlock: Awareness and Prevention
29. Kimura Shoulderlock: Half Guard Defense
30. Kimura Shoulderlock: Grip Strip Counter
31. Kneebar: Awareness and Prevention
31. Kneebar: Triangle and Crossface
33. Kneebar: Leg Pry Escape
34. Straight Footlock: Awareness and Prevention
35. Straight Footlock: Standup Counter
36. Straight Footlock: Hip Hop Counter

## Key features

- 36 Submission Defenses and Escapes
- Easy-to-follow step-by-step video instruction
- 24 'Key Points' videos for advanced techniques
- Principles and concepts for learning
- Offline access to all material
- Bonus lesson on guard offense

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submission-defense/id604793778/reviews.md

### 3/5 — No sound

*2023-02-24*

How can I manage to get a copy with sound? The whole thing is on silent.

### 5/5 — Very helpful

*2019-12-01*

Everything explained in details, i am enjoying the lessons.

### 3/5 — Pretty good

*2019-08-03*

If u do sports BJJ this would probably be really useful, I just wish it was a bit more self defence oriented

### 5/5 — Sound does not work

*2018-10-11*

Sound does not work since update to iOS 12 please fix 
5 star when I can hear 1 star no sound is useless

The problem was fixed when I bought the master app and re downloaded ?

### 5/5 — Sub defense app review

*2017-03-22, version 1.2*

I really like the simplicity and easy to understand steps. The breakdown of the moves are very helpful.

### 5/5 — Submission Defense

*2016-08-13, version 1.1*

Excellent Content and Presentation

### 5/5 — Submission Defense

*2016-06-30*

This is a great app

I have been training Jiu Jitsu for about a year and I was looking for some extra tuition outside of my club to help me progress faster. The videos are short, clear and easy to understand and follow. I can easily apply what I have learned from Stephan's video to my training. There are techniques shown that I don't think my club instructor would ever teach. My BJJ game and confidence is improving which I am delighted about. Plus I can easliy access the information on my phone or ipad if I need a refresher. Plus I found the price very resonable.

### 5/5 — Review of Stephan 's app

*2015-10-12, version 1.1*

I am just a white belt but app has already made a big difference in my game.  Well worth the investment.

### 5/5 — great

*2015-06-26, version 1.0.2*

hes meant to teach no doubt

### 5/5 — Well made and easy to use

*2015-06-19*

My favourite aspect of this app is the speed of access. It's well organised and the segments are small and digestible which means you can cram just before training, offering order in the minefield of techniques that are out there.

## Frequently asked questions about Submission Defense

### What does the Submission Defense app teach?

The app teaches users how to prevent, defend, and escape common submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It covers 36 specific defenses and escapes with step-by-step video instruction, along with advanced tips and principles to make techniques effective.

### How many techniques are included in the app?

The app includes 36 distinct submission defenses and escapes. In addition to these core techniques, it also features 24 'Key Points' videos that delve into the advanced aspects of making these defenses truly effective.

### Is this app free to download and use?

This app is a paid application. Once purchased, all the content, including the video instruction and detail menus, is available offline without any further internet connection required. There are no in-app purchases or ads.

### What devices is the Submission Defense app compatible with?

The app's material is shot in high definition and professionally edited to look great on Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. It is designed for optimal viewing on these iOS platforms.

### Who is Stephan Kesting and what is his expertise?

Stephan Kesting is the instructor featured in the app. He is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, an instructor in Combat Submission Grappling, and possesses over 30 years of experience in martial arts. He is also the operator of Grapplearts.com, a respected grappling resource.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.7 — 2017-11-23

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updates for iOS 11 and changes to support new upcoming app platform.

### 1.2 — 2017-02-07

General enhancements and bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2015-10-01

Fixed to be iOS9 compatible

### 1.0.2 — 2013-03-05

No release notes.

## Apps similar to Submission Defense

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Shaolin Kung Fu Master Class](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shaolin-kung-fu-master-class/id1046534992) | — | $3.99 | Sports |
| [Marune](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marune/id1405069801) | 4.6 (95) | Free | Sports |
| [Muay Thai -Thai Boxing For You](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/muay-thai-thai-boxing-for-you/id440322259) | 4.3 (10) | Free | Sports |
| [Yoga For BJJ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoga-for-bjj/id1453352905) | 5.0 (101) | Free | Sports |
| [Jiu Jitsu X](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jiu-jitsu-x/id1574399775) | 2.9 (56) | Free | Sports |
| [Gracie JiuJitsu](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gracie-jiujitsu/id1544094234) | 3.3 (12) | Free | Sports |

## More apps by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc.

- [Submissions](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submissions/id539545694)
- [Guard Sweeps](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guard-sweeps/id567153955)
- [BJJ Roadmap](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-roadmap/id864289023)
- [BJJ Concepts](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-concepts/id1106105151)
- [BJJ Master App by Grapplearts](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-master-app-by-grapplearts/id1308072068)

All apps by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/539545697

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*