Leg Entanglements

Straight ashi, single leg X, and cross ashi. Where to enter from, how to finish heel hooks and ankle locks, and how they connect back to traditional positions.

Flow outline

  1. Leg Locks

    • foundational study of lower limb submissions, encompassing positions of control and finishing mechanics

  2. Single Leg X

    • Once set, quick note: a primary leg entanglement position, establishing control over one of opponent's legs from a seated or supine position

  3. Takedown

    • From here, initial engagement from standing, culminating in a ground position from which leg entanglements may be pursued. Don’t force it

  4. Straight Ashi

    • Key detail: a fundamental leg entanglement where practitioner's legs control opponent's leg in a straight configuration, isolating knee and ankle

  5. Outside Heel Hook

    • Once set, most of the time a submission applied from straight ashi, attacking opponent's heel by rotating it outward, away from midline of their body

  6. Ankle Lock

    • A straight footlock submission, applying pressure to Achilles tendon and ankle joint from Straight Ashi position. Switch if it stalls

  7. Extend Opponent Leg And Go To Reverse X

    • From here, a transitional action from single leg x, extending controlled leg to off-balance opponent and enter a reverse x guard configuration

  8. X Guard

    • From here, if it shows up, a guard position where practitioner uses both legs to control one of opponent's legs, typically from a seated or supine posture

  9. Catch Knee And Lock Triangle

    • Usually A sweeping action from X Guard, using legs to trap opponent's leg and off-balance them, leading to a top position

  10. Cross Ashi

    • From here, usually an advanced leg entanglement, also known as 50/50 position, where legs are crossed to control opponent's leg, creating opportunities for inside and outside attacks. switch if it stalls

  11. Inside Heel Hook

    • A potent submission from Cross Ashi, attacking opponent's heel by rotating it inward, toward midline of their body

  12. Outside Heel Hook

    • If they frame, when it happens, a submission applied following a reap, attacking opponent's heel by rotating it outward. angle matters

  13. Open Guard

    • Key detail: a family of guard positions where practitioner's legs are not closed around opponent's torso, used to manage distance and initiate attacks

  14. Mount

    • Key detail: usually a dominant top position where practitioner sits atop opponent's torso, controlling their hips and upper body. pay attention to posture

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