This time we focus on a couple variations of the leg drag to either pass or take the back. The leg drag is a great position because while on it you are the only one attacking, because in order for your opponent to attack… Continue reading
Attacks
DOUBLE UNDER SHOULDER LOCK ATTACKS (DEFENSES TO THE DOUBLE UNDER PASS)
The double under is a position no guard player enjoys. But it shouldn’t be a position you should fear. As long as you know how to play there and not let your opponent stack you, you shouldn’t be afraid. But not been afraid doesn’t… Continue reading
AIKIDO WRIST ATTACKS
The problem on attacking wristlocks at the gym is that wristlocks most of the times are a surprise technique because it’s very hard to do a wristlock on someone who’s expecting it. It’s also very hard to do a wristlock slow because if applied… Continue reading
OVERHOOK CROSS CHOKE VARIATIONS
This is one of the most powerful chokes from the turtle position. A well set up cross choke from the turtle is more effective than guillotines, darces, etc. When training on the Gi I highly suggest to go for them if given the right… Continue reading
TURTLE DROP ATTACKS
There are many ways of dropping someone to side control from the turtle position, I’m not an specialist on it because I’m not a fan of leaving the back, but it’s important we learn it all, if not to use at least to understand… Continue reading
LAPEL DRAG + LOOP CHOKE FROM OPEN GUARD
A lot of people know how to do a loop choke, the most important though is to know how to set it up without your opponent feeling it coming so he has no chance to defend. In this lesson plan we work on how… Continue reading
