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Made for white belts.

Straight ankle lock

Also called Straight foot lock · Achilles lock · Ankle lock

SubmissionFundamentalGi and no-giNot for kids
Where this leads
FinishThey tap. End of the path.
How they defend thisStraight ankle lock defence and escapeLeg entanglements, defending · 2 videos

Key details

  1. Foot in your armpitTheir toes point past your shoulder.
  2. Blade of the wrist under the AchillesBony part of your forearm, not the soft side.
  3. Squeeze your knees on their legPinch so they can't pull the leg out.
  4. Arch back slowlyLift your chest and push your hips forward. Go slowly and let go the moment they tap.

Practise with a partner under a qualified coach, and tap early. Terms and safety