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Reverse De La Riva back take (kiss of the dragon)

Also called RDLR back take · Reverse De La Riva

Back takeAdvancedGi and no-giAdvanced guards (X-guard, reverse De La Riva, worm, K-guard)
Where this leadsBack control, attackingYou end up here. See what's next.

Key details

  1. Get reverse De La RivaYour leg hooks the inside of their leg.
  2. Invert under themGo onto your shoulders and spin under their legs.
  3. Come out behindYour head comes out between their legs, behind them.
  4. Grab the belt and climbClimb up to their back.

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