Technique Of The Week #6

GI Single Leg Takedown – Pass – Side Control – Armbar

This sixth installment for the technique of the week by coach Tony Casarez while he demonstrates how to complete a single leg takedown using the gi, and from there he passes the guard into side control by trapping the leg with his legs. This starts with controlling the grips on both the collar and sleeve. From there while keeping the collar grip, dropping levels, and securing the leg, he then knee cuts across the stomach to pass. After this, he proceeds to move to the opposite side of the body with a fully secure side control position. Through the transition to the final side, he is able to secure the opposite arm for a finishing armbar.

Breakdown:

1. Control the collar and sleeve grips
2. Let go of the sleeve and drop levels to secure the leg for the takedown
3. Control the opponent to the ground
4. Utilize a de la riva pass to get to one side
5. Let go of the pant grip and get the underhooks
6. Transition to the opposite side and secure side control
7. Use the far underhook to transition into the finishing armbar

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Though this move may seem like a lot of steps, it is the essence of the BJJ flow: All control and not brute force. This is exactly what Coach Tony Casarez and his team are always teaching here in Cary, NC. This is a beautiful combination of moves that both the Adult BJJ and Kids BJJ classes go through in the fundamental classes, to then perfect in the advanced classes. We are a proud Lucas Lepri affiliate and strive to help our students on and off the mat. BJJ has changed the lives of many and we invite potential students interested in Raleigh, Durham, and Cary to come try out a free week. Check out our class schedules and let us know when you are stopping by to learn from the best in the Triangle area. Contact us today for more information on our BJJ programs.