Bamboo from Top Position
Transitioning from headquarter position to take the back using a bamboo lock.
9 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Pinch his right leg with your bottom legs.1:35
- 2Make an angle and look at the opposite side.1:53
- 3Control behind your partner's knees.2:06
- 4Fall on your right shoulder.2:20
- 5Lock both knees while staying tight.2:37
- 6Grab the middle of his belt.3:08
- 7Raise his lower back off the ground.3:38
- 8Switch grips to reach his upper body.3:56
- 9Make chest to back connection.4:35
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