Barambolo
A method to transition into the Barambolo from De La Riva guard by manipulating the opponent's weight to create a sweep opportunity.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Establish a grip on your opponent's collar.1:34
- 2Flick your wrist while holding his collar to manipulate his weight.1:58
- 3Pull your opponent’s shoulders to you to shift his weight.2:09
- 4Use your knee to create pressure on your opponent's leg.4:01
- 5Bring your shin behind his leg to stretch and take his back.4:06
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