Cross Sleeve Grip with Leg Hug in De La Riva Guard
Use leg hug variation with strong knee pressure to gain cross sleeve grip, then return to ankle grip to open attacks including lacing for back takes, De La Riva X-guard, and berimbolo setups.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Come around opponent's ankle with elbow just above Achilles area5:12
- 2When opponent pushes on your knee to alleviate pressure, use that moment to get cross sleeve grip5:29
- 3Return to ankle grip after getting cross sleeve grip5:35
- 4If opponent hides cross sleeve grip or messes with it, grab sleeve and break it5:50
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