De La Riva Hook Sweep
A basic sweep from De La Riva guard used when the opponent posts or attempts to stand. It works by hooking behind the knee and using simultaneous push-pull leverage to off-balance the opponent, transitioning directly into a guard pass.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Establish De La Riva hook inside the thigh while controlling the heel with your hand.2:20
- 2Move your De La Riva foot to the opponent's hip and hook it behind their knee.2:40
- 3Execute the sweep by pushing the hooked leg and pulling the opponent's upper body simultaneously.3:00
- 4Bring the sweeping leg back and stand up into a combat base.3:20
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