Double Leg Takedown from Front Headlock
A safe double-leg entry for BJJ players that avoids knee-dropping by using a front headlock to create an angle, allowing the attacker to drive to the side for side control rather than driving straight into the opponent's guard.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Secure a front headlock with your front delt in the back of the opponent's neck.1:29
- 2Apply a chin strap grip or an anaconda-style grip with your free hand.1:36
- 3Snap the opponent down by gripping the top of their head, not the neck.1:37
- 4Step your leg between the opponent's legs as you pull their chin to the side.3:01
- 5Grab both knees and drive to the side, not straight forward.3:35
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