John Wayne Sweep (Knee Lever) Variation with Knee Shield and Arm Control
Variation of the knee lever sweep from half guard with knee shield, breaking opponent's grip on lapel, controlling arm inside, and tilting opponent by bringing head toward their knee.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Take two hands to your partner's cuff and break their grip on your lapel1:56
- 2Pass your partner's arm to the inside and control it with your left hand on their armpit or tricep2:19
- 3Put your feet on the floor and bring your head toward your partner's knee2:37
- 4Keep the two-on-one grip and bring your head over your partner's head, pinning their arm across the center line2:56
- 5Pull your heels down to the floor, turn your knees up, and tilt your partner up and over3:22
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