Reverse Heel Hook from Side Control
A side control to heel hook transition that exploits the opponent's attempt to retain guard. It uses knee control and Achilles exposure to isolate the heel, followed by a bridge to maximize leverage and break the knee.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Establish side control and cup the opponent's knee as they try to slide it inside to retain guard.1:57
- 2Grab the Achilles tendon and pull up to expose the heel.2:30
- 3Grab the heel and bridge your hips upward while driving the toes down with your armpit.3:07
- 4Place your inside foot against the opponent's leg to block rotation.3:44
- 5Hand off the push to your outside foot and use your free leg to kick away any attempts to grab your legs.4:00
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