Straight Ankle Lock Counter
Counter the straight ankle lock by faking a guard pass to disrupt the opponent's grip, then transitioning into a tight ankle lock by dropping the elbow under the hip and turning toward the floor.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Push the opponent's leg open while faking a guard pass.0:02
- 2Grab the foot, sit up, place the foot to the hip, and slide it under.0:08
- 3Position the blade of your hand under the Achilles tendon.0:15
- 4Pull the leg back until resistance is met.0:19
- 5Drop the elbow under the hip and fall onto the shoulder.0:28
- 6Turn and look at the floor.0:33
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