To Play Heel Hooks Or To Not Play Heel Hooks…

The Heel Hook…Many Jiu Jitsu schools and tournaments have banned this move because it is “dangerous”. While I agree that it is a dangerous submission, there is no need to ban it IF people are properly educated on it. In reality the Rear Naked Choke is way more dangerous than a Heel Hook because it … Continue reading To Play Heel Hooks Or To Not Play Heel Hooks…

A Special Thanksgiving Leg Lock – The Turkey Wrap

Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, friends, family, and leg locks. In today's video Coach Chris Herzog of 10th Planet Rochester fame shows off a very fun leg lock that can be used when your are playing an open guard game. While I personally don't really use this leg lock I definitely see it … Continue reading A Special Thanksgiving Leg Lock – The Turkey Wrap

Leg Lock of the Month – November

I'll be the first to admit that my weakest leg lock is the kneebar. While I have finished kneebars before I usually find myself having to transition from the kneebar to something else. Knowing this I have spent the past few weeks really focusing on improving my kneebar game and fine tuning the key details … Continue reading Leg Lock of the Month – November