In this series I want to take a look at the Mechanics you need to bear in mind when attempting a straight foot lock, as well as some potential options for attacking the straight foot lock and potential transitions into attacks.

In this video, we'll take a look at some of the basic breaking mechanics that make a straight footlock work - it's particularly important to note that there can be scope for grip differences and different leg configurations, but generally speaking you are looking to torque the foot and stress ank...

In this video, we will learn how to use one of my preferred leg configurations in order to finish the straight foot lock. Many people will still use the Ashi Garami variant (Single Leg X), but I have found using the Inside Butterfly Hook allows me to maintain distance and ensure I have maximal t...

In this video, we'll take a look at maintaining control of both of our opponents'. The principle to remember here is that if you're looking to attack leglocks, then you must win the inside position. This particular position allows you to maintain both of your feet on the inside, meaning you have...

In this video, I want to take a look at a potential method of getting to the double ankle position shown in the previous video via open guard sweeps. I have found a great deal of success with transitioning from an X guard into the Cross guard (All of this can be found in the Open Guard Series), a...