About this video

• Video Title: Leg Riding | Wrestling Moves
• Channel: Iron Faith Wrestling
• Speakers: [Speaker not identified in transcript]
• Duration: 00:29:59

Overview

This video provides a comprehensive guide to leg riding techniques in wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu. It demonstrates various methods for securing a leg in, turning opponents from different positions (base, flat, hip), and finishing with pins or superior positioning. The presenter also shares insights on the effectiveness of each move and offers bonus techniques.

Key takeaways

• Methods for Securing a Leg: The video details several ways to get a leg in, including using a tilt, a reach-back maneuver, and incorporating it during a takedown.
• Turns from Base: Techniques like the banana split and figure-four cross-body turn are shown for turning an opponent when they are on their base.
• Turns from Flat: The presenter emphasizes that turning an opponent from a flat position is generally more effective and demonstrates moves like the figure-four turn and various armbar/headlock variations.
• Turns from Hip: When the opponent is on their hip, the video shows how to adjust and apply turns, such as using a spiral ride or a specific leg-in technique to secure the position.
• Double Leg Rides: The video covers how to effectively ride a double leg and execute a power half for a turn.
• Importance of Opponent's Position: The effectiveness and execution of turns are highly dependent on whether the opponent is on their base, hip, or flat on their stomach.
• Bonus Moves: The presenter includes bonus techniques, such as a move utilizing double leg boots and a specific counter for when an opponent tries to defend by pulling their leg across.

Securing the Leg In:

The video outlines three primary methods for securing a leg in:

1. Tilt to Get the Leg In:

   • Grab the opponent's elbow and wrist, bringing their arm close to your stomach.
   • Place your knee on their quad.
   • Pull them back into your lap.
   • From this position, you can throw either your left or right leg in, depending on your preference.
   • Key Detail: Maintain the wrist control as you come on top to prevent the opponent from basing up.

2. Reach Back from Flat:

   • Start with your partner flat on their stomach, with your legs on either side of one of their legs.
   • Use your right leg to kick their leg up and catch it. Repeat this motion for control.
   • Once caught, pull the leg up and slide your leg underneath it, aiming to catch high on the leg (closer to the hip/thigh) for better control.
   • Come to your knees and "windshield wipe" your left leg in.
   • Preference: The presenter prefers a figure-four position where their left foot is behind their knee.

3. During a Takedown:

   • As you finish a double leg takedown, start climbing towards the opponent's head.
   • Your leg will naturally slip in before they can "belly out" (turn onto their stomach to defend).

Turns from Flat:

When the opponent is flat on their stomach, these are considered the most effective turning techniques, rated as "10 out of 10" by the presenter.

1. Getting the Opponent Flat:

   • Option 1 (Guillotine and Ankle): With one leg in, reach for a guillotine with your left hand and simultaneously grab their ankle with your right hand. Drive them forward to flatten them out.
   • Option 2 (Heel Hook and Hip Pinch): With one leg in, hook your right leg behind their heel. Your knee should be pinching their hip. Ride more parallel than cross-body, extending your right foot out as you bump their hands away to break them flat. This uses a "short boot" (leg not deeply in).

2. Turns from Flat (after they are broken down):

   • Figure Four Turn:
     • After getting the leg in (e.g., via the "reach back" method), the instructor describes a figure-four setup where their foot goes behind the opponent's knee.
     • They emphasize being high up in the thigh (above the knee) and having their knee wide.
     • To execute, hop on your toe, flip the opponent's hip over, keeping your knee wide and chest to the mat. Attack the head with a "football grip."
     • Counter: If the opponent resists by posting their hand, you can transition to an armbar or a "sack of potatoes" (side headlock).
   • Armbar Chin Pull:
     • This move works in conjunction with the figure-four turn. If the figure-four turn is resisted by a posted hand, scoop the armbar.
     • Unlock the figure-four, step your right leg up, and use your left hand under the chin to pull the opponent back while throwing in the second boot for back points.
   • Sack of Potatoes:
     • Similar to the armbar chin turn, but with a side headlock.
     • After the figure-four turn is resisted, lock a side headlock, step up your leg, pull the opponent to your chest, and bring them back to their back, securing back points.