Judo Turtle Turnovers - Handcuffs

Summary

In this instructional script, the narrator demonstrates a grappling technique involving a 'handcuff' position in martial arts. Starting with a grip on the opponent's wrist through a gap between the ribs and armpit, the technique progresses to a 'Batcave' position, where the opponent's head is pinched between the knees. The narrator then transitions to a 'handcuff' by securing the opponent's gi with a mechanical grip, effectively immobilizing one arm. Finally, the script describes how to expose the opponent's lapel for a chokehold, leaving them with limited defense due to the restricted arm movement.

Takeaways

• 🤼‍♂️ The technique described is a grappling move, likely from a martial art such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on controlling an opponent's arm and positioning for a submission hold.
• 🔄 The initial grip involves inserting the practitioner's hand between the opponent's ribs and armpit, using a thumbless grip for a smoother transition.
• 🤲 The practitioner emphasizes the importance of securing a strong grip on the opponent's wrist, which is crucial for the subsequent moves.
• 💫 Once the grip is secured, the practitioner rotates around the opponent's head to achieve a Batcave position, which is a dominant grappling position.
• 🤝 The Batcave position allows the practitioner to control the opponent's head between their knees, providing an opportunity to transition to a Kimura submission if the opponent is not defending properly.
• 🚫 The opponent is described as 'savvy', indicating that they are protecting their arm to prevent a submission, which is a common defensive strategy in grappling arts.
• 👋 The practitioner then releases the wrist grip and pushes their hand through to establish a new position, emphasizing the fluidity and adaptability in grappling techniques.
• 🔗 The term 'handcuffs' refers to a specific technique where the practitioner grabs the opponent's gi skirt and pulls it tightly to immobilize the opponent's arm.
• 👕 The 'mechanical grip' on the gi skirt is described as strong, making it difficult for the opponent to free their arm, which is a key aspect of the handcuff technique.
• 🤸‍♂️ After establishing the handcuff, the practitioner uses it to turn the opponent partially over, setting up for a different submission or control position.
• 👔 The final part of the script describes exposing the opponent's lapel, which is a crucial step in setting up a collar choke, a common submission technique in grappling arts.
• 💀 The choke is executed with the opponent in a vulnerable position, having only one arm to defend due to the effectiveness of the handcuff technique.

Q & A

What is the initial position referred to in the script?

The initial position is the 'turtle position,' where the opponent is likely keeping their arms close to their body.

How does the speaker initiate the attack on the opponent's hand?

The speaker initiates the attack by wedging their outside hand through the space between the opponent's ribs and armpit, aiming to cup the opponent's wrist.

Why does the speaker prefer a thumbless grip when cupping the opponent's wrist?

The speaker prefers a thumbless grip because it allows for a smoother transition to the next position or technique.

What is the 'Batcave position' and how is it achieved?

The 'Batcave position' is achieved by rotating around the opponent's head while torquing their arm, and then pinching the opponent's head between the knees. This position can lead to a submission like the Kimura.

What does the opponent do to avoid a shoulder submission in the Batcave position?

The opponent protects their arm to avoid the shoulder submission, such as a Kimura, which prompts the speaker to transition to another technique.

How does the speaker transition from the Batcave position to the 'handcuff'?

The speaker transitions by letting go of the wrist grip, shoving their hand through, and grabbing the opponent's gi tightly, creating a strong mechanical grip that restricts the opponent's arm movement.

What is the significance of the 'handcuff' grip?

The 'handcuff' grip is significant because it immobilizes the opponent's arm, making it difficult for them to escape or defend effectively.

How does the speaker utilize the opponent's lapel after securing the handcuff grip?

The speaker pulls the opponent over their shoulder to expose the lapel, then grabs it with a thumb-in, palm-down grip, and pulls the opponent flat to set up a choke.

What final position does the speaker take to apply the choke?

The speaker goes belly down, securing a strong grip on the opponent's collar, which allows them to finish the choke effectively.

How does the 'handcuff' grip limit the opponent's ability to defend against the choke?

The 'handcuff' grip limits the opponent's ability to defend because they are left with only one free arm, reducing their chances of escaping the choke.