Positions & control · Gi & no-gi
Shin-to-shin → single-leg X
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Use the shin connection to enter underneath a standing opponent.
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Shin-to-shin · Playing guard
Training
WATCH VIDEO · 2 min section · 1:30–3:22
Opens the video at this section · Gi demonstrationHow to Establish Control Against a Standing Opponent
Stephan Kesting / Grapplearts
Setup & key ideas
Before you start
- An established shin connection and retained control of a standing opponent's near leg.
Key ideas
- Disturb their base before moving underneath.
- Replace the shin connection with stable control around the hip and thigh.
Common pitfalls
- Dropping underneath after the leg connection has been removed.
Connections Reactions and next steps
Where this can lead
- Single-leg X guard · Playing guard
You get underneath while controlling their leg.