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<p><strong>Class 13</strong> - Straight Armlock - Guard [<a title="Straight Armlock" href="https://www.gracieuniversity.com/Pages/Players/FVLessonPlayerBC?enc=7jO0h2sYFHtcwdewuaC7%2bg%3d%3d#playertop">GU-19</a>]; Clinch (Aggressive Opponent) [<a title="Clinch ( Aggressive Opponent)" href="https://www.gracieuniversity.com/Pages/Players/FVLessonPlayerBC?enc=a9vASvvgNjBMLFkvgYiAJg%3d%3d#playertop">GU-7</a>]</p>
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<p><strong>Straight Armlock - Guard -</strong><span id="PrimaryContent_rptGroups_rptShows_0_lblShowDescription_12"><br /></span><span id="PrimaryContent_rptGroups_rptShows_0_lblShowDescription_10"></span></p>
<p>The most common type of attack you will encounter from an opponent who is trapped inside your guard is a punch to the face. Once<br />they realize that they can’t effectively punch you they will try to get access to your neck or face by any means necessary. Whenever<br />someone attacks your neck or face from within your guard, they are giving you the opportunity to catch them in a Straight Armlock. In<br />this lesson you will learn two variations of the Straight Armlock as well as what to do if the opponent escapes by pulling their arm out.</p>
<p>Technical Slices™<br />1) Low Variation<br />Indicator: Opponent swims inside to attack your chest or throat with their head low.<br />Essential Detail: Constant head control and effective body angle<br />Most Common Mistake: Weak inside leg movement and body bite<br />Bad Guy Reminder: Keep your body rigid while leaning forward with your arms on your partner’s chest or throat<br />Drill Orders: Start in Stage 1, 1 repetition, reverse roles<br />2) High Variation<br />Indicator: Opponent attacks your chest or throat with fully-extended arms and their head high.<br />Essential Detail: Quick angle acquisition and high hip shot<br />Most Common Mistake: Weak clamps with both legs<br />Bad Guy Reminder: Sit tall and grab throat with extended arms while leaning forward<br />Safety Tip: Squeeze very slow since the arm is already extended<br />Drill Orders: Start in Stage 1, 1 repetition, reverse roles<br />3) Triangle Transition<br />Indicator: Opponent pulls their arm out during your Straight Armlock attempt.<br />Essential Detail: Quick transition to the Triangle Setup position with constant high hips<br />Most Common Mistake: Late reaction to the pull out with sagging hips<br />Bad Guy Reminder: Pull arm out at different phases of the Armlock to test response effectiveness<br />Drill Orders: Start from Stage 1, go for Armlock, transition to Triangle Choke, reverse roles</p>
<p><span id="PrimaryContent_rptGroups_rptShows_0_lblShowDescription_30"><span id="PrimaryContent_rptGroups_rptShows_0_lblShowDescription_21"><strong>Clinch (Aggressive Opponent) -</strong> <span id="PrimaryContent_rptGroups_rptShows_0_lblShowDescription_34"></span></span></span></p>
<p>Most martial arts rely heavily on the use of strikes to defeat the opponent. This strategy may work against a smaller opponent, but is<br />very risky against a larger, more athletic opponent who could just as easily knock you out every time you put yourself in range to strike<br />them. The best strategy is to establish a clinch and take the fight to the ground where you can preserve energy, neutralize punches,<br />and win the fight with ease. The key to establishing a clinch on an aggressive opponent is to understand that there are two safe<br />distances in a fight: all the way out or all the way in.<br />Technical Slices<br />1. Keep the Distance (Preparation Drill)<br />• Essential Detail: Lead with the back leg when stepping back<br />• Most Common Mistake: Allowing the feet to come together while moving<br />• Drill Orders: Start from safe distance, keep the distance for 3-5 steps, reverse roles<br />2. Close the Distance<br />• Indicator: Opponent becomes aggressive and commits to attacking you.<br />• Essential Detail: Keep hands protecting face during entry<br />• Most Common Mistake: Lunging forward with the wrong foot<br />• Bad Guy Reminder: Take two conservative steps then become aggressive on the third<br />• Safety Tip: Use open hands and refrain from actually striking during practice<br />• Drill Orders: Start standing, keep the distance, establish the clinch control, reverse roles</p>
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