Ankle Pick to Back Take

Ankle Pick to Back Take

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Transitioning from a double ankle sweep to a back take when the opponent hides their arm:

  1. Start with feet on the biceps, exchange hips, and extend to initiate the sweep.
  2. If the opponent defends by hiding an arm, grab their ankle and post back.
  3. Grab the collar with the other hand. Without the ability to capture the arm quickly, pull the opponent towards you and drive your hip to the side.
  4. Use momentum to swing behind the opponent, ensuring your leg is pushing from behind to secure the position.
  5. Immediately lock up the legs and establish a seatbelt grip: one hand over the opponent's shoulder to their chest and the other over their arm to protect the choking hand.
  6. Grab the opponent's sleeve and pull them over as you swing yourself into position.
  7. Start securing the seatbelt grip while bringing your leg over and locking up your hands simultaneously.
  8. In an IBJJF tournament setting, ensure your feet are unlocked to secure points for the back take. Hold the position for three seconds to score, then you can return to a figure-four lock if desired.