North South Entries: X Recovery From Distance

North South Entries: X Recovery From Distance

Already have access? Log in

About this video

Establishing a K guard from a north-south position involves several key movements for effective upper body control and grip management. When the opponent circles to north-south and forces you onto your back, the following steps should be taken:

  1. As the opponent circles, look to cross the center line with your body to prepare for K guard entry.
  2. Focus on gaining control of the opponent's arm by reaching inside and securing a strong grip.
  3. With the grip established, your foot can start to travel across the opponent's body.
  4. If the opponent attempts to pull away, maintain the strong control to prevent their escape.
  5. Overwrap the opponent's arm to get it nice and tight, which also helps in killing their grip that's controlling your feet.
  6. Circle your other foot inside the opponent's thumb line, moving it across towards their hip to establish the K guard.
  7. Keep everything tight and overwrap to kill the opponent's grip on your feet.
  8. Once in position, you can start working on attacks from the established K guard.

This movement is particularly useful when there is a bit more distance between you and the opponent, and they are controlling the ankles without fully committing forward.

Course Content

Entries