CONCEPTTOP

Wedge Position

Sources and other names

Also called: wedge, wedge between knees, wedges

5videos

3channels

3 gi · 3 no-gi

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North South PositionWhen: backstep and move to north south

Used by

Half GuardWhen: establish wedges with arms and legs to prevent opponent pressure
Knee Cut PassWhen: use body as wedge to keep hips open and prevent escape

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