Cross Ashi Garami: Revolutionary Leg Lock Control

Cross ashi garami represents the evolution of leg lock techniques that I've used to dominate world championship matches, featuring crossed leg entanglement that creates multiple control points and devastating heel hook opportunities while requiring careful attention to smashing defenses.

Cross your legs over the opponent's body while controlling both of their legs, establish multiple control points for dominant positioning, create tension that prevents escapes, and transition smoothly to heel hooks or other leg lock submissions.

Cross your legs firmly over opponent's body with proper tensionMaintain active hip and shoulder positioning to avoid smashingControl both of opponent's legs simultaneously for dominanceCreate multiple control points that prevent easy escapesMove quickly to heel hook submissions before opponent defendsUse leg transfer sequences to attack secondary legKeep your body positioned to counter downward pressureEstablish proper base with your free hand and hip positioningTransition smoothly between over/under and under/over configurationsFocus on exposing heels while maintaining overall leg controlBe prepared to abandon position if opponent establishes strong defensePractice breaking mechanics for 360-degree heel hook rotations