Video: Leg Ride Breakdown & Turns by Joshua Nolan Wrestling. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
Leg riding inserts a hook into the opponent's leg from top, controlling them and setting up turns.
3 key details
- Hook deep with your instep.
- Hips tight to their hips.
- Control the far wrist.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Top base
- 3:00Hook insertion
- 3:00Ride with wrist control
- 2:00Hip stretch
Safety
Don't force the hook against the knee.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
