📍 Positions

What is Body Lock Position in BJJ?

Quick Definition

A passing position using a tight body lock grip around the opponent's torso.

Full Explanation

Body lock position is a guard passing approach where you establish a tight gable grip or clasp around your opponent's torso, pinning their hips. From here, you use pressure and hip movement to work past their legs. Gordon Ryan popularized systematic body lock passing as a primary passing strategy. The body lock neutralizes many guard retention techniques because you control their core directly.

Examples in Context

"Gordon Ryan's body lock passing system is dominant"

"Once I locked the body lock, I just needed to work past his legs"

Related Terms

Guard Pass

A technique to get past your opponent's legs and establish a dominant top position.

Pressure

Using body weight effectively to control and exhaust your opponent.

Over-Under Position

A guard passing position with one arm over and one arm under the opponent's legs.

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