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Nov 2023
24m 28s

White Belts Should Learn Heel Hooks!

JT & Joey
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Should white belts learn leg locks? Is this a dangerous approach to learning BJJ for beginners? Some would say to steer clear of this risky business but JT is planting a flag for the Heel Hooks for White Belts. But why would he say something so controversial?
JT & Joey break down both sides of the argument, the pros and cons and why the evolution of BJJ is calling for a change in what we are teaching. Heel Hooks are not fundamental but they have changed the game and as a result we need to upgrade how we approach this complex subject.


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