Z Lock

A knee lock that applies sideways pressure to the opponent's knee by folding their leg into a Z shape. It is commonly entered from leg entanglements such as 50/50, single leg X, saddle, and diagonal ashi garami.

Where Z Lock connects

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Z Lock

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Technique videos

Z lock Sideways Knee Bar by Junny Ocasio

Z lock Sideways Knee Bar by Junny Ocasio

BJJ Fanatics

Knee Slip  Z Lock by Junny Ocasio

Knee Slip Z Lock by Junny Ocasio

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How to do the Perfect Z Lock in Jiu Jitsu by Junny Ocasio

How to do the Perfect Z Lock in Jiu Jitsu by Junny Ocasio

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How to escape it

How to Defend the Z Lock in Jiu Jitsu by Dan Manasoui

How to Defend the Z Lock in Jiu Jitsu by Dan Manasoui

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Oliver Taza`s Escape Artist Series - Ashi Garami Position - The Saddle - The Z Lock  (week 14)

Oliver Taza`s Escape Artist Series - Ashi Garami Position - The Saddle - The Z Lock (week 14)

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