A safe, structured start to leg locks that builds habits and positional understanding for long-term progress.
The Bottom Line
You learn safe entries and IBJJF-legal finishes. You get a clear base to add heel hooks later. You will not get advanced inside heel hook systems here.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: New to leg locks
Skip if: You want heel hooks
Tech focus: Ankle Lock, Entries, Positional Safety
Biggest takeaway: Safety and structure
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What You'll Learn
Beginner-safe curriculum that teaches how to train leg locks responsibly while building a functional base. Emphasizes safety, positional understanding, and clear progressions.
Ideal starting point before specialized 50/50 or saddle work.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Ankle Lock
- Entries
- Positional Safety
- Ibjjf Legal Finishes
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Conceptual, System Based, Drill Heavy
- Skill level: Beginner
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 49 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I use this for white and blue belts to build safe leg habits before 50/50 and saddle.
Why Charles Harriott?
Charles Harriott is a respected instructor and curriculum builder focused on safe, progressive leg lock training.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Great starter without overspending.
- Clear safety guidance for the gym.
- Builds a base for later heel hooks.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Not a deep dive into heel hooks.
- Less appeal to advanced sub-only players.
- Simpler production and scope.
Smart Alternatives
- The Modern Leg Lock Manual by Victor Hugo – Add IBJJF-focused finishes after basics. (Price: $127.00)
- Dynamic Ankle Locks by Jason Rau – Sharpen the highest legal submission early. (Price: $79.00)
- Leglocks: Enter The System by John Danaher – Graduate to a full conceptual framework. (Price: $197.00, 2018)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Leglocks 101 on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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