Modern outside ashi finishes that actually break posture.
The Bottom Line
You will learn to combine ankle and heel threats from outside ashi. You will not get a broad entry curriculum. You will finish more when SAL stalls.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: SAL users stalling
Skip if: You avoid outside ashi
Tech focus: Outside Ashi, Straight Ankle Lock, Outside Heel Hook
Biggest takeaway: Layer threats
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What You'll Learn
Updates to outside ashi with combined ankle and heel hook threats. Use it to convert stalling SAL positions into real finishes.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Outside Ashi
- Straight Ankle Lock
- Outside Heel Hook
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 44 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I used these angles to stop opponents standing up safely in outside ashi.
Why Jason Rau?
Jason Rau is a technical outside-ashi specialist with clear finishing instruction.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Rau’s outside ashi material is commonly praised.
- Clear finishing mechanics that do not rely on strength.
- Complements SAL users who struggle to finish cleanly.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Position-specific; needs broader system study.
- Less coverage of entries compared to Craig’s sets.
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Smart Alternatives
- Dynamic Ankle Locks – Cheaper ankle lock focus to pair with outside ashi. (Price: $79.00)
- Systematically Attacking The Legs – More depth on finishing mechanics. (Price: $349.00)
- Leg Locks: Enter The System – Global framework to place outside ashi inside. (Price: $197.00, 8 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Outside Ashi Reloaded on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
