Outside ashi mechanics that force a choice between ankle lock and heel hook.
The Bottom Line
You learn to create dilemmas that expose the heel or the ankle. The course adds entries and defenses that keep you safe while hunting finishes. It assumes reaping/heel hook rules; IBJJF-gi players will skip sections.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Leg-lock hunters
Skip if: Heel hooks are banned
Tech focus: Outside Ashi, Ankle Lock, Outside Heel Hook, Z Lock, Backside 50/50, Long Butterfly, Y Guard
Biggest takeaway: Create the ankle/heel dilemma.
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What You'll Learn
A modern outside ashi system built around the ankle lock–heel hook dilemma, plus entries and defenses across standing, kneeling, and seated phases.
Good if you want leg locks that integrate with your guard game.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Outside Ashi
- Ankle Lock
- Outside Heel Hook
- Z Lock
- Backside 50/50
- Long Butterfly
- Y Guard
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 44 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I think building dilemmas first made my outside ashi finishes more reliable than drilling single moves.
Why Jason Rau?
Rau is respected by many elite leg lockers for clear mechanics and safety principles. He connects outside ashi to 50/50 and back takes so you are rarely stuck.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Fans call Rau a great teacher; many highlight his outside ashi content.
- Commonly mentioned alongside his 50/50 as sets that level up finishing.
- Appreciated for pairing clear finishing mechanics with follow-up options.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some buyers feel leg-lock sets are best on sale.
- If your rule set bans reaping/heel hooks, big chunks may not apply.
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Smart Alternatives
- Dynamic Outside Ashi: Leg Attacks by Jason Rau – Earlier, shorter take on the same theme. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- Dynamic Cross Ashi by Jason Rau – Complements with cross ashi options and transitions. (Price: $127.00)
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.
