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10th Planet Joint Lock
Familyテンスプラネット関節技(Tensu Puranetto Kansetsu Waza)
Translation: 10th Planet joint lock
Overview
The 10th Planet Joint Lock family covers joint lock submissions developed within Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system — locks designed for no-gi grappling that are applied from the system's proprietary positions (Rubber Guard, Lockdown, Truck) and use unique entanglement pathways unavailable in traditional BJJ. [1] The most notable 10th Planet joint locks include the Twister (a devastating spinal crank applied from the Truck position), the Electric Chair (a groin/hip stretch submission from the Lockdown), the Banana Split (a leg-splitting submission from the Truck), and various arm locks entered through Rubber Guard transitional positions. [1],[2] These locks exploit body configurations unique to the 10th Planet system — the Truck's leg and arm entanglement, the Lockdown's figure-four leg control, and the Rubber Guard's overhook positioning create submission opportunities that don't exist in standard BJJ guard play. [2],[3] While requiring system-specific positional knowledge, these locks have produced numerous submission victories at EBI, ADCC, and in MMA competition. [3]
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History & Origin
10th Planet joint locks were developed by Eddie Bravo as part of his 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system (founded 2003). [1] The Twister was named and codified in Bravo's book 'Twister' (2007). [1],[2] The Electric Chair evolved from the Lockdown half guard system. These submissions gained credibility through EBI competition results and successful application in ADCC and MMA. [2],[3]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Attacking joints through unique body configurations created by 10th Planet's proprietary positions, using entanglement-based control that differs from standard BJJ submission mechanics
Joints Involved — Spine (Twister — rotational crank on the cervical and thoracic spine), hip/groin (Electric Chair — forced lateral split of the legs), knee/calf (Banana Split variants — leg separation; calf crank from Truck — compressing the calf against the knee)
Force Vector — Twister: rotational — upper and lower body rotate in opposite directions around the spine, Electric Chair: lateral — the legs are split apart, stressing the adductors and hip joint, Banana Split: bilateral separation — both legs pulled apart from the Truck, Calf crank: compression — the calf is compressed against the back of the knee
Lock Mechanic — 10th Planet locks exploit the unique body configurations of the system's positions — the Truck creates a back-body entanglement where both the spine and legs can be attacked, while the Lockdown creates a trapped-leg configuration that enables the Electric Chair stretch
Position & Entry
Twister from Truck — From the Truck position (back-body control with calf hook and far-side leg control), secure the opponent's near arm, then rotate their upper body while their lower body is locked — the spine cranks as the body twists in opposite directions [1]
Electric Chair from Lockdown — From Lockdown half guard (figure-four leg control), come to the knees with an underhook, underhook the opponent's far leg, and stretch their legs apart while driving forward — the forced split attacks the adductors and hip
Banana Split from Truck — From the Truck, control both of the opponent's legs and separate them laterally while maintaining back control — the legs are split apart, stressing the adductors and hip joints
Vaporizer from Truck — A calf slicer/compression lock applied from the Truck position by driving the shin against the back of the opponent's knee while extending the trapped leg [2]
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
9
Extreme9/10
The Twister attacks the cervical spine (potentially the most dangerous legal submission), the Electric Chair and Banana Split can cause groin tears and hip dislocations, and calf cranks can damage the knee; all 10th Planet locks require slow, controlled application in training
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Advanced
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Illegal
— kansetsu-waza
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDFLegal
— IBJJF — Legal at all belt levels
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— ADCC — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— Unified MMA — Legal submission technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDF— FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Learn the 10th Planet positional system before the submissions — the locks are meaningless without understanding the Truck, Lockdown, and Rubber Guard positions from which they are applied (Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard, 2006) [1]
✓The Twister must be applied slowly in training — it attacks the cervical spine; tap immediately when caught
✓The Electric Chair can cause groin tears — stretch gradually; the training partner must tap before the stretch reaches their flexibility limit
✓Cross-train with 10th Planet practitioners — these positions require system-specific knowledge that traditional BJJ doesn't cover
✓EBI competition footage is the best study material — watch how elite 10th Planet fighters set up and finish these submissions [2]
✓These locks supplement the standard submission curriculum — they add options from positions not covered by traditional BJJ
✓Flexibility helps but isn't required for the attacker — flexibility matters for the Rubber Guard entries, but the submission mechanics themselves work regardless of the attacker's flexibility
Common Mistakes
!Applying the Twister at full speed — this is the most dangerous mistake; the spinal crank can cause cervical injury; always apply slowly
!Not understanding the positional prerequisites — attempting 10th Planet locks without first establishing the correct position (Truck, Lockdown, Rubber Guard) results in failed attempts
!Forcing the Electric Chair beyond the training partner's flexibility — this can cause groin tears; always allow time for the tap
!Treating these locks as gimmicks — they are legitimate competition techniques with a significant track record
!Not training the defence — understanding how to escape the Truck and Lockdown is essential for any serious grappler
!Using the Banana Split without hip control — the legs must be separated while the opponent's hips are controlled; without hip control, they can bridge and escape
Related Techniques
Arm Lock — the traditional joint lock familyLeg Lock — lower-body locks that share principles with some 10th Planet locks10th Planet Choke — the choking counterpart within the 10th Planet systemTruck Position — the primary position for Twister and Banana SplitLockdown — the half guard position for Electric Chair
Counter Techniques
Prevent the Truck — not allowing the calf hook and seatbelt that establish the Truck positionFight the Arm Control — the Twister requires controlling the near arm; keeping the arm free prevents the crankEscape the Lockdown — standing up breaks the figure-four leg lockChin Tuck — tucking the chin provides some protection against the Twister rotationAddress the Position Early — escaping 10th Planet positions before they are fully established is much easier than escaping after
Setup Chain
1Establish 10th Planet Position — achieve the Truck (for Twister/Banana Split), Lockdown (for Electric Chair), or Rubber Guard (for arm locks)
2Secure Control — fully consolidate the positional control before attacking
3Identify Submission — select the appropriate lock based on the opponent's defensive posture
4Isolate the Target — control the arm (Twister), leg (Electric Chair), or joint being attacked
5Apply Lock — execute the submission with controlled, progressive force
6Finish — maintain pressure until the opponent taps; release immediately
Sources & References
Primary Source
Twister (Eddie Bravo, 2007)
1BookMastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006)
Description sources — [1] Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006) [2] Twister (Bravo, 2007) [3] EBI and MMA competition records
2BookTwister (Bravo, 2007)
3BookEBI competition analysis
4CitationMastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006)
Description sources — [1] Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006) [2] Twister (Bravo, 2007) [3] EBI and MMA competition records
5CitationTwister (Bravo, 2007)
6CitationEBI competition analysis
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Athletics
Requires
positional knowledge (10th Planet system), flexibility (for Rubber Guard access), rotational strength (Twister application)
Favours
flexible body type, long legs, system-specific training
Key muscles
core (rotational force for Twister), adductors (maintaining Lockdown and Truck), hip flexors (Rubber Guard positioning), forearms (grip control)
Sub-techniques
EM Ankle Lock
SubFamilyThe EM Ankle Lock is an ankle lock entered through the Electric Chair series, attacking the foot when the opponent defends the Electric Chair sweep or submission. [1]
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Stoner Control Calf Crank
SubFamilyThe Stoner Control Calf Crank applies a calf compression from Stoner Control by threading the leg behind the opponent's knee and applying pressure. [1]
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Notes
10th Planet joint locks include the electric chair (groin/hip), vaporizer (calf slicer), and EM ankle lock — unique submissions from Eddie Bravo's no-gi system. Designed for MMA where gi-dependent techniques don't apply. (Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard, 2006)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the 10th Planet Joint Lock work?
The 10th Planet Joint Lock family covers joint lock submissions developed within Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system — locks designed for no-gi grappling that are applied from the system's proprietary positions (Rubber Guard, Lockdown, Truck) and use unique entanglement pathways unavailable in traditional BJJ. The most notable 10th Planet joint locks include the Twister (a devastating spinal crank applied from the Truck position), the Electric Chair (a groin/hip stretch submission from the Lockdown), the Banana Split (a leg-splitting submission from the Truck), and various arm locks entered through Rubber Guard transitional positions.
Where does the 10th Planet Joint Lock come from?
10th Planet joint locks were developed by Eddie Bravo as part of his 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system (founded 2003). The Twister was named and codified in Bravo's book 'Twister' (2007).
Is the 10th Planet Joint Lock legal in competition?
IBJJF: legal — Legal at all belt levels; IJF: banned — Only elbow joint locks (kansetsu-waza) permitted in judo — all other joint lo…; ADCC: legal — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC; Unified MMA: legal — Legal submission technique; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the 10th Planet Joint Lock?
Danger rating 9/10. Very high — the Twister attacks the cervical spine (potentially the most dangerous legal submission), the Electric Chair and Banana Split can cause groin tears and hip dislocations, and calf cranks can damage the knee; all 10th Planet locks require slow, controlled application in training
How do I set up the 10th Planet Joint Lock?
The standard setup chain: Establish 10th Planet Position → Secure Control → Identify Submission → Isolate the Target → Apply Lock → Finish.
How do I defend against the 10th Planet Joint Lock?
Standard counters include: Prevent the Truck — not allowing the calf hook and seatbelt that establish the Truck position / Fight the Arm Control — the Twister requires controlling the near arm; keeping the arm free prevents the crank / Escape the Lockdown — standing up breaks the figure-four leg lock / Chin Tuck — tucking the chin provides some protection against the Twister rotation.
What are the variants of the 10th Planet Joint Lock?
Common variants: Twister (spinal crank from the Truck; the signature 10th Planet su…); Electric Chair (groin/hip stretch from the Lockdown; can function as both…); Banana Split (leg separation submission from the Truck); Vaporizer (calf crank from the Truck position); Dead Orchard armbar (armbar entered through the Rubber Guard's Dead Orchard po…); Chill Dog lock (arm lock from the Chill Dog Rubber Guard position); Lockdown calf crank (compressing the calf through the Lockdown figure-four leg…).
How effective is the 10th Planet Joint Lock in competition?
10th Planet locks have produced numerous EBI submission victories. The Twister has been finished in EBI, ADCC, and UFC (Chan Sung Jung's Twister win).
What are common mistakes when doing the 10th Planet Joint Lock?
Top errors to watch for: Applying the Twister at full speed — this is the most dangerous mistake; the spinal crank can cause cervical injury; … / Not understanding the positional prerequisites — attempting 10th Planet locks without first establishing the correct … / Forcing the Electric Chair beyond the training partner's flexibility — this can cause groin tears; always allow time … / Treating these locks as gimmicks — they are legitimate competition techniques with a significant track record.
What are other names for the 10th Planet Joint Lock?
The 10th Planet Joint Lock is also known as Tensu Puranetto Kansetsu Waza, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Joint Lock, 10P Joint Lock.