Course Overview
This instructional content is designed for complete beginners with no prior grappling experience. The double leg takedown is a fundamental technique commonly used in mixed martial arts and jiu-jitsu.
Range Assessment
Before initiating the takedown, the practitioner must establish proper distance from the opponent. By extending the arm straight, one can determine the critical range threshold—close enough to execute the technique but far enough to prevent the opponent from blocking or striking effectively.
Level Drop
Lowering the center of gravity is essential to move underneath the opponent's arms, which are the primary defensive barrier. Rather than attacking directly at the legs, dropping the level allows the practitioner to bypass arm defense and access the target.
Lead Leg Step and Penetration
The practitioner steps forward with the lead leg while loading the rear leg to generate driving force. Stepping with the lead leg is faster than stepping with the trail leg, reducing reaction time for the opponent.
Proper Knee Placement and Posture
The lead knee must touch the mat while maintaining an upright posture with the upper body. Stepping deeply ensures structural integrity—poor posture allows opponents to sprawl effectively, while proper alignment preserves driving power through the hips.
Drive and Finishing Position
The practitioner drives through with the rear leg while keeping the head on the upward side of the opponent. This explosive extension completes the takedown, landing the practitioner in side control position.
Common Mistake: Straight Leg Attack
Attacking directly at the legs without first lowering the level places the practitioner directly into the opponent's hand defense. Always drop the level before shooting to ensure a clear path to the legs.
Common Mistake: Rear Knee Placement
Placing the rear knee on the mat instead of the lead knee eliminates driving force from the rear leg. The rear leg must remain driving through to generate the explosive power needed to complete the takedown.
Basic Double Leg Takedown
Key Takeaways
- •Course Overview
- •Range Assessment
- •Level Drop
- •Lead Leg Step and Penetration
Full Course Playlist → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDrQXekZsfYZfV1QZ4T5UkxLwFwQ12EbP Find the Introduction course here → https://submeta.io/@lachlangiles/courses/introduction The double leg takedown is one of the most effective ways to take another human being to the ground. In this video, we show you how to execute a basic version of the double leg that is applicable to both grappling and self-defence scenarios. Please take care training the double leg, especially if your training partner does not have much experience being taken down. Take it slow at first and increase only when comfortable. More from Lachlan https://www.submeta.io/@lachlangiles Subscribe to watch a huge range of courses all designed to plan, personalize and optimize your game. Follow SUBMETA https://www.instagram.com/submeta.io https://www.facebook.com/submeta.io
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about standard double leg from cage?
This video covers course overview, range assessment, level drop. It provides detailed instruction from Absolute MMA St Kilda - Melbourne.
How long does it take to learn standard double leg from cage?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing standard double leg from cage?
Attacking directly at the legs without first lowering the level places the practitioner directly into the opponent's hand defense. Always drop the level before shooting to ensure a clear path to the legs.
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