Gordon Ryan is widely regarded as the greatest no-gi grappler of all time, and his March 2026 retirement brought that debate to a close for many in the community. Over a decade of competition, he redefined what was possible in submission wrestling — building a record that may never be matched. Whether you watched him…
Ashi garami is the cornerstone of modern no-gi leg lock systems — the entry point for inside heel hooks, outside heel hooks, and a web of dangerous lower-body submissions that have redefined competitive grappling over the past decade. Whether you’re watching an ADCC superfight or drilling in the gym on a Tuesday night, understanding ashi…
Leg Lock Guide: Complete No-Gi Submission Techniques Leg locks represent the most explosive submissions in no-gi grappling, capable of ending fights in seconds. From Gordon Ryan’s lightning-fast heel hooks at ADCC to Lachlan Giles’ systematic destruction of heavyweight opponents, these techniques have revolutionized modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling. This comprehensive guide breaks down every…