Master The Move The Ankle Lock by John Danaher
In the latest installment of the highly anticipated Master The Move series, John Danaher takes a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood and underutilized submissions in grappling—the ankle lock.
The straight ankle lock has submitted world champions, won major championships, and remains one of the most effective lower-body attacks in all of Jiu-Jitsu. Yet despite its success, few athletes truly understand the mechanics, decision-making, and systems that separate average ankle locks from elite-level finishing ability.
Widely regarded as the greatest coach and instructional mind in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Danaher breaks down the ankle lock with the same systematic precision that revolutionized back attacks, guard passing, and leg locking.
You'll learn the fundamental mechanics behind the classical straight ankle lock, the critical role of hip control, upper body grips, foot positioning, and finishing mechanics. From there, Danaher introduces a comprehensive decision-tree system that teaches you how to react to every common defensive response, ensuring you're always one step ahead of your opponent.
The straight ankle lock has submitted world champions, won major championships, and remains one of the most effective lower-body attacks in all of Jiu-Jitsu. Yet despite its success, few athletes truly understand the mechanics, decision-making, and systems that separate average ankle locks from elite-level finishing ability.
Now, in the latest installment of the highly anticipated Master The Move series, John Danaher takes a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood and underutilized submissions in grappling—the ankle lock.
Widely regarded as the greatest coach and instructional mind in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Danaher breaks down the ankle lock with the same systematic precision that revolutionized back attacks, guard passing, and leg locking. Rather than teaching isolated techniques, he gives you a complete roadmap for attacking, finishing, troubleshooting, and integrating ankle locks into your overall leg lock game.
You'll learn the fundamental mechanics behind the classical straight ankle lock, the critical role of hip control, upper body grips, foot positioning, and finishing mechanics. From there, Danaher introduces a comprehensive decision-tree system that teaches you how to react to every common defensive response, ensuring you're always one step ahead of your opponent.
This series doesn't stop at basic finishes. Danaher explores advanced applications including belly-down ankle locks, counter-attacking from leg entanglements, cross ankle locks, double trouble scenarios, and the relationship between ankle locks and modern heel hook systems. You'll learn how to enter, attack, and finish from a wide variety of positions while developing a deeper understanding of the strategic concepts that make elite leg lockers so dangerous.
Whether you're a beginner looking to build a reliable submission game or an advanced grappler seeking to sharpen your lower-body attack system, Master The Move: The Ankle Lock delivers the most complete ankle lock blueprint ever released.
Bullet Points
Learn the complete ankle lock system from legendary coach John Danaher
Master the mechanics of the classical straight ankle lock and modern finishing variations
Understand the critical concepts of hip control, foot positioning, grip selection, and breaking mechanics
Follow Danaher's decision-tree approach to systematically solve common defensive reactions
Learn belly-down ankle locks, short ankle locks, cross ankle locks, and one-handed finishing variations
Discover how ankle locks integrate with modern Ashi Garami and heel hook systems
Develop high-percentage counter attacks against common leg lock positions
Study advanced scenarios including Double Trouble, 50/50, leg lace counters, and Z-lock transitions
Gain a deeper conceptual understanding of lower-body submissions from the most influential coach in the sport
Perfect for both competitors and hobbyists looking to add a complete submission system to their arsenal
Technique List
Part 1 – The Straight Ankle Lock
Classical Straight Ankle Lock: Strengths & Weaknesses
Achilles Grip to Ankle Lock Grip Transition
Best Upper Body Grips for Ankle Locks
Controlling and Immobilizing the Hips
Belly Down Ankle Locks
Short Ankle Locks
Four Main Finishing Positions
Three Critical Foot Positions
Solving the Inverted Foot Problem
One-Handed Ankle Locks
Part 2 – Ankle Lock Decision Tree System
Decision Tree from Half Foot Position
Half Foot to Outside Hip Entry
Belly Down Follow-Ups
Flat Back Butterfly Ankle Lock
Short Ankle Lock Responses
Inside Knee Edge Finishes
Back Sweep & Overhead Roll Dilemma
Caio Terra DLR Ankle Lock
Following the Inside Spin
Following the Outside Spin
Part 3 – Straight Ankle Lock as a Counter Lock
Countering Standard Ashi Garami
Countering the Leg Lace (Part 1)
Countering the Leg Lace (Part 2)
Counter Ankle Locks from 50/50
Countering the Short Ankle Lock
Part 4 – Double Trouble Ankle Locks
Leg Lace Ankle Lock
Ankle Lock from the Z Lock
Part 5 – The Cross Ankle Lock
Cross Ankle Lock Mechanics
Achieving the Half Position
Outside Ashi Garami for Cross Ankle Locks
Three Finishing Positions
Winning the Inside Hip Battle
One-Handed Cross Ankle Lock
Reverse Figure Four Cross Ankle Lock
Mechanical Finishing Cues
Part 6 – Ankle Locks & Heel Hooks
Relationship Between Inside Heel Hooks and Cross Ankle Locks
Proactive Inside Ashi Garami
Entries into Ashi Garami and Ankle Locks
Kneeling Opponent Entries
One-Knee Opponent Entries
Standing Opponent Entries
Passing the Foot into Cross Ankle Locks
Top Position Ashi Garami Entries Controlling Two Legs
Master The Move: The Ankle Lock is another masterclass from John Danaher that transforms a seemingly simple submission into a complete, interconnected system capable of threatening opponents at every level of the sport.
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Format file 39x MP4 FHD 1080p
duration 4 hours 56 minutes
release 06 June 2026
Master The Move The Ankle Lock by John Danaher
Master The Move The Ankle Lock by John Danaher
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