Ankle Locks Dont Work (And Other Lies) by David Mitchell
In Ankle Locks Don’t Work (And Other Lies), elite masters no-gi competitor David Mitchell breaks down the exact system he’s used to dominate world-class opposition—finishing 85% of his opponents, most of them by ankle lock.
This isn’t YouTube gimmicks or outdated straight-ankle theory. This is a modern, competition-proven approach to leg locks built for no-gi, designed to work against skilled, resisting opponents who know the counters.
David shows you how to turn the ankle lock into a primary finishing weapon, not a desperation move—using precise mechanics, control, and strategic setups that funnel opponents into submissions they can’t escape.
If you’ve ever been told ankle locks don’t work at the highest levels, this course exists to prove the opposite.
For years, ankle locks have been dismissed as low-percentage, pain-only submissions that “don’t work at a high level.”
That’s a lie.
In Ankle Locks Don’t Work (And Other Lies), elite masters no-gi competitor David Mitchell breaks down the exact system he’s used to dominate world-class opposition—finishing 85% of his opponents, most of them by ankle lock.
This isn’t YouTube gimmicks or outdated straight-ankle theory. This is a modern, competition-proven approach to leg locks built for no-gi, designed to work against skilled, resisting opponents who know the counters.
David shows you how to turn the ankle lock into a primary finishing weapon, not a desperation move—using precise mechanics, control, and strategic setups that funnel opponents into submissions they can’t escape.
If you’ve ever been told ankle locks don’t work at the highest levels, this course exists to prove the opposite.
What You’ll Learn
A complete ankle lock system built specifically for modern no-gi competition
How David achieves an 85% submission rate using ankle locks against elite opponents
The exact breaking mechanics that make ankle locks reliable—not just painful
How to control, off-balance, and trap opponents so escapes disappear
Entries and setups that force predictable reactions (and easy finishes)
How to chain ankle locks with transitions when opponents defend correctly
Common mistakes that make ankle locks fail—and how to fix them immediately
How to safely apply maximum pressure without relying on strength or flexibility
Why This Course Is Different
Taught by an extremely high-level masters competitor with countless no-gi titles
Proven at the highest levels—not theory, not speculation
Focused on repeatable results, not highlight-reel submissions
Designed for grapplers who want submissions that work under real pressure
Who This Is For
No-gi athletes who want a reliable leg lock game
Competitors tired of being told ankle locks “don’t count”
Grapplers who want high-percentage submissions without chasing heel hooks
Anyone who wants to finish more matches—especially against tough, experienced opponents
What Exactly Do You Get?
Part 1
Intro
Becoming a Short X King - Starting from the end - Ankle Lock Finishes
What is the Short X? Butterfly Ashi? how to finish the ankle lock
Additional angle to view the Short X Ankle Lock
Heuristics to come up for sweep
Secondary foot placement - Dos and Don'ts
Troubleshooting and Queues
Part 2
Grip Master Flex - All four grips - Sashimono - Rear Naked Grip - Make the Baby Cry
Apollo Lock - other angle
Part 3
Escalate The Pain - Elbow Kickstand
Sole Crusher
The 404 - Foot Not Found
Part 4
Enter the Foot Dragon - Half Guard Swim Through
K Guard to X
K Guard to Short X
Passing on Feet
Alt Angle
Passing on Knees
Dynamic Entries
Part 5
Shun The Non-Believer - Troubleshooting - Why He Prefers Short X To Outside Ashi - How To React To Common Defenses
Using Distance, Addressing The Boot, Small Adjustments, Redoing The Bite
Aoki, Being Proactive With Them Starting To Stand Up
Aoki With Extra Defense If They're Savvy
When To Belly Down
How To Address When Your Opponent Starts To Stand Up
Opponent Starts To Stand Up Part 2
Controlling The Inside Space
1st Attacking When Opponent Is Standing
Opponent Is Standing - Advanced Shin On Shin To Single Leg X To Short X
Demoing Move
Part 6
50/50 And Saddle - 50/50 Demo And Tech
Saddle Demo And Tech
Part 7
Drills and Positionals
Outro
Instant download only
Format file 7x MP4 FHD 1080p
duration 1 hour 55 minutes
release 26 January 2026
Ankle Locks Dont Work (And Other Lies) by David Mitchell
Ankle Locks Dont Work (And Other Lies) by David Mitchell
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