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TransitionIntermediateGiNo-Gi

Crucifix from turtle

Trap a turtled opponent's near arm with your legs, control their far wrist, and roll them face up. It ties up both arms and opens the crucifix attacks.

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Key steps

  1. Settle on top of their turtle from the side with your chest on their upper back.
  2. Wedge your near knee into the gap between their elbow and knee.
  3. Catch their arm with your other leg and lock your legs around it in a figure-four.
  4. Grip their far wrist with your hand before you roll.
  5. Roll over your shoulder, taking them with you, so they land face up with both arms tied up.

Key details

  • Lock the arm with your legs before you roll; a loose trap opens mid-roll.
  • Stay heavy on their back while you wedge the knee in so they can't sit out.