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Grappling in

Blocking Techniques

Square Block

TECHNIQUE

APPLICATION

The grappling application of the square block becomes evident when it is performed from a horizontal position. White has taken the side control position on Black. From this position, White will be able to control Black’s movement while setting up many different submission techniques. Black places the high block portion of the square block under White’s chin and the forearm block portion under his hips. By doing this, Black does not let White lock down the position on him and he is able to move his hips away and escape.

Ridgehand Block

TECHNIQUE

APPLICATION

The ridgehand block utilizes the radial bone of the forearm as the blocking surface. The block covers a great range of motion and can be used to defend both low and high attacks. To perform the block, start the arm angled downward with the fingers pointed to the ground and the palm facing your body. Point the tip of the elbow at the target and sweep the blocking arm in a circular motion. When completed, the shoulder is dipped slightly and the elbow is bent at approximately a 90 degree angle with the knuckles in line with the eyes.

1. White attacks Black with a cross-side wrist grab. Black’s arm and hand are in the starting position for a ridgehand block. White can use this attack to pull Black off balance, preventing him from mounting any type of counterattack.

2. Black sweeps his arm downward and clockwise which mimics the correct range of motion for a ridgehand block. This sweeping circular motion results in White being taken off balance allowing Black to counterattack.

X – Block

TECHNIQUE

APPLICATION

Black uses the x-block to execute a cross choke on White. Black slides one hand, palm up, into the opposite side lapel of White, and performs the same action on the opposite side. Once both of Black’s hands are secured inside of White’s lapels and the bones of the forearms are pressed against the sides of White’s neck, downward pressure is applied with the knee to White’s abdominal area while Black’s bends the ulnar sides of his wrists toward his forearms.

High Block

TECHNIQUE

APPLICATION