Double Leg Takedown: Complete BJJ Technique Guide

# Double Leg Takedown: Complete BJJ Technique Guide

## What is the Double Leg Takedown?

The Double Leg Takedown is a fundamental Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique that every practitioner should master. Whether you're a white belt just starting out or an experienced grappler refining your game, understanding the mechanics and timing of this technique will elevate your BJJ.

## How to Perform the Double Leg Takedown

Here's a detailed breakdown based on expert instruction:

# Double Leg Takedown

Okay, guys, let's work the double leg take down. I will show to you guys two basic ways to do the double leg. One of them is going to be standing and the other one shooting, touching the knee on the floor. But they are both very similar, especially the way you finish with the double leg, okay? So, very important here on the double leg. Never shoot from too far. you have to be always close, okay? A good way to measure the distance, you're going to be with both arms inside his arms here. So basically, if you can touch their shoulder, you'll have a good distance, okay? So let's start with the double leg standing. So basically, I use my rear foot to help me to get close. Once I get close, I grab his legs, right?

Important, don't open your arms too much. Try to keep it close because once you open your arms, he can maybe hook your arms here, okay, and block your shot. So arms inside, you get close and you catch the leg, okay? So basically I'm on this position. The side I have my head, I'm gonna start lifting his leg. Okay, so I start lifting his leg. Now what's important? My right leg that's in the middle are going to cut the corner. So basically I'm going to create a step here next to his knee.

And this is what's going to help me with the takedown because this is leverage concept. Once I wipe him with the arms, I can throw him.

Okay. So one more time.

So let's do this way. So my arms are inside. I get close. Double leg. I start lifting his leg. Now watch my right leg. I have to cut the corner. Once my foot, it's next to his foot on the side, I have a good chance to just wipe his legs and then finish with the double leg okay so that is the double leg standing how are going to perform the double leg touching my knee down so it's very similar I'm going to touch my knee always passing the line of his feet so I have a good distance I should watch how my knee drops very far inside his legs and I hold behind his thighs here always maintain a good posture don't look down because if you look down it's gonna be a lot easier for him to sprawl on you okay always look up use your foot to start lifting and then you cut the corner look how my right leg is cutting the corner. So I was here, I push, and I cut the corner. And then I lift and I throw him.

Okay? So that is the two basic ways to shoot the double leg.

Important here, common mistakes. People trying to shoot the double leg, they shoot from too far. And then the possibility for him to sprawl on me is going to be a lot bigger. Also, when they shoot, they open too much their arms. And then it's easier for him to sprawl.

Three, once I shoot, keep your arms very tight and focus on your posture. Don't look down. Make sure you have a good posture. When you look up, it's a lot easier to drive and cut the corner. And then you can throw.

All right?

## Key Points to Remember

When drilling the Double Leg Takedown, focus on these essential details:

1. **Positioning** — Your body position determines your success rate

2. **Timing** — Wait for the right moment, don't force it

3. **Grip** — Secure proper grips before committing to the technique

4. **Finish** — Follow through completely once you initiate

## Common Mistakes to Avoid

Many practitioners struggle with the Double Leg Takedown because they:

- Rush the technique without proper setup

- Neglect the importance of base and balance

- Forget to control their opponent's reactions

- Don't drill both sides equally

## When to Use the Double Leg Takedown

The Double Leg Takedown works best when:

- Your opponent's weight distribution creates an opening

- You've set up the technique with proper grips

- You can commit fully to the movement

- You have a follow-up ready if the initial attempt fails

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*This technique guide is based on instruction from Professor Henrique, covering the Double Leg Takedown as part of the JitsAI Fundamentals Course.*