09/04/2026
De La Riva Pass to Hip Lock — Step-by-Step Guide 💥
Shut down the De La Riva guard and catch your opponent off guard with a surprise submission. Here is the step-by-step breakdown:
Step 1: Clear the Hook & Pin the Leg
Push down on your opponent's non-hooking leg while stepping back to strip the De La Riva hook off your thigh.
Step 2: Drag the Leg & Trap the Hips
Drag their leg across, step around their guard, and drop your weight heavy onto their legs to freeze their hip movement.
Step 3: Roll Over the Hips
Commit to a forward roll over their body/hips, keeping tight control of their legs so they cannot escape during the transition.
Step 4: Lock and Finish
Secure a tight leg lock around their hip (triangle wrap), trap their wrist/upper body, and extend your hips to force the tap.
Save this technique for your next drilling session! 🥋⚡
