Knee Bar - UFC/MMA
The Knee Bar is executed by controlling the opponent's leg between your own legs and applying pressure with your hips to hyperextend the knee, just like an Armbar but targeting the leg. It can be applied from various positions, including half guard, inverted mount, and during scrambles. In the UFC, the Knee Bar is a respected technique that many fighters fear, especially when facing leg lock specialists who combine it with heel hooks and toe holds to create a multidirectional leg attack system.
Knee Bar
Frank Mir famously executed a Knee Bar in the UFC, showcasing how this technique can quickly end a fight when the opponent fails to escape the leg lock in time.
Knee Bar & Heel Hook
The Heel Hook attacks the knee through heel rotation, while the Knee Bar directly targets hyperextension. Both techniques are part of the leg lock system and are often combined in attack sequences. Heel Hook.
FAQ - Knee Bar
Is the Knee Bar similar to the Armbar?
Yes, the mechanical principle is identical: hip pressure is used to hyperextend a joint. The difference is that the Armbar targets the elbow while the Knee Bar targets the knee.
From which positions can the Knee Bar be applied?
It can be applied from bottom half guard, inverted mount, during scrambles, and as a counter to guard passing attempts. It's a very versatile technique in the leg lock game.
