Leverage Points

Leverage points involve identifying optimal body parts to apply force efficiently, whether for submissions, sweeps, or positional control. By understanding how joints, limbs, and angles amplify force, a practitioner can execute techniques without relying on raw strength.

For example, the elbow in an armbar or the knee in a guard sweep acts as a fulcrum, allowing a small movement to have a large effect. Recognizing and exploiting leverage points separates efficient technique from brute-force grappling, emphasizing biomechanics and precision over sheer muscular effort.