So here is a vid of the Black Taoist doing some jiang rong qiao bagua and in the first few seconds he is applying a double leg. What do you all think of this type as compared to the BJJ one? Similarities....Differences. Etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcUcFr8ZF9A&feature=related

Good level change. Decent all-around.

But it's better to drive your opponent laterally, using your head and shoulders.

BJJ? I don't know, but that's my wrestling perspective.

Coo. Yah it seems like some times he drives in with his shoulders but other times he doesn't. I dont know. Still interesting though.

It's the direction.

You go laterally instead of straight back. You go straight back and you'll end up between his legs, in that case with a BJJ guy, you have to pass his guard or be ready to tap. If you go lateral, you'll be on his side.

it looks like hes twisting the guys legs.

Yah it is difficult to see in this demo. Makes sense what you are saying Backarcher.

Good overall,
Totally agree with Backarcher.

In Judo the double leg is called (Japanese) "morote gari" and in Portuguese (the term if you were to say it in a BJJ gym) the technique is called the "baiana."

good training,
Joe

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Thanks for the info Mr. Bellone.

morote gari is often seen as more of a reaping technique, where as freestylists lift/support and turn like Backarcher said.