Alias · Leg Entanglements

Reverse Guard LE

Also known as Reverse Guard (Entanglement Context) — the canonical term used on this site.

Abbreviation — reverse-guard leg entanglement

Reverse Guard LE is the abbreviation-form name for the reverse-guard leg entanglement — the leg-attack configuration entered from a reverse-guard (facing-away) position.

Etymology. “Reverse Guard” specifies the entry position; “LE” abbreviates “leg entanglement.” The compound predominates in coaching shorthand and instructional notation.

Mechanics. The reverse-guard entry brings the attacker into the leg-entanglement from a facing-away angle distinct from the standard front-facing entries.

Cross-reference. “Belly-Down Outside Ashi” and “Facing-Away Entanglement” are alternate names. Full mechanical coverage on Reverse Guard Entanglement.