Alias · Leg Entanglements
Single Outside
Also known as Outside Ashi Garami — the canonical term used on this site.
Shortened — single-side outside ashi entanglement
Single Outside is the shortened name for the outside ashi garami — using “single” to specify the one-leg-controlling nature of the configuration and “outside” to specify the hip-line position.
Etymology. “Single” specifies the leg count (one rather than both); “outside” specifies the hip position. The compound is informal coaching shorthand.
Mechanics. The single-leg outside-line configuration provides the leverage for outside heel hooks and related leg attacks against the trapped leg.
Cross-reference. “Outside Entanglement” and “Outside SLX” are alternate names. Full mechanical coverage on Outside Ashi Garami.