Is 'Electric Chair' submission in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu some kind of a knee bar or does it affect to any other area of the leg?
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As a submission it's mainly a groin / hamstring stretch - effectively forcing your opponent into a "splits" type position.
It's been a go-to move of mine from under half-guard for a while, be aware that those with good flexibility won't tap so be prepared to switch to the sweep.
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From my dim understanding, BJJ's electric chair can include a straight kneebar or twisting leglock element, but the primary aim is to sweep, or to submit with a hamstring or groin stretch.
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Is 'groin stretch' a legal move? – Sahan De Silva Mar 31 '15 at 02:32
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1As far as I know, it's legal at all belt levels for adults. – Dave Liepmann Mar 31 '15 at 02:51
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2I love this move, it's one of my "go to" moves from half guard / lockdown. I very rarely get the tap on the groin stretch, but depends on the person a fair bit. But super effective as a sweep. – Keith Nicholas Apr 01 '15 at 03:43
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I have seen another submission same as 'Electric Chair' which is called 'Banana Split'. If am not mistaken, that submission also works on groin stretching. – Sahan De Silva Apr 01 '15 at 03:47
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For the IBJJF this technique is called "Submission techniques stretching legs apart" and is allow for everyone up 12 Years old – AFetter Aug 26 '15 at 00:17
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I can't comment as a new user, but this technique is IBJJF legal for everyone except kids under 12.
The banana split is usually reached fom the Truck, but there is a lot in common between it and the Electric chair submission.
If you watch the last match between Eddie and Royler, Eddie gives a textbook exhibition of the Electric Chair.
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Yeah!! I've watched that match. Royler was struggling with the leg trap. If am not mistaken, the banana split can be executed when the opponent is at the turtle position. – Sahan De Silva Aug 25 '15 at 04:18