Hapkido Wrist Lock – S Lock or Z Arm

Hapkido Wrist Lock – S Lock or Z Arm

This page provides details for the Hapkido “S Lock or Z-Arm”. This joint lock technique forces the palm of the hand to bend towards the outside of the elbow similar to the inside wrist lock. However. the elbow is bent so the arm forms an S or Z shape.

For information on other joint lock techniques, please visit the main Joint Locks section.

Instructional Video for the Hapkido S Lock or Z Arm