# What is the difference between BJJ and sambo?

Sambo is a Russian martial art combining judo and wrestling with leg locks. Sport sambo has submissions; combat sambo includes strikes. Sambo and BJJ share many techniques, especially leg locks. Sambo practitioners often transition well to BJJ.

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