Ground Submissions: Chokes and Armbars for Self-Defense

The rear naked choke is one of the most effective submissions in all of martial arts. Here, I'm demonstrating the correct grip and body position to finish the choke securely. This is a must-know for self-defense.

This is a Head and Arm choke applied from the North-South position. It's a suffocating submission that relies on body weight and positioning, not just arm strength.

This sequence shows a fundamental armbar and sweep from the guard position. These are basic moves that every BJJ practitioner should know, forming the foundation of your ground game.

Here's a demonstration of a choke applied from a dominant ground position. The technique is all about setting up the grip correctly and using leverage to apply pressure.

Can you escape a fully locked armbar? It's very difficult, which is why I teach my students how to prevent it. But here, we explore a last-ditch effort to counter the submission.

The details matter in a choke. This video focuses on securing the rear naked choke, showing how to properly sink the arm under the chin and apply finishing pressure.

In Gi jiu-jitsu, we use the opponent's own uniform against them. This is a lapel choke, a sneaky and powerful submission that can be set up from the guard position.

This clip shows two ways to attack the arm from a standing clinch. First, a wrist lock for immediate control, and second, a setup for the Kimura shoulder lock.

It's always good to practice old-school techniques. This is a classic standing armbar that polishes your fundamentals of balance, leverage, and control. Basics make you strong. Tagde banoge.