Side Control

Perpendicular control of torso

Techniques (17)

Anaconda Choke

From front headlock, thread arm through armpit and around neck. Connect figure-four grip opposite t…

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Arm Triangle Choke

From top position, wrap arm around opponent's neck and arm. Press head against trapped arm. Walk aw…

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Baseball Bat Choke

Named for the grip resembling a baseball bat. Both hands grip the same side of the collar with thum…

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Basic Cross Collar Choke

A classic choke utilizing both lapels of the opponent's gi in a crossed position. The practitioner …

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Ezekiel Choke

A versatile choke where one arm wraps around the opponent's head while the other arm's sleeve or ha…

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Kesa Gatame

A ground hold where tori controls uke from the side, grabbing their arm and head in a scarf-like po…

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Lapel Knot Choke

A complex choke using the opponent's own lapel wrapped around their neck before applying pressure. …

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No-Gi Cross Collar Equivalents

Adaptations of cross collar principles for no-gi application, typically using the forearms, shoulde…

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One-Handed Cross Collar

A variation where significant pressure is applied using primarily one hand deep in the collar. Part…

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Paper Cutter Choke

Named for the chopping motion resembling a paper cutter. From top position, one hand secures a deep…

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Peruvian Necktie

Similar arm position to Anaconda but step legs over opponent's head. Hook legs around their body. B…

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Samurai Choke

A variation where exceptional pressure is created using just one hand deep in the collar, with the …

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