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Перевод: Face Crank (katakana loanword)
Дистанция и классификация
Категория
Удар и защитаЗамкиБлижний бойБой против нескольких
Дистанция
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Целевая зона
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Обзор
The crossface face crank from crucifix uses the crossface forearm to drive across the opponent's face while the crucifix position traps both arms, preventing any defensive action. [1] The attacker controls both of the opponent's arms with the legs in a crucifix configuration, then drives the forearm across the face — typically pressing the chin toward one shoulder, creating cervical rotation and lateral flexion stress. [1],[2] The crucifix removes all hand-based defence options, leaving the opponent unable to grab the attacking arm or protect the face. [2] This combination of immobilisation and neck torque can produce both pain-compliance taps and legitimate cervical spine damage if applied aggressively. [2],[3]
История и происхождение
The crucifix position with face cranks has roots in catch wrestling, where trapping both arms while attacking the neck was a standard technique chain. [1] BJJ adopted the crucifix as both a controlling position and a platform for face cranks and chokes during competition evolution in the 2000s. [2],[3]
Страна происхождения· показано в случайном порядке
- БразилияБразильское джиу-джитсу, Сабмишн-грэпплинг, ММА
- ЯпонияБразильское джиу-джитсу, Дзюдо, Сабмишн-грэпплинг
- СШАСабмишн-грэпплинг, ММА
- РоссияСамбо
Эффективность
Effective pain-based submission that pressures the jaw and cervical spine; often used as a control tool to create openings rather than a primary finish [1]
Родословная
A fundamental wrestling-to-submission technique present in catch wrestling and adapted to BJJ ground fighting. The crossface principle is universal in grappling [1]
Соревновательные результаты
Commonly used for control at all competition levels; occasionally produces tap-outs from jaw pain, particularly in no-gi and MMA events where neck cranks are legal [1]
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Биомеханический механизм
Primary Action — Cross-collar or lapel-driven compression of the carotid arteries using gi material as a friction anchor
Joints Involved — Cervical spine (flexion or lateral bend), wrists and forearms (grip and rotation)
Force Vector — Opposing forearm rotation creates a scissors effect across both sides of the neck
Gi Factor — Lapel fabric increases friction and distributes force over a wider surface area, making the choke harder to escape
Позиция и вход
From controlling position (gi) — Secure the necessary collar or lapel grips, configure hands for the choke, and apply opposing rotational pressure
From guard (gi) — Break posture and secure deep collar grips, feed the choke and angle to finish
From back control (gi) — Establish collar grip access, feed the second hand and apply the cross-collar squeeze
Варианты
Standard grip variation — primary hand configuration for maximum choking pressure
Gi variation — uses the lapel or collar as an anchor for additional friction and control
No-gi variation — adapted grip and positioning for submission grappling without the gi
Transition finish — applied during a positional change to catch the opponent off-guard
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Оценки
Риск травмы для человека, к которому применяется техника
9
Экстремальный9/10
Extension cranks force the head backward; risk of vertebral disc and ligament damage
Уровень мастерства, необходимый для надёжного выполнения техники
Продвинутый
Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
Запрещено
— FIAS Sport Sambo — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFРазрешено
— IBJJF — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi — chokes a...
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— ADCC — Legal
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— Unified MMA — Legal — choke submissions are among the mos...
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFЗаметки по тренировке
✓The crossface face crank drives the forearm across the opponent's face from crucifix position — the fixed position of the crucifix prevents the opponent from turning, allowing the forearm to rotate the head and stress the cervical spine (Paulson, Shoot Wrestling, 2007)
✓From crucifix: the opponent's arms are trapped by the attacker's legs, leaving the face completely exposed — the forearm drives across the jaw and face, rotating the head
✓The crucifix position is uniquely suited for the crossface: with both arms trapped, the opponent has no hands to push the forearm away — the face is defenceless
✓The cranking mechanism: the forearm drives the jaw laterally, forcing the cervical spine into rotation — the spine is stressed while the arms cannot intervene
✓The crossface from crucifix serves as a submission and a choke setup: the face crank forces the opponent to turn, exposing the neck for rear chokes
✓The crucifix crossface combines wrestling control (crucifix pin) with submission grappling (cervical crank) — the wrestling position becomes a submission platform
✓In MMA, the crucifix crossface is a striking-and-submission position: the exposed face is vulnerable to strikes, and the crossface creates cranking pressure simultaneously
Типичные ошибки
!Applying explosive force — the cervical rotation is dangerous; the crucifix position amplifies the force since the opponent cannot protect themselves; apply progressively
!Not maintaining the crucifix while applying the crossface — the arm traps must be secure throughout; losing the crucifix gives the opponent their hands back
!Pressing into the eyes or nose — target the jaw line for the crossface; eye/nose contact is dangerous and illegal
!Using the crossface as a standalone submission — it's most effective as a setup for rear chokes; use the crank to open the neck
!Applying from the wrong forearm angle — the forearm should drive across the jaw, not push the top of the head; jaw contact creates the rotation
!Not recognising when the opponent is in genuine distress — crucifix face cranks can be extremely painful; watch for tap signals
!Using excessive force in training — the combination of crucifix immobilisation and face crank creates amplified pressure; train with control
Связанные техники
Контрприёмы
Цепочка подготовки
1Control Position — maintain dominant position with weight on the opponent
2Isolate the Arm — secure the wrist and thread the arm through for the figure-four
3Lock the Figure-Four — grip own wrist behind the opponent's arm for leverage
4Apply Rotation — rotate the arm to attack the shoulder joint
Источники и ссылки
Основной источник
Japanese MMA/BJJ standard terminology
1ДругоеJapanese Martial Arts Community Terminology
Japanese MMA/BJJ standard terminology
2ДругоеJapanese Combat Sports Katakana Convention
Standard katakana transliteration of Western martial arts terminology (外来語) — used in Japanese MMA, boxing, and BJJ communities
3ЦитатаJapanese MMA/BJJ standard terminology
Japanese terminology sourced from Japanese MMA/BJJ standard terminology
Сообщество
Атлетизм
Requires
grip or squeeze strength, positional control
Favours
strong upper body for sustained compression
Key muscles
forearms, biceps, pectorals, core stabilisers
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How do I position my arms to apply the crossface face crank?
Bring your forearm across your opponent's jaw with one hand, and place your other hand on the outside of their shoulder. This positioning allows you to turn their head while maintaining control through shoulder pressure.
What's the mechanics of actually cranking the neck with this technique?
Flex your wrist to apply pressure while keeping pressure on the shoulder simultaneously, then step in and lift slightly while twisting the head to the side and upward in a combined motion.
What should I do if my opponent tries to pull their head out of the crank?
Rather than backing off when they create escape pressure, capitalize on the moment by redirecting their head in the direction they were looking and follow up with strikes like an elbow or knee.
Как работает Crossface Face Crank?
The crossface face crank from crucifix uses the crossface forearm to drive across the opponent's face while the crucifix position traps both arms, preventing any defensive action. The attacker controls both of the opponent's arms with the legs in a crucifix configuration, then drives the forearm across the face — typically pressing the chin toward one shoulder, creating cervical rotation and lateral flexion stress.
Откуда происходит Crossface Face Crank?
The crucifix position with face cranks has roots in catch wrestling, where trapping both arms while attacking the neck was a standard technique chain. BJJ adopted the crucifix as both a controlling position and a platform for face cranks and chokes during competition evolution in the 2000s.
Разрешён ли Crossface Face Crank на соревнованиях?
IBJJF: разрешён — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi — chokes are the safest submission cat…; IJF: разрешён — Legal (shime-waza) — strangulation techniques are one of three permitted subm…; ADCC: разрешён — Legal; Unified MMA: разрешён — Legal — choke submissions are among the most common finishes in MMA; FIAS Sport Sambo: запрещён — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo; FIAS Combat Sambo: разрешён — Legal
Насколько опасен Crossface Face Crank?
Оценка опасности 9/10. Extension cranks force the head backward; risk of vertebral disc and ligament damage
Как подготовить Crossface Face Crank?
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Control Position → Isolate the Arm → Lock the Figure-Four → Apply Rotation.
Как защититься от Crossface Face Crank?
Стандартные контрприёмы: Straighten the Arm — extend the arm to break the figure-four grip angle / Roll Toward — roll in the direction of the lock to relieve rotational pressure / Grip the Belt/Shorts — anchor the hand to prevent the arm from being isolated.
Какие есть варианты Crossface Face Crank?
Распространённые варианты: Standard grip variation (primary hand configuration for maximum choking pressure); Gi variation (uses the lapel or collar as an anchor for additional fric…); No-gi variation (adapted grip and positioning for submission grappling wit…); Transition finish (applied during a positional change to catch the opponent …).
Насколько эффективен Crossface Face Crank на соревнованиях?
Commonly used for control at all competition levels; occasionally produces tap-outs from jaw pain, particularly in no-gi and MMA events where neck cranks are legal
Какие типичные ошибки при выполнении Crossface Face Crank?
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Applying explosive force — the cervical rotation is dangerous; the crucifix position amplifies the force since the op… / Not maintaining the crucifix while applying the crossface — the arm traps must be secure throughout; losing the cruci… / Pressing into the eyes or nose — target the jaw line for the crossface; eye/nose contact is dangerous and illegal / Using the crossface as a standalone submission — it's most effective as a setup for rear chokes; use the crank to ope….
Какие ещё названия есть у Crossface Face Crank?
Crossface Face Crank также известен как Feisu Kuranku, Crucifix Crossface Crank, Crossface Lock from Crucifix.