Seven Effective Chokes from Mount - No Gi
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount·Knight Jiu-Jitsu
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount
Speciesエゼキエルチョーク（マウントから）(Ezekieru Chōku (Maunto kara))
HybridTranslation: Ezekiel choke from mount
Overview
The Ezekiel choke from mount uses the sleeve of the gi to create a forearm strangle while the attacker maintains the dominant mounted position. [1],[2] The attacker threads one hand through their own sleeve and wraps it behind the opponent's neck, then drives the blade of the opposite forearm across the throat to complete the choke. [1] The mount provides the stability and downward pressure needed to prevent the opponent from creating space, making this one of the highest-percentage positions for the Ezekiel finish. [1],[2]
History & Origin
The Ezekiel choke from mount is the most traditional application of sode-guruma-jime, where the top position provides natural gravitational advantage for the sleeve-assisted strangle. [1],[2] Named after judoka Ezequiel Rodrigues who popularized it in the Carlson Gracie academy, this mount-based version became a standard part of the BJJ curriculum for gi practitioners. [1] The technique bridges judo's classical shime-waza with BJJ's emphasis on positional hierarchy. [1],[2]
Effectiveness
The Ezekiel choke from mount uses the dominant position's weight to enhance the sleeve-assisted strangle. [1]
Lineage
The mounted Ezekiel is one of the most common applications of the technique in BJJ. [1]
Competition Record
Mounted Ezekiel chokes are finished regularly at IBJJF competition and in MMA. [1]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Anterior compression of the trachea and airway — direct pressure on the throat restricts breathing and triggers tap
Joints Involved — Cervical spine (flexion under pressure), hyoid bone region, laryngeal cartilage
Force Vector — Posterior-to-anterior force drives the forearm or wrist blade into the throat
Choking Mechanism — Tracheal compression — restricts air flow rather than blood flow, causing sensation of suffocation
Position & Entry
From mount — Thread one arm behind the opponent's head using the sleeve, feed the fist or forearm across the throat and squeeze
From inside closed guard — While in opponent's guard, thread the sleeve grip behind their head, drive the fist across
From side control — Secure head control, thread the sleeve-assisted grip and apply the cross-throat pressure
Videos
Mounted NoGi Ezekiel - ZombieProofBJJ (NoGi)
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Ezekiel Choke - From Mount!
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount·The Grappling Academy
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Setting up and finishing the ezekiel choke
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount·JeanJacquesMachado
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Ezekiel choke from mount | BJJ submission
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount·BJJ Recap
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Easy Ezekiel Choke From Mount Position
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount·Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount
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Ezekiel Choke From Mount·Lucas Lepri Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Fitness
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7 videosWhat Instructors Say
The Ezekiel choke from mount is a fundamental submission that capitalizes on the dominant top position by attacking the opponent's neck with a forearm-and-collar grip. Instructors from The Grappling Academy, Knight Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy, and BJJ Recap collectively emphasize control of the opponent's hands as a prerequisite—pinning the arms prevents defensive framing and opens the neck. The Grappling Academy stresses shoulder positioning into the jaw to prevent being rolled, then using four fingers gripping the gi with the hand across the neck, emphasizing body weight distribution over muscular effort by placing the navel over the wrist. Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy recommends exploiting the elbow escape attempt by rotating the opponent's head away, which simultaneously shuts down their escape avenue and exposes the neck, then sliding four fingers under the neck and extending upward. Knight Jiu-Jitsu distinguishes between gi and no-gi versions, noting the no-gi Ezekiel involves folding the arms and wrapping through, though noting preference for the punch choke in no-gi contexts. BJJ Recap describes a variation where the sleeve is hidden before the choke is applied. All instructors agree on the importance of head control, arm positioning across the neck, and finishing through pressure application rather than strength.
Synthesized from 4 instructors
- The Grappling Academy — Ezekiel Choke - From Mount!: Detailed hand-pinning mechanics to neutralize defensive frames, shoulder positioning for anti-roll control, four-finger gi grip safety emphasis, and body weight application over the wrist for efficient finishing pressure.
- Knight Jiu-Jitsu — Seven Effective Chokes from Mount - No Gi: Comparison of gi versus no-gi Ezekiel variations; noted preference for punch choke in no-gi; described arm-folding mechanics and adjacent choke transitions.
- Gracie Ohio Jiu-Jitsu Academy — Easy Ezekiel Choke From Mount Position: Tactical setup exploiting the elbow escape attempt by rotating the opponent's head to shut down their movement and expose the neck; four-finger sleeve grip followed by underhand neck slide and arm extension.
- BJJ Recap — Ezekiel choke from mount | BJJ submission: Brief variation description involving concealing the sleeve grip before application and two execution pathways (hand already on neck versus hidden sleeve setup).
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
8
Very High8/10
Ezekiel from mount combines top pressure with the sleeve strangle for a powerful finish
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Illegal
— FIAS Sport Sambo — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFRestricted
— no-gi competition only — technique requires gi
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— technique requires gi — not applicable in MMA
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFLegal
— IBJJF — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi — chokes a...
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓The Ezekiel choke from mount combines the dominant top position with the sleeve-assisted strangle — mount provides the stability and weight advantage that makes the Ezekiel devastating (Kashiwazaki, Shimewaza, 1992)
✓From low mount: place one arm behind the opponent's head and thread the hand deep into the opposite sleeve — the arm behind the head creates the choking structure
✓The free hand's blade or fist slides under the chin from the opposite side — the opponent's neck is caught between the sleeve-arm forearm and the fist/blade hand
✓Mount provides critical advantages: body weight pins the opponent, both hands are free to work the choke, and the opponent's escape options are limited
✓The mount Ezekiel is a transition threat: when the opponent defends the standard cross-collar choke from mount, their hands move to the collar area — exposing the neck to the Ezekiel angle
✓The finishing motion: drive both elbows toward each other while dropping body weight forward — this scissors the forearm and fist/hand into the neck
✓The mount Ezekiel is often used as a combination with collar chokes: threaten the collar to draw the hands up, then switch to the Ezekiel when the neck is exposed
Common Mistakes
!Setting up from high mount — the Ezekiel requires the arm behind the head, which is easier from low mount; high mount places the arms too far from the neck
!Not threading deep enough into the sleeve — the sleeve grip must provide a rigid forearm structure; shallow insertion reduces pressure
!Lifting the hips to focus on the choke — maintain heavy hip pressure throughout; lifting the hips allows the opponent to bridge and escape mount
!Attempting on an opponent with their chin tucked and elbows tight — the Ezekiel requires access to the neck; against a tight defence, open the neck with collar choke threats first
!Not transitioning when the choke is defended — if the opponent blocks the Ezekiel from mount, transition to armbars or collar chokes rather than forcing
!Keeping the choking hand too far from the neck — the fist or blade must be tight against the neck; a gap between the hand and neck allows breathing space
!Neglecting to control the opponent's arms — their hands will push on your elbows to create space; trap or pin the arms before committing to the choke
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Tuck Chin — protect the neck by lowering the chin to prevent the choke from sinkingTwo-on-One Grip Fight — use both hands to strip the choking grip before it locksTurn Into — rotate toward the choking arm to relieve carotid pressurePosture Up — straighten the spine and create distance to break the choking angle
Setup Chain
1Achieve Controlling Position — secure the position from which the choke is applied
2Isolate the Neck — clear defending hands and establish access to the throat
3Set the Grip — lock the choking configuration (arm, lapel, or leg placement)
4Apply Pressure — squeeze to compress the carotid arteries for the finish
Sources & References
Primary Source
Yahoo知恵袋 BJJ community; Japanese BJJ community standard terminology
Japanese Q&A community — BJJ technique name verification
2OtherJapanese Martial Arts Hybrid Terminology
Mixed Japanese-Western terminology — combines traditional Japanese terms with katakana loanwords
3CitationYahoo知恵袋 BJJ community; Japanese BJJ community standard terminology
エゼキエルチョーク + positional modifier
Community
Athletics
Requires
forearm strength, wrist control, top position stability
Favours
thick forearms for pressure across the throat
Key muscles
forearm flexors, wrist extensors, core
Sub-techniques
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the key to setting up an Ezekiel choke from mount position?
Control is essential—Jean Jacques Machado emphasizes that getting good side control and a strong cross face by grabbing the armpit is really important to set up the choke. Once you have him controlled close to you, the choke becomes much more effective.
How do I prevent my opponent from defending against the Ezekiel from mount?
The Grappling Academy instructor recommends grabbing your opponent's hands and controlling them with your belly while you commit to the choke. Positioning your shoulder into his jaw is also very important for control and prevents him from rolling you.
What should I do if my opponent brings their arm down to defend?
When they bring their arm down to block, Jean Jacques Machado advises letting them come down and then blocking the side of their head to lock in the choke. Controlling the elbow and keeping your head down allows you to maintain control of the neck.
How do I clear the neck to set up a no-gi Ezekiel from mount?
ZombieProofBJJ suggests starting by feinting an arm triangle to make your opponent think you're going that direction, which gets them to move their hands and clears space for you to get your arm across their ear and finish like a rear naked choke.
How does the Ezekiel Choke From Mount work?
The Ezekiel choke from mount uses the sleeve of the gi to create a forearm strangle while the attacker maintains the dominant mounted position. The attacker threads one hand through their own sleeve and wraps it behind the opponent's neck, then drives the blade of the opposite forearm across the throat to complete the choke.
Where does the Ezekiel Choke From Mount come from?
The Ezekiel choke from mount is the most traditional application of sode-guruma-jime, where the top position provides natural gravitational advantage for the sleeve-assisted strangle. Named after judoka Ezequiel Rodrigues who popularized it in the Carlson Gracie academy, this mount-based version became a standard part of the BJJ curriculum for gi practitioners.
Is the Ezekiel Choke From Mount legal in competition?
IBJJF: legal — Legal at all belt levels, gi and no-gi — chokes are the safest submission cat…; IJF: legal — Legal (shime-waza) — strangulation techniques are one of three permitted subm…; ADCC: restricted — N/A (no-gi competition only — technique requires gi); Unified MMA: restricted — N/A (technique requires gi — not applicable in MMA); FIAS Sport Sambo: banned — All chokes prohibited in Sport Sambo; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Ezekiel Choke From Mount?
Danger rating 8/10. Ezekiel from mount combines top pressure with the sleeve strangle for a powerful finish
How do I set up the Ezekiel Choke From Mount?
The standard setup chain: Achieve Controlling Position → Isolate the Neck → Set the Grip → Apply Pressure.
How do I defend against the Ezekiel Choke From Mount?
Standard counters include: Tuck Chin — protect the neck by lowering the chin to prevent the choke from sinking / Two-on-One Grip Fight — use both hands to strip the choking grip before it locks / Turn Into — rotate toward the choking arm to relieve carotid pressure / Posture Up — straighten the spine and create distance to break the choking angle.
What are the variants of the Ezekiel Choke From Mount?
Common variants: Gi Ezekiel (uses the sleeve for the choking grip, traditional technique); No-gi Ezekiel (uses the fist or forearm across the throat without sleeve…); Reverse Ezekiel (applied from the bottom position when opponent is in your…).
How effective is the Ezekiel Choke From Mount in competition?
Mounted Ezekiel chokes are finished regularly at IBJJF competition and in MMA.
What are common mistakes when doing the Ezekiel Choke From Mount?
Top errors to watch for: Setting up from high mount — the Ezekiel requires the arm behind the head, which is easier from low mount; high mount… / Not threading deep enough into the sleeve — the sleeve grip must provide a rigid forearm structure; shallow insertion… / Lifting the hips to focus on the choke — maintain heavy hip pressure throughout; lifting the hips allows the opponent… / Attempting on an opponent with their chin tucked and elbows tight — the Ezekiel requires access to the neck; against ….
What are other names for the Ezekiel Choke From Mount?
The Ezekiel Choke From Mount is also known as Ezekieru Chōku (Maunto kara), Mounted Ezekiel, Sode-guruma-jime from Mount.