Introduction to Rear Naked Choke Defense

This instructional guide covers four essential escape techniques for defending against a rear naked choke attack. The instructor emphasizes the importance of immediate hand positioning and neck protection when an attacker secures their grip from behind.

Fundamental Defense Principles

The primary defense strategy involves fighting the attacker's hands while protecting the neck. When attacked from behind, the defender should immediately elevate their shoulders and lower their chin to create space and control the attacker's arm placement.

Technique 1: Ipan Seo Inagi (Forward Bow Throw)

In this technique, the defender drops their base into a wide stance while keeping physical connection with the attacker. The defender then executes a forward bow, using their lower center of gravity to throw the attacker over their body and onto the ground.

Technique 2: Osoto Gari (Outside Leg Sweep)

When the attacker pulls backward rather than driving forward, the defender responds by feeding their leg around the attacker's leg. The defender takes a wide step to the outside while bowing, sweeping the attacker's leg and completing the throw.

Technique 3: Judolock Escape with Control

Instead of dropping or stepping back, the defender turns their shoulder inward and takes a backstep to enter a judolock position. From here, the defender secures both arms under the attacker's wrists and can execute follow-up techniques including elbow locks or knee-based takedowns.

Judolock Variations and Shield Position

The judolock escape allows the defender to control the attacker's upper body and use them as a shield against secondary threats. The defender can apply shoulder control techniques and create distance while maintaining dominance over the attacker's positioning.

Technique 4: Yoko Vakari (Sacrificial Side Throw)

This sacrifice throw involves the defender dropping to their hip and rotating explosively to throw the attacker laterally over their body. The yoko vakari is effective when the attacker expects traditional hip throws and provides an unexpected angle of attack.

Integrated Flow Training

All four techniques can be chained together in a flowing combination based on the attacker's response. Practitioners should drill these transitions to develop reactive awareness and the ability to shift between techniques as the attacker changes their position and leverage.

Top 4 Jiu-Jitsu Techniques to Escape Rear Choke

TRITAC Martial Arts

Defence Against Choke from Behind

2 min read·8 key moments·PT7M43S video

Key Takeaways

•Introduction to Rear Naked Choke Defense
•Fundamental Defense Principles
•Technique 1: Ipan Seo Inagi (Forward Bow Throw)
•Technique 2: Osoto Gari (Outside Leg Sweep)

Ready to finish fights faster? Level up your ground game with a FREE custom 14-day Jiu-Jitsu training plan – take the survey: https://tritacmartialarts.com/survey The rear-choke is one on the worst situations you can be from a self-defense perspective and when training Jiu-Jitsu. There are many techniques to escape the rear choke, but these are our favorite Jiu-Jitsu techniques to escape a choke, and finish with a throw, takedown, control or submission. 4 Jiu-Jitsu Techniques to Escape Choke: 1.) Ippon Seo Nage - a very common judo / jujitsu throw to drive your opponent into the ground. In this self-defense version of the ippon seo nage, we'll use a Combat Jiu-Jitsu stance to drop your opponent. 2.) Osoto Gari - Another very common Judo or Ju-Jitsu leg-trip throw. In this version of the Osoto Gari Rear Choke Self-Defense, we'll use your opponents "action" to step behind him and trip him with the Osoto Gari Takedown 3.) Judo Lock - The judo lock escape is one of the best self defense moves when your opponent has their arms around your neck and is choking you. It is a simple movement that easily gives you jiu-jitsu control over your opponent. 4.) Yoko Wakare - this Ju-Jitsu throw is also a side fall and sacrifice throw that uses gravity to throw your opponent over your shoulder. It is very effective, and quick self-defense takedown. You will also learn a jiu-jitsu training drill to put all of these self-defense Jiu-Jitsu techniques together. === More TRITAC-Jitsu === Free Custom 14-Day Combative Jiu-Jitsu Plan: https://tritacmartialarts.com/survey?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=desc&utm_campaign=ttj

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about defence against choke from behind?

This video covers introduction to rear naked choke defense, fundamental defense principles, technique 1: ipan seo inagi (forward bow throw). It provides detailed instruction from TRITAC Martial Arts.

How long does it take to learn defence against choke from behind?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.