Controlling the Opponent's Arm from Side Mount

Before attacking the neck, the instructor establishes control of the opponent's near-side arm by pinning it to the floor and sliding the knee across. This prevents the opponent from creating a frame or escaping. The instructor continuously scans for an opportunistic wrist lock during this control phase.

The Basic Thumb-In-Collar Choke

With the opponent's arm isolated, the instructor threads their hand through the collar with the thumb inserted as deep as possible. The elbow drops to the floor to apply pressure, then rotates upward to increase the choke's effectiveness. This fundamental variation works best when the opponent refuses to give up their arm.

Four-Finger Collar Entry with Elbow Loop

The instructor demonstrates inserting four fingers into the collar and looping the elbow over to the floor for a more secure grip. The second hand then grabs the collar to eliminate slack, converting the technique into a strangle rather than a crush choke. The elbow circles to finalize the submission.

The Two-Hand Collar Pass and Windshield Wipe

The instructor opens the collar, passes it across the opponent's body, and sneaks under the head to pass it back with maximum tension. A palm block prevents the opponent from following the movement as the instructor performs a windshield wiper motion to tighten the choke. The head then serves as a pressure point while the free hand traps the opponent's wrist.

Finishing with Knee-Over-Head Pressure

Once the collar is secure and properly tightened, the instructor walks a knee over the opponent's head to increase pressure and lock in the submission. If additional pressure is needed, both knees can be repositioned for maximum cinching power. This final detail ensures a complete and unavoidable choke.

Collar Grab Variation with Head Repositioning

The instructor threads the collar underneath the opponent's head and loops it back, then grabs their own collar to take slack out before dropping the elbow. By pulling on their own collar as the elbow drops, the technique transitions from a crush to a strangle. The head rotates upward to apply the finishing pressure.

Underneath Collar Entry Alternative

When the initial collar pass encounters a tucked head, the instructor goes underneath instead of in front. Once the hand becomes visible under the head, the instructor loops the collar and returns, creating the same strangle mechanics. This variation proves effective when the opponent anticipates the standard in-front pass.

The Far-Side Collar Choke

The instructor targets the far-side collar, which is slightly more difficult to access but yields a significantly tighter choke once secured. The collar is passed across and taken up with minimal body movement before the windshield wiper and head repositioning. This variation often results in an immediate tap as the head crosses to the opposite side.

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ROYDEAN

Two Hand Collar Choke

3 min read·8 key moments·PT7M51S video

Key Takeaways

•Controlling the Opponent's Arm from Side Mount
•The Basic Thumb-In-Collar Choke
•Four-Finger Collar Entry with Elbow Loop
•The Two-Hand Collar Pass and Windshield Wipe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about two hand collar choke?

This video covers controlling the opponent's arm from side mount, the basic thumb-in-collar choke, four-finger collar entry with elbow loop. It provides detailed instruction from ROYDEAN.

How long does it take to learn two hand collar choke?

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.