Introduction to Back Control and Choking Attacks

The instructor introduces the fundamental principles of back control and the setup for executing an effective choke. The session focuses on establishing dominant position before attempting any submissions.

Hip Control with Hooks

Two hooks provide maximum control and scoring points, while a single downside hook—wedged between the mat and opponent's body weight—offers sufficient control when necessary. The key principle is maintaining the hook on the lower side to prevent escape.

Upper Body Control: The Harness

The harness consists of an over-hook (the choking hand) and an under-hook (the supporting hand). This configuration is conceptualized as the king and knight, where the choking hand leads the attack while the under-hook protects and maintains control.

Eliminating Space and Head Positioning

Reducing all space between the attacker and opponent is critical for maintaining control. The head must be positioned between the mat and the opponent's head, preventing the opponent from working toward escape and establishing dominance in the positional battle.

Hand Fighting and Crisscross Control

Hand fighting is essential for back control when the opponent actively resists. The attacker achieves crisscross control by using the under-hook hand to control the opponent's same-side hand, while the choking hand controls the opposite hand.

Executing the Arm Wrap Short Choke

After establishing crisscross control, the attacker pushes the opponent away slightly while maintaining head pressure, then swims the choking arm over the opponent's trapped arm. The choke is applied using the wrist radius bone dug under the jaw while pulling the elbow tightly past the opponent's shoulder.

Training Progression and Back Riding

Back control requires dedicated training time to develop the necessary muscle memory and endurance, similar to establishing guard early in grappling development. Consistent practice of control principles must precede offensive choke attempts.

Advanced Troubleshooting: Pummeling from Back Control

When opponents successfully defend against initial back control, the attacker can employ a pummeling drill alternating between over-under and double-under arm configurations. This dynamic exchange maintains dominance while adapting to the opponent's defensive positioning.

Position Switching and Sided Control

When switching sides during back control, the attacker must reposition the head to the new side and adjust crisscross control accordingly. This adaptation ensures continued dominance while attacking from different angles based on opponent resistance patterns.

BACK CONTROL: Principles, Arm Traps and Short Chokes!

Evo BJJ

Arm Wrap Choke

2 min read·9 key moments·PT5M9S video

Key Takeaways

•Introduction to Back Control and Choking Attacks
•Hip Control with Hooks
•Upper Body Control: The Harness
•Eliminating Space and Head Positioning

In this week's video we go in-depth over back control principles like 2 hooks or 1? The harness and the "King & Knight", as well as head position and hand fighting to the short choke. As always Like, Comment, Subscribe and Share! --- Visit my website http://www.evolution-bjj.com/ Subscribe to stay tuned for new videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGaInpDXdlONJrbuQ0bAHeA?sub_confirmation=1 Follow us on Social Media! --- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evobjj/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bjjevolution Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/teesunami Thanks for watching!!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about arm wrap choke?

This video covers introduction to back control and choking attacks, hip control with hooks, upper body control: the harness. It provides detailed instruction from Evo BJJ.

How long does it take to learn arm wrap choke?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 9-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.