Introduction to Takedown Month

Coach Mikhail and Coach Tsai introduce takedown month, emphasizing that most physical confrontations begin from a standing position. Understanding how to initiate takedowns effectively is essential for controlling the engagement from its start.

Shift from Defense to Active Positioning

Rather than thinking defensively, practitioners should focus on attacking intelligently and progressively moving to safe positions. Passive defense leads to repeated defensive situations and poor positioning, whereas active offense enables control of the engagement.

The Takedown Algorithm

Takedowns follow the same fundamental algorithm as sweeps: control posture, remove a post, and make the opponent sit. This three-step progression provides a systematic approach to executing takedowns effectively.

Integrating Submissions into Takedown Defense

When opponents resist takedown attempts, practitioners should implement submissions as an alternative offensive option. This intelligent use of submissions prevents stalled exchanges and maintains offensive momentum from the standing position.

Collar Choke Setup from Standing

The collar choke begins by controlling the opponent's posture and opening the collar. The practitioner sends their hand along the jacket ridge while bringing the elbow inward to block back-takes and create tension.

Hand Placement and Head Positioning

Once the elbow controls the opponent's movement, the practitioner slips their hand inside the collar while positioning their head near the opponent's temple. This positioning establishes proper leverage for the choke while minimizing striking opportunities.

Finishing the Collar Choke

The practitioner completes the choke by rotating their wrists ("motorcycling") while applying forward head pressure. This combination creates sufficient pressure on the opponent's neck while maintaining a safe defensive posture.

Controlling Larger Opponents

When facing significantly larger opponents, practitioners can lower their hand position while maintaining collar tension through body following. This adjustment allows for effective choke application regardless of size differential.

Advantages of the Standing Collar Choke

The standing collar choke places opponents in a difficult striking position while simultaneously opening opportunities for multiple takedown variations. This technique exemplifies how submissions and takedowns work synergistically in standing exchanges.

Standing BJJ Submissions & Takedown Options | Texas BJJ

Aces Jiu Jitsu Club

From Standing

2 min read·9 key moments·PT4M14S video

Key Takeaways

•Introduction to Takedown Month
•Shift from Defense to Active Positioning
•The Takedown Algorithm
•Integrating Submissions into Takedown Defense

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Frequently Asked Questions

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This video covers introduction to takedown month, shift from defense to active positioning, the takedown algorithm. It provides detailed instruction from Aces Jiu Jitsu Club.

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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.