Introduction and Prerequisites
The buggy choke is a specialized technique requiring significant flexibility and similar body size between practitioners. The instructor emphasizes teaching this move primarily for defensive recognition—understanding how to identify and escape the position is as valuable as executing it.
Side Control Foundation
Proper side control positioning is essential before attempting the buggy choke. The instructor distinguishes between self-defense positioning (hands clasped for control) and jiu-jitsu positioning, noting that the clasped-hands variation serves no offensive purpose in sport grappling.
Rolling to the Side and Lat Placement
The attacking grappler must rotate onto their side to engage their latissimus dorsi muscle against the opponent's neck. This positional adjustment provides both mechanical advantage and increased flexibility necessary for the technique.
Underhook Execution
The attacking arm executes an underhook motion similar to an uppercut, threading as deep as possible into the crook of the knee of the leg that will secure the position. This underhook placement is critical for controlling the opponent's head and neck depth.
Leg Lock and Figure-Four Grip
The leg closest to the opponent's head swings over their body, and the grappler clasps their hands in a figure-four configuration. The combination of deep underhook placement and the figure-four grip creates the primary compression mechanism.
Pressure Application and Choke Mechanism
The technique functions as a blood choke rather than a tracheal choke, operating through lateral neck pressure created by the lat muscle, the deep underhook, and the figure-four grip. A crunching motion similar to a guillotine intensifies the pressure, though the effect develops gradually.
Demonstration Sequence
The instructor demonstrates the complete sequence: establishing side control, rolling to the attacking side, threading the underhook, swinging the leg into place, and locking the figure-four grip while maintaining pressure through the latissimus and crunch motion. The technique is shown on multiple partners of different sizes to illustrate its application.
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Key Takeaways
- •Introduction and Prerequisites
- •Side Control Foundation
- •Rolling to the Side and Lat Placement
- •Underhook Execution
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about 10th planet choke?
This video covers introduction and prerequisites, side control foundation, rolling to the side and lat placement. It provides detailed instruction from 10th Planet Denver Jiu Jitsu.
How long does it take to learn 10th planet choke?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 7-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing 10th planet choke?
The technique functions as a blood choke rather than a tracheal choke, operating through lateral neck pressure created by the lat muscle, the deep underhook, and the figure-four grip. A crunching motion similar to a guillotine intensifies the pressure, though the effect develops gradually.
