Posture Breaking with Collar Grip
The foundation of this system begins with establishing a collar grip and progressively increasing distance from the opponent. As the instructor backs away, the opponent's posture breaks forward regardless of their strength. Maintaining this grip pressure forces the opponent into a compromised position on both knees.
Transitioning from Grip Break to Foot Placement
When the opponent attempts to break the collar grip, this defensive action exposes their sleeve. The instructor immediately re-establishes the collar grip while placing their same-side foot on the opponent's hip and their opposite foot in the bicep. This foot placement prevents grip breaks and maintains distance control.
Setting Up the Loop Choke Finish
When the opponent pulls their elbow tight to defend against omoplata and triangle threats, they lower their posture, creating the ideal opening for the loop choke. The instructor dips their wrist forward to create a pocket under the opponent's neck. The top arm releases the sleeve and threads over and under the forearm while the top leg goes over the opponent's back to trap them.
Alternative Attack: Securing Inside Shin Position
If the opponent postures up in response to loop choke threats, they expose the elbow-knee space. The instructor places their shin on the inside of this gap by pushing on the hip. Once established, this inside shin position remains locked regardless of elbow tightness, providing access to omoplata or triangle attacks.
Response to Single Knee Defense
When the opponent steps one knee up to defend, the instructor pushes the neck with their fist and removes the hip foot, creating an off-balance moment. This allows them to hook the opponent's foot with their own and transition to a single-leg grip. The instructor can then drive into a single-leg takedown or advance into back-take sequences.
Response to Double Knee Defense
If the opponent steps up with both legs, the instructor places their foot in the space between the opponent's knees to prevent closure. This foot position becomes trapped and immobile between the opponent's legs. From here, the instructor controls the foot and can execute a single-leg takedown or deep lace variations like the deep heave dump.
Competition Application: Mergoli vs. Cyborg Example
In this sequence, Mergoli maintains collar-sleeve control with foot-on-hip positioning while Cyborg keeps a low posture. When Cyborg postures up to relieve pressure, Mergoli immediately threads his arm over the back of the head and secures his leg over Cyborg's back. As Cyborg rolls through, the leg placement prevents escape and locks in the choke submission.
Spider Guard to Loop Choke Conversion
Daniel Donahue initiates from spider guard and uses a thread-of-the-wheel sweep to establish foot-on-hip control. He transitions from double sleeve to collar-sleeve grips while threatening omoplata and triangle. When his opponent defends by pulling the elbow tight, Donahue executes the loop choke with immediate leg-over-back positioning for the finish.
Deep Lasso Setup into Loop Choke
Mergoli uses a deep lasso position under the opponent's hip to create an overhead sweep, forcing the opponent back to both knees in defense. From this recovery position, Mergoli drives in and transitions into the loop choke, this time locking his arm deep against the tricep behind the head. Even as Cyborg passes the legs, the deeply secured arm placement maintains the choke until submission.
The Easiest Way to Submit Strong Stalling Opponents
Key Takeaways
- •Posture Breaking with Collar Grip
- •Transitioning from Grip Break to Foot Placement
- •Setting Up the Loop Choke Finish
- •Alternative Attack: Securing Inside Shin Position
This video I go through a simple system to create offense vs a strong stalling opponent. The key to attacking a stalling opponent is forcing them to move and open up, the easiest way to do this is to back up and pull on the collar to break posture, they will be forced to respond to this either exposing and Omoplata triangle choke or a loop choke. When you can effectively mix these systems it’s so hard to stop. For my full collar sleeve system check out my website here. https://www.jonthomasbjj.com/courses/modern-collar-sleeve Vital Kimonos: https://www.vitalkimonos.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about loop choke?
This video covers posture breaking with collar grip, transitioning from grip break to foot placement, setting up the loop choke finish. It provides detailed instruction from JonThomasBJJ.
How long does it take to learn loop 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.
What are the key details for finishing loop choke?
Daniel Donahue initiates from spider guard and uses a thread-of-the-wheel sweep to establish foot-on-hip control. He transitions from double sleeve to collar-sleeve grips while threatening omoplata and triangle. When his opponent defends by pulling the elbow tight, Donahue executes the loop choke with immediate leg-over-back positioning for the finish.
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