Setup from Half Guard
From half guard, the practitioner establishes an over-under position while the opponent frames defensively. Pressure is applied downward into the frame to encourage the opponent to extend their arm, creating space to thread the attacking arm through.
Initial Grip and Shoulder Placement
Once the arm is threaded through, the hand underneath the opponent's head grips their lat or armpit. The attacking shoulder is dropped across the opponent's chest to position the bicep against their throat.
Knee Slice and Squeeze
From a tripod position, the opposite knee slices through as the attacking arm squeezes. The practitioner turns to face the opponent while maintaining pressure, completing the arm triangle choke.
Defense: Answering the Phone
When the opponent places their hand over their ear to defend, space opens between their shoulder and neck, reducing the effectiveness of shoulder pressure alone. This defensive position requires an adjustment from the attacking practitioner.
Counter to Phone Defense: Fist Insertion
The attacking hand is placed over the fist and slid into the space created by the opponent's phone defense. The fist flattens and squeezes into the opponent's neck artery while shoulder pressure continues on the opposite side.
Alternative Counter: Transition to Back Control
If fitting the fist becomes impractical due to opponent size or equipment, the practitioner transitions by gripping the neck and sitting the opponent upright. The near knee posts while the far knee drives over to rotate behind the opponent.
Choke from Back Position
From the rotated position behind the opponent, the attacking hand traces the line of the original controlling arm across the opponent's neck. An arm-in grip is secured while the cheek maintains head position, allowing the choke to be finished without hooks.
Control Mechanics in Back Position
The arm behind the opponent's shoulder prevents them from rotating in one direction, while the cheek contact keeps their head aligned. This dual control allows the technique to function effectively even without traditional back control hooks.
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Key Takeaways
- •Setup from Half Guard
- •Initial Grip and Shoulder Placement
- •Knee Slice and Squeeze
- •Defense: Answering the Phone
Here’s a good set up and finish to a head an arm choke from half guard. We also cover a couple counters that the defending person might react with, as well as how to react towards those counters. Thanks for watching! Please subscribe and like to support the channel. If you have any request for specific moves please comment below and we will try and get to it. HTTPS://EscondidoJiuJitsu.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about arm triangle choke — from half guard – no-gi?
This video covers setup from half guard, initial grip and shoulder placement, knee slice and squeeze. It provides detailed instruction from Prism Jiu Jitsu.
How long does it take to learn arm triangle choke — from half guard – no-gi?
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.
What are the key details for finishing arm triangle choke — from half guard – no-gi?
From the rotated position behind the opponent, the attacking hand traces the line of the original controlling arm across the opponent's neck. An arm-in grip is secured while the cheek maintains head position, allowing the choke to be finished without hooks.
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