What is Front Headlock in BJJ?
Quick Definition
A controlling position with your arm around the opponent's head from the front.
Full Explanation
The front headlock is a controlling position where you wrap your arm around the opponent's head and neck from the front while they are bent forward or turtled. It is a powerful position that offers submissions like the guillotine, D'Arce, anaconda, and Japanese necktie. The front headlock is commonly reached after sprawling on a takedown attempt. It is a fundamental position in both wrestling and BJJ.
Examples in Context
"I sprawled and went straight to the front headlock"
"The front headlock is a submission-rich position"
Related Terms
Guillotine Choke
A front headlock choke wrapping around the opponent's neck.
D'Arce Choke
An arm-in head-and-arm choke threaded from the side, named after Joe D'Arce.
Anaconda Choke
An arm-in head-and-arm choke threaded from the front, squeezing like an anaconda.
Snap Down
Pulling the opponent's head down sharply to break their posture and create offense.
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