How to Do the Rear Naked Choke Defense in BJJ
Defense against the rear naked choke focuses on preventing the choking arm from reaching under your chin. Use two-on-one grip fighting, chin tucks, and shoulder shrugs to prevent the choke from being fully applied.
✓ Key Details to Master
- 1 Two-on-one control of the choking wrist
- 2 Tuck chin tight to chest
- 3 Pull choking arm to the opposite shoulder
- 4 Shrug shoulder up to block entry
- 5 Transition to back escape once choke denied
✗ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ⚠️ Fighting with one hand only
- ⚠️ Chin up exposing the neck
- ⚠️ Pulling arm straight down instead of across
- ⚠️ Not combining with back escape
- ⚠️ Exhausting arms fighting locked choke
🔄 Variations
- → Two-on-one strip
- → Chin strap defense
- → Shoulder shrug block
- → Peeling from locked choke
🛡️ Counters & Defenses
- → Switch choking arm
- → Attack other side of neck
- → Transition to short choke
- → Use body triangle for control
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belt level should I be to learn the Rear Naked Choke Defense? ▼
The Rear Naked Choke Defense is typically introduced at the white belt level. However, higher belts continue to refine this technique throughout their BJJ journey. The beginning of the BJJ journey. Focus on survival, basic positions, and fundamental movements.
Does this work in both gi and no-gi? ▼
The Rear Naked Choke Defense works in both gi and no-gi, though grip adjustments may be necessary. In no-gi, focus on body control and underhooks instead of gi grips.
How do I set up the Rear Naked Choke Defense? ▼
The Rear Naked Choke Defense is typically executed from back control bottom. Key setups include controlling your opponent's posture and creating the right angle. Practice the entry repeatedly before focusing on the finish.