Drill 4 of 5
Rear Naked Choke Defense
Defend back control and protect the neck.
How to practice
- Partner takes your back with both hooks in. First defense: fight the choking hand with two hands instantly.
- Protect your neck with your chin and shoulder while stripping the top hand off your head.
- Clear one hook, turn into their choking side, and come out the top into their guard.
- Practice the standing answer: shrug them forward, peel the hands, and turn as they slide.
- Finish with rounds starting with their back taken - you score by surviving one full minute or escaping.
Coaching cues
Stay balancedKeep guard/position safeMove with purposeReset cleanly
Common mistakes
- Rushing the drill
- Poor posture or guard
- No reset after the action
Video references
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