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D'Arce choke

Also called Darce · Brabo choke · Brabo

SubmissionIntermediateGi and no-giNot for kids
Where this leads
FinishThey tap. End of the path.
How they defend thisFront headlock choke defenceTurtle, bottom · 2 videos

Key details

  1. Front headlock, their arm freeTheir near arm is on your side of their head.
  2. Thread your arm under their armpitGo in front of their arm and round the neck.
  3. Lock onto your own bicepYour other hand goes behind their head.
  4. Squeeze and drop to your sideFall to the side of the trapped arm, sprawl and squeeze slowly.

Practise with a partner under a qualified coach, and tap early. Terms and safety