Back to Techniques
North SouthTop
BeginnerNorth South Choke
Kita Minami Jime
Share
Share this page
About This Technique
North South Choke
Overview
The North South Choke is an effective submission technique primarily employed from the North South position. The move involves applying pressure to an opponent’s carotid arteries, cutting off blood flow to the brain and prompting a tap out. This technique is a staple in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts for its effectiveness and simplicity.
Position
- North South
Japanese Name
- Kita Minami Jime
Step-by-Step Instructions
-
Establish the North South Position
- Begin by securing a dominant North South position over your opponent by sliding from side control.
- Align your hips over your opponent’s chest, keeping your body low to prevent them from recovering guard.
-
Control the Opponent’s Head
- Use your arm that’s closest to their body (often your opponent’s right side if your hips are over their chest) to grip their far-side trap muscles.
- This controls their upper body and prevents them from creating space.
-
Create Pressure
- Adjust your body position so your chest applies pressure against their face, guiding it to one side to reduce mobility.
-
Secure the Grip
- Use your free hand (far side arm) to slide around their neck.
- Apply a gable grip (palm to palm, fingers locked) behind their neck to secure the position.
-
Adjust Your Stance
- Shift your body to generate more pressure.
- Drive your shoulder closest to their neck down towards the mat to maximize pressure.
- Optionally, splay your legs out wide or post your feet for enhanced stability.
-
Final Adjustment
- Make micro-adjustments by altering your hip position for a snugger fit.
- Experiment with engaging your core to increase choke intensity.
-
Apply the Choke
- Squeeze your arms, ensuring constant pressure on both sides of the neck.
- Use your chest and body weight to assist with maintaining pressure.
- Hold until your opponent taps or the referee signals victory.
Tips:
-
Maintain Chest Pressure: Ensure consistent pressure with your chest on their face to minimize escape potential.
-
Controlled Movements: Be deliberate with your movements to maintain control and stability.
-
Feel for Taps: Always be alert to your opponent's tap signals to ensure safety.
-
Practice: This intricate choke requires repetition to perfect positioning and pressure control effectively.
How to Execute
# North South Choke from North South Position
## Setup
- **Initial Position Details**: Begin in the North South position with your opponent lying on their back. Your body should be over their head, with your hips close to their shoulders and your chest facing the mat.
- **Grips and Controls Needed**: Your arms should be positioned one on each side of your opponent's neck. Your goal is to have your arms ready to slide underneath their neck to establish the choke.
## Steps
1. **Position Your Arms**:
- Slide one arm, preferably your dominant hand, under your opponent's neck. Your bicep should be close to the side of their neck, aiming to contact the carotid artery.
- Make sure your other arm is positioned over the opponent’s chest or shoulder, providing control and balance.
2. **Establish Head Control**:
- Use the arm that's under your opponent’s neck to control their head. Your hand should reach toward your own shoulder or across to grip your opposite bicep, forming a tight loop around their neck.
- This creates the initial setup for the choke, allowing you to maintain control over their head and neck.
3. **Adjust Your Body Position**:
- Shift your hips slightly back and to the side, lowering your body weight onto your opponent's chest. Ensure that your chest is closely connected to their body to prevent any escape opportunities.
- Your head should be low, close to the mat, to maintain pressure and balance.
4. **Apply the Choke**:
- Squeeze your arms together by pulling your elbow of the arm under their neck downwards while pushing your opposite shoulder into their neck.
- Simultaneously, lower your body weight onto their chest, increasing the pressure on their neck.
- Maintain this pressure until you feel your opponent tap or you see signs of them submitting.
## Key Points
- **Important Details to Remember**:
- Ensure that your arm under the opponent’s neck is deep enough to effectively press against their carotid artery.
- Use your body weight strategically by keeping your chest low and connected to their torso.
- **Common Mistakes to Avoid**:
- Avoid lifting your hips too high, as this can relieve pressure and allow your opponent to escape.
- Do not overextend your arms; this reduces the effectiveness of the choke and compromises control.
- Ensure your head is low to prevent your opponent from creating space by pushing your head or shoulders away.
Implement these steps with control and precision to successfully execute the North South Choke in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Rate This Technique
Sign in to rate techniques
Sign In