Buggy Choke
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About This Technique
Buggy Choke
The Buggy Choke is a unique submission technique in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) that catches many opponents by surprise because it is executed from a less common position. This choke uses a combination of head, arm, and leg placement to apply pressure and secure submission. Its effectiveness comes from its sudden implementation and the unexpected angle from which it is applied.
Starting Position: Bottom Side Control
The Buggy Choke is typically executed from the bottom position, especially when the opponent has you in side control. Prepare the move when the opponent gives enough space around your lower body.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Create Space: - While in bottom side control, ensure there's enough space between your hips and the opponent. - Keep your frames active using your forearm and hand across the opponent’s throat or shoulder to maintain distance from their weight.
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Trap The Opponent’s Head and Arm: - With your near-side arm (closest to the opponent), wrap around the back of their head, forming a cradle. - Use your other arm to reinforce if necessary or maintain frames.
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Leg Placement and Grip: - With your outer leg (not the one trapped under their body), slide it across their neck, positioning your calf or knee over their neck. - Your free arm should now thread inside your leg to grip your opposite hand which is holding their head.
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Lock the Position: - Lock your hands together in a gable grip (palm to palm) or clasp your own wrist (if possible). - Tighten your grip by pulling your opponent’s head towards you.
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Apply the Choke: - Squeeze your legs inward against your arm and simultaneously pull down on the opponent’s head with your arms, applying pressure to their carotid arteries. - Your goal is suffocation and minimizing the blood supply to the head, encouraging a quick tap.
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Adjust and Finish: - Make necessary small adjustments if the pressure wasn’t sufficient initially. - It may require trialing a few angles until the choke is sufficiently tight and effective.
Key Points:
- Proper execution relies heavily on mechanics and timing; the opponent should not fully establish their side control.
- Maintaining active frames and controlling the space from the bottom is crucial to setting up the choke effectively.
- Ensure that you keep your opponent’s head in place while you work your leg around their neck.
Japanese Name
- N/A: There is no widely accepted Japanese name for the Buggy Choke.
Conclusion
While unconventional, the Buggy Choke can be a potent weapon in your BJJ arsenal when executed properly. Practice the timing and positioning to ensure it becomes a reliable tool in your bag of submissions.
How to Execute
Buggy Choke from Side Control
Setup
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Initial Position Details:
- •You are on the bottom, with your opponent in side control. Your opponent has typically passed your guard and is applying pressure from the top, possibly with a cross-face and underhook.
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Grips and Controls Needed:
- •Your arms should be free to move, with at least enough space to position one arm across your opponent’s neck.
- •Your legs should be able to move freely to facilitate the setup of the choke.
Steps
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Create Space:
- •Use your frames to create enough space between your torso and your opponent. You can do this by pushing with your near-side arm against your opponent's neck or shoulder.
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Position Your Arm:
- •Slide the arm that is closer to your opponent's hip underneath their neck. Your forearm should be pressing against their neck.
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Swing Your Leg:
- •Bring your far-side leg (the one opposite your opponent) over your body and towards the side of your opponent’s neck. This leg positioning is crucial for the choke.
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Lock Your Legs:
- •Use your near-side leg to secure your far-side leg by bringing it over and hooking it, creating a triangle-like figure with your legs. Your far-side leg's foot should be tucked behind your near-side knee.
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Tighten the Choke:
- •Squeeze your legs together while pulling your opponent's head down with your arm. The pressure should come from the combination of your legs pushing and your arm pulling.
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Finalize the Submission:
- •Continue applying the squeeze with both your legs and arm, adjusting the tightness as needed. Your opponent should feel the choke, leading to a tap.
Key Points
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Important Details to Remember:
- •Ensure that your arm is positioned correctly across your opponent’s neck from the start. This sets the foundation for the choke.
- •The effectiveness of the choke relies heavily on the leg positioning and the squeeze applied by your legs. Make sure the leg triangle is tight.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- •Failing to create enough space initially can make it difficult to position your arm correctly for the choke.
- •Not locking your legs properly can lead to a weak choke that your opponent can easily escape.
- •Over-committing to the choke without proper positioning might expose you to counterattacks or submissions. Always maintain control and be ready to adjust.