Baseball Bat Choke
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About This Technique
Description
The Baseball Bat Choke is a gi submission known for its pressure and effectiveness. It gets its name from the grip style, reminiscent of how you would hold a baseball bat. This choke is primarily executed from several positions, providing versatility in attacking.
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Positions
- Side Control
- Knee on Belly
- Bottom of Knee on Belly
Side Control Execution
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Establish Control
- Secure a side control position over your opponent. Keep their bottom arm trapped with your knee to limit their mobility.
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Achieve Collar Grip
- Your inside hand (closer to opponent's legs) reaches for the far side collar. Slide your fingers deep into the collar, palm up, like holding a baseball bat. Ensure a firm grip, pulling the fabric and drawing your elbow towards your waist.
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Second Hand Position
- Bring your outside hand under the opponent's chin and into the same collar with a palm down grip. This mirrors the grip you used with your first hand, aligning them in a baseball bat fashion. Your knuckles should be close to touching as both wrists face inward.
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Apply the Choke
- Drop your weight, tightening the grips. Your shoulder and upper body pressure should lock your opponent's head in place, preventing their escape.
- Rotate your torso, aligning your chest with their legs to increase the choking pressure. This twisting action tightens the lapel around their neck, forcing a tap.
Knee on Belly Execution
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Establish Knee-on-Belly Control
- Control your opponent by driving your knee into their solar plexus, applying pressure, and maintaining balance.
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First Collar Grip
- Use your hand closest to the opponent’s head to grab their far collar palm up. Keep your grip tight.
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Position Second Hand
- Slide the other hand (closer to the opponent’s legs) underneath their head, securing the same collar with a palm-down grip to establish the baseball bat like grip.
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Finishing the Choke
- Lean forward, using your body weight to engage the choke. Rotate sharply by positioning yourself off-line beside your opponent, intensifying the lapel tightening around their neck.
- Drop your upper body pressure down and across the throat, sealing the choke and securing the tap.
Important Points
- Grip and Position: Ensure your grips are secure before attempting the choke.
- Balance and Weight: Modify your body stance to maintain pressure and apply the choke effectively.
- Timing: Lock in the submissions quickly once grips are confirmed to prevent escape.
This technique demands precision, grip strength, and control, but when executed correctly, the Baseball Bat Choke is a truly formidable tool in any BJJ arsenal.
How to Execute
Baseball Bat Choke from Side Control
Setup
- •Begin in the Side Control position with your partner on their back and you controlling from the side.
- •Your body should be positioned perpendicular to your opponent's, with your chest applying pressure on their torso.
- •Ensure you maintain control of your opponent's hips to prevent them from turning into you or escaping.
Grips and Controls Needed
- •Near-side Grip: With your near-side hand (closest to your opponent's head), reach under their neck and grab their far-side collar with a thumb-in grip. This is similar to how you’d hold a baseball bat.
- •Far-side Grip: With your far-side hand, reach across and grab the near-side collar with a four-fingers-in grip. The grip should be similar to holding the other end of a baseball bat.
Steps
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Establish Control: Maintain tight side control with good pressure on your opponent's chest using your body. Keep your hips low to prevent your opponent from bridging or shrimping.
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Secure the Grips: Ensure both grips are firm. The near-side hand should have a thumb-in grip on the far-side collar, and the far-side hand should have a four-fingers-in grip on the near-side collar.
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Position Your Elbows: Once the grips are secured, bring your elbows together to close the space around your opponent's neck. This action tightens the choke.
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Move to North-South: Transition your body from side control to a north-south position. As you move, keep your elbows tight and maintain your grips.
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Apply Pressure: As you continue to rotate towards the north-south, drop your head to the mat on the opposite side of your opponent's body. This movement will create the necessary pressure to complete the choke.
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Finish the Choke: To finish, pull your hands apart as if you are trying to swing a baseball bat. This action will tighten the choke and should lead to a tap from your opponent.
Key Points
- •Stay Tight: Throughout the technique, maintain a tight grip and close proximity to your opponent to prevent them from escaping or countering.
- •Body Positioning: Your transition to north-south should be smooth and controlled, keeping pressure on your opponent.
- •Grip Details: The thumb-in and four-fingers-in grips are crucial for the choke's success. Ensure your grips are deep and secure.
- •Common Mistakes:
- •Loose Grips: Avoid having loose grips, as this will make the choke ineffective.
- •Improper Elbow Position: Ensure your elbows come together to close the space around the neck.
- •Rushing the Choke: Take your time to secure the position and grips before applying pressure.
By following these detailed steps and key points, you can effectively perform the Baseball Bat Choke from Side Control. Practice with controlled pressure to ensure safety and efficiency.