D'Arce Choke — Forearm Grip Variation
Alternative finish for practitioners with shorter arms or against thicker opponents who prevent full arm closure. Replaces the bicep grip with a forearm grip, using chest pressure as a counterweight to create a neck crank.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Enter the same half guard setup and thread your arm under the head.2:33
- 2Place your hand directly on your forearm instead of gripping your bicep.2:46
- 3Drop your chest down to create a fulcrum at your wrist.3:02
- 4Squeeze your elbows tightly together.3:28
- 5Apply pressure by driving your chest down and forward.3:39
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