Guillotine Takedown
A straightforward takedown that transitions into a Guillotine choke by controlling the opponent's head and arm.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Approach with your right arm grabbing the opponent's neck while your right leg is forward0:28
- 2Create a meat hook grip on their neck with your forearm against their chest0:36
- 3Place your other hand under their arm to secure a grip1:05
- 4Sprawl while moving in a circular direction towards your underhook1:16
- 5Decide your next action from this position1:25
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