Cross Collar Choke

Question 1

What is the first step in executing a Cross Collar Choke?

Answer 1

Pull open the collar

This is the initial action to prepare for the choke.

Question 2

What should you do after pulling open the collar?

Answer 2

Reach fingers far back for the tag in the collar and take up the slack in the collar

This ensures that the collar is properly positioned for the choke.

Question 3

What positioning is required for the wrist and elbow during the Cross Collar Choke?

Answer 3

Curl your wrist and put the elbow against the chest, forearm against throat

Proper alignment is crucial for the effectiveness of the choke.

Question 4

What is the next step after positioning the wrist and elbow?

Answer 4

Reach over the top, elbow against the ear, and slide it down to grab the top of the jacket

This movement helps to secure the grip needed for the choke.

Question 5

What should you do with your elbow after sliding it down?

Answer 5

Get that elbow to the chest too

This tightens the choke and increases pressure.

Question 6

How can you enhance the effectiveness of the Cross Collar Choke?

Answer 6

Use your guard to pull him forward into the pressure on carotids

This action applies additional force necessary for the choke.

Question 7

Cross collar choke

Answer 7