Neck strangles·Neck · Gi
D'Arce Choke Variation
Gi D'Arce
Brabo Choke.
Gi-enhanced arm triangle using collar grips on carotids
Risk level
Medium
neck
Tap urgency
Moderate
tap response
Difficulty
4
/ 5 — setup
Danger level
5
/ 10
Positions
36
entry points
Perm. damage
No
irreversible risk
What it is
Gi-enhanced arm triangle using collar grips on carotids
What you do
The step-by-step execution breakdown lives in the app — mechanics, tips, and the full entry sequence.
Open1submission detailin the App Store↗Setup complexity
4/10
Learning priority
7/10
Escapability
4/10
Versatility
6/10
Danger level
5/10
01
TAP URGENCY: MODERATE—brabo positioning creates tight collar choke mechanics
02
Release immediately when partner taps; the grip configuration locks tightly
03
Apply pressure gradually from the collar grip entry position
04
This submission works with gi fabric mechanics; ensure proper collar control first
05
Partner defensive options are limited once grip is established; defend early
WHITE — LEGALBLUE — LEGALPURPLE — LEGALBROWN — LEGALBLACK — LEGAL
36 ways in.
All36entriesin the App Store↗CONTROLLING70
Side Control
Heavy crossface while hunting submissions
CONTROLLING70
Head-and-Arm Control
Arm trapped, shoulder drives - arm triangle, darce, mount step over
CONTROLLING70
Crossface
Forearm driving across jaw - control head, block turn
CONTROLLING70
100 Kilos
Sprawled chest pin - control and hunt submissions
CONTROLLING60
Turtle
Control hips, get seatbelt, insert hooks, take the back
CONTROLLING60
Sprawl Control
Converting sprawl defense into controlling attack position with submission threats
INITIATING60
Front Headlock
Head trapped - finish guillotine or take back
CONTROLLING50
Twister Side Control
Leg hooked, chest heavy - twister grip, spinal pressure, back take
INITIATING50
Sprawl
Sprawled on - push up, recover base
CONTROLLING50
Shoulder of Justice
Drive shoulder hard, use body weight, attack reactions, maintain pressure
CONTROLLING50
Turtle Sit-Out
Sit hips out, post hand, get legs in, turn and guard
CONTROLLING50
Quarter Nelson
Thread under armpit, drive up - break them flat, take back or truck
CONTROLLING50
Quarter Mount
Knee over, control far arm - mount, back, s-mount, arm triangle
CONTROLLING50
North-South
Chest over their head - heavy weight, kimura threats
CONTROLLING50
Modified Scarf Hold
Arm trapped in armpit - control head, attack submissions
CONTROLLING50
Inverted Turtle
Opponent inverted - stay balanced, take back when rolling
CONTROLLING40
Knee on Belly
Knee driving into belly - stay mobile, transition fast
CONTROLLING40
Defensive Shell
Elbows tight, wait for openings, shrimp to guard when safe
GUARDING30
Z-Guard
Shin frame active - prevent pressure, sweep
CONTROLLING30
Uke Gatame
Pin arm across chest, heavy pressure - armlocks, control head, advance
INITIATING30
Thai Clinch
Plum locked - knee strikes and throws
GUARDING30
Panda Guard
Sitting guard control with attack angles
INITIATING30
Over-Under
Over-under locked - trip or dump them
CONTROLLING30
North-South Spin Trap
Trap arm, heavy chest - north-south choke, kimura, block spin
CONTROLLING30
Mount
Heavy hips with submission threats
GUARDING30
K-Guard
Knee shield active with sweep angles
GUARDING30
Half Guard
Fighting to free trapped leg and pass
CONTROLLING30
Gift Wrap
Arm trapped, hooks in - rear naked choke, kimura, mount
GUARDING30
Dogfight
Attack underhooks, back takes, and sweeps
CONTROLLING30
Cradle Control
Hands locked around head and leg - compress tight
GUARDING30
Coyote Half Guard
Lever sweeps and back takes from bottom
INITIATING30
Collar Tie
Hand on neck, pull head down, snap or throw
INITIATING30
Collar-and-Elbow
Collar and elbow gripped, control posture, set up attacks
GUARDING30
Butterfly Guard
Hook and lift for sweeps
GUARDING20
Headquarters Guard
Distance managed while transitioning guard systems
GUARDING20
Closed Guard
Control distance while attacking in combinations
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