D'arce Choke from Top Side Control
No-GiGi
From top side control, use your knee to separate your opponent’s arm, thread into the Darce while moving toward north-south, then turn them onto their side and finish safely.
Drill Steps
1
Settle into top side control.
- Keep your weight controlled.
2
Separate their elbow from their body.
- Use your knee to keep the arm elevated.
- Do not force the choke if the elbow stays tucked.
3
Thread your arms to the far side and move toward north-south.
- Keep their arm trapped as you circle.
- Maintain chest pressure during the transition.
4
Turn them onto their side and lock the Darce.
- Connect your hands securely.
- Keep their trapped arm across their neck.
5
Finish the choke with controlled pressure.
- Squeeze and apply pressure gradually.
Detailed Breakdown
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