## Technique Overview: The Bow and Arrow Choke is a highly effective and popular submission in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, often applied against an opponent when you have their back control. This choke uses the opponent's own gi fabric to cut off their air and blood supply, creating immense pressure, similar to drawing a bow and arrow. ## Possible Positions: - **Back Mount** ## Step-by-Step Instructions: ### Positioning: 1. **Secure Back Control**: - Begin by taking your opponent's back while securing your seatbelt grip (one arm over the shoulder and the other under the armpit, hands clasped together). - Ensure you have your hooks in by wrapping your legs around your opponent's waist, your feet anchoring near their hips. ### Setting Up the Choke: 2. **Grip the Collar**: - Release your grip and use your top arm (usually the arm over the shoulder) to open their near-side collar. - With your free hand, establish a deep grip on the collar (preferably with a four-finger grip) close to the back of their neck, ensuring your knuckles are tight against them. 3. **Anchor the Leg**: - With the other hand, reach beneath their arm in the same side you gripped the collar, free your opposite leg from the hooks, and push your foot against your opponent’s hip. ### Executing the Choke: 4. **Spin to the Side**: - Using your planted foot against their hip, pivot your body off to the side, facing laterally to your opponent. This gives you leverage and angles. 5. **Stabilize the Arm**: - Reach across and grab the opponent's far leg, either at the knee or ankle, pulling it towards you. - Pulling their leg disengages their balance and makes it difficult for them to defend the choke. 6. **Apply the Choke**: - Tighten your collar grip against their neck and arch your back to increase the pressure. - Your free hand should continue pulling their leg across your body as you apply the choke, creating a bow and arrow tension. ### Finishing: 7. **Adjust and Squeeze**: - Ensure the collar grip is solid by twisting your wrist inward to remove any slack. - Arch slightly back and expand your chest, maintaining pressure until you secure the submission. Be mindful of stopping immediately if the opponent taps, to prevent injury. By following these steps and practicing with a partner, you can add the Bow and Arrow Choke to your BJJ arsenal. ## Tips for Success: - Ensure a deep grip when grabbing their collar to maximize the choke's effectiveness. - Keep your movements tight and controlled to maintain dominant positioning and pressure. - Practice with a partner to fine-tune the adjustment required to exploit the angle of the choke.