### Gogoplata Submission Technique **Overview:** The gogoplata is a choke submission technique predominantly used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. It involves using the shin to apply pressure against the opponent’s throat, often trapping the opponent's head and arm. **Japanese name:** N/A --- ### Position - **Top/Bottom:** Bottom - **Likely Position(s):** Rubber Guard --- ### Step-by-step Instructions #### Part 1: Securing Rubber Guard 1. **Start in Guard Position:** - Begin with your opponent in your full guard. - You should have control of their posture by gripping the back of their head or collar. 2. **Control the Arm:** - Use one arm to grab your opponent's wrist (same side as the leg you intend to bring over their shoulder). - With your other hand, reach behind your opponent's armpit, securing overhook control. 3. **Foot to the Hip:** - Place your same-side foot onto their hip, pushing your hips sideways to create an angle. 4. **Creating Rubber Guard:** - Slide your shin across the opponent's shoulder, bringing your foot up to rest on their opposite shoulder. - With the opposite leg, secure your ankle behind the opponent's neck, locking your instep using your hand for support, forming the ‘rubber guard’ position. #### Part 2: Securing the Choke 5. **Adjust Your Shin:** - Your shin should now be in contact with the opponent’s throat. - Position it by raising your knee slightly, ensuring that it aligns with their neck. 6. **Gripping for Control:** - Release the rubber guard hold on your ankle, and instead clasp your own foot with both hands. 7. **Locking the Legs:** - Use your free leg to press down on their back, securing them in place and preventing any backward movement. #### Part 3: Executing the Choke 8. **Body and Arm Movement:** - Arch your back slightly to press your shin into their throat. - Pull their head downward by keeping pressure on your shin using both hands gripping your foot. - Simultaneously, squeeze your legs together, intensifying the choke. 9. **Tap or Finish:** - Maintain the pressure until your opponent taps. - Be ready to release immediately after a tap to avoid any injury to your training partner. --- ### Key Points: - Ensure constant pressure with your shin across their throat, maintaining control at all times. - Use your hips and core for added pressure as you arch back. - Remember to maintain secure grips on your own foot and your opponent's arm weathering any possible escape attempts. **Safety Note:** Due to the compression on the opponent's throat, the gogoplata can be a very intense submission, so be sure to observe safety precautions when practicing, especially in a live roll setting. --- By familiarizing yourself with this unique and effective submission, you can expand your ground game and enhance your proficiency in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Always seek to practice under the guidance of a seasoned coach to refine technique and adjust any weaknesses in your approach.