Class 11 - Headlock Counters - Mount [GU-16]; Standing Headlock Defense [GU-26]
Headlock Counters - Mount -
The goal in a fight is to achieve the mount. Once you accomplish
this, you opponent will panic and desperately attempt to
escape.
One of the most common escape strategies used by unskilled
individuals is to establish a headlock and throw you off of them.
The
Headlock Counters from the mount will keep you from getting rolled
off of a larger opponent, and prepare you to take advantage of
the
submission opportunities will inevitably arise. First, you will
learn how to prevent the escape attempts, and then you will learn
how to
finish the fight in two different ways.
Technical Slices™
1) Basic Positioning (Preparation Drill)
Essential Detail: Smooth transition to modified mount and solid
hand base
Most Common Mistake: Incorrect back knee position and hips too
high
Bad Guy Reminder: Check partner’s base by twisting the
headlock
Drill Orders: Start from mount, 1 repetition in each direction,
reverse roles
2) Prevent the Getup
Indicator: Opponent attempts to roll to their knees with the
headlock intact.
Essential Detail: Push off the hands to generate pull-back power
and keep hips low
Most Common Mistake: Attempting the calf pull-back too soon
Drill Orders: Start from mount, Prevent the Getup 3 times, reverse
roles
3) Back Mount Finish
Indicator: Opponent releases the headlock and rolls to their
knees.
Essential Detail: Good hand base and quick back hook entry
Most Common Mistake: Weak torso and head alignment from back
mount
Drill Orders: Start from the mount, 1 repetition, reverse
roles
4) Armlock Finish
Indicator: Opponent exhausts their escape attempts and keeps the
headlock intact.
Essential Detail: Effective frame positioning and slack
removal
Most Common Mistake: Using neck strength instead of body weight for
frame pressure
Safety Tip: Avoid kicking partner’s face during Armlock spin
Drill Orders: Start from the mount, 1 repetition, reverse roles
Standing Headlock Defense -
Once you establish the clinch on your opponent, there is a good
chance that they will get desperate and catch you in a
headlock.
Without the proper escape strategy, the Standing Headlock can be a
very painful and demoralizing experience, but with the proper
technique you can turn the tables and use their hold to your
advantage.
Technical Slices™
1) Standing Headlock Defense
Indicator: Opponent catches you in a headlock while standing.
Essential Detail: Step, sit, and spin in one fluid motion
Most Common Mistake: Incorrect sitting position and bending the
back leg
Bad Guy Reminder: Keep the headlock snug and go with the flow
Safety Tip: Tighten up your neck muscles for protection
Drill Orders: Start from right-handed Standing Headlock position, 1
repetition, reverse roles