Class 12 - Headlock Escape One - Side Mount [GU-18]; Standing Armlock [GU-34]
Headlock Escape One - Side Mount -
Besides punches, headlocks are the single most common form of
attack used by untrained individuals on the streets. Although
they aren’t as effective as a true submission hold, getting caught
in a headlock by a stronger opponent can be a very painful
and
demoralizing experience. The Frame Escape is the first of two
headlock escape strategies that we recommend you perfect for
use
against larger adversaries. In this lesson, you will start by
learning the Standard Frame Escape, and then you will see what to
do if it
doesn’t work.
Technical Slices™
1) Standard Frame Escape
Indicator: Opponent establishes a headlock from the side
mount.
Essential Detail: Sideways body position and quick frame
entry
Most Common Mistake: Insufficient hip scoots
Bad Guy Reminder: Proper way to establish a headlock
Safety Tip: Tighten neck muscles to prevent injury to the trachea
during choke
Drill Orders: Start from headlock position, 1 repetition, reverse
roles
2) Scissor Failure Variation
Indicator: Opponent effectively resists the Scissor Choke.
Essential Detail: Strategic release of the Scissor Choke for
optimum control
Most Common Mistake: Weak leg work during transition
Bad Guy Reminder: Neutralize the initial choke by turning and
tucking chin
Drill Orders: Start from headlock position, 1 repetition, reverse
roles
3) Super Lock Variation
Indicator: Opponent does not release the headlock when you execute
the Standard Frame Escape.
Essential Detail: Use the momentum from the initial scissor
initiate the follow-up
Most Common Mistake: Failure to get the leg over the head and chop
effectively
Bad Guy Reminder: Hold the headlock snug enough to avoid the first
two variations
Drill Orders: Start from the headlock position, 1 repetition,
reverse roles
Standing Armlock -
Although we normally recommend you take the fight to the ground,
sometimes your opponent will give you an opportunity to
defeat
them while standing. Many confrontations begin with an opponent
pushing your chest with one or both hands unknowingly creating
the
perfect opportunity for you to apply the Standing Armlock. First,
you will learn the Basic Application, then you will see how to use
it in a
more realistic real scenario.
Technical Slices™
1) Basic Application
Indicator: Opponent pushes or grabs you with an extended arm.
Essential Detail: Effective pull and cutoff step
Most Common Mistake: Arching up and back rather than driving down
with ribcage for the hyper-extension
Bad Guy Reminder:: Notify your partner if their control of your
elbow feels incorrect
Safety Tip: Apply pressure very slowly to avoid injury
Drill Orders: Start with hand on chest, 1 repetition, reverse
roles
2) Walking Application
Indicator: Opponent pushes you with an extended arm while walking
towards you.
Essential Detail: Timing the wrist grab and arm pull with your
backward steps
Most Common Mistake: Over rotation of the elbow
Drill Orders: Start with opponent pushing chest, walk back for 2-3
steps, apply Standing Armlock, reverse roles