Seat-Belt Control | Bow And Arrow

Securing the back control is crucial, and once achieved, the focus shifts to submission attacks. While the rear-naked choke is a fundamental option, opponents often protect their necks, making it a challenging move to apply at higher levels of competition. Instead of pursuing the rear-naked choke immediately, it's advisable to opt for collar chokes, with the bow and arrow choke being a preferred choice due to its effectiveness.

1. Start with tight back control, positioning your head close to the opponent's shoulder, mimicking a "second head" to maintain proximity and control.
2. Anticipate the opponent's defensive hand movements, which allows you to secure a grip on one of their hands. Use a precise grip on the fleshy part of the hand, avoiding the wrist and fingers for optimal control.
3. With the grip secured, use your thumb to fold the gi and pass it off to your other hand, ensuring the grip is tight.
4. As the opponent raises their hands to protect their neck, it becomes easier to grab their gi or limbs, as they inadvertently bring them closer to you.
5. Maintain the position with your shoulder behind the opponent's neck and your head tight against them, directing their head where you want it to go.
6. Instead of sitting back directly, transition off to one side, specifically the side where you have the grip around the opponent's neck, to set up for the bow and arrow choke.

This approach to the bow and arrow choke emphasizes control and capitalizes on the opponent's defensive reactions, setting up a high-percentage submission from the back.