When some people think of Judo, the first thing they think of is all the high level throws they see in highlight reels. While throws are obviously important due to the nature of Judo, it is important not to overlook finishes and submissions. In this series, Andy Hung dives deep into this aspect of the sport, providing the best options for finishing chokes and strangles as well as escapes to these very moves.
Start by going over the definition of all these chokes and strangles to increase your understanding of what they are and how they are applied. Next look at initiations into chokes and strangles and make sure you are always setting yourself up for the finish the right way. As you grasp a hold of these fundamental aspects of Judo strangles, notice all the other aspects of offensive details such as how the right mentality accounts for 50% of proper chokes and strangles.
Apply all of these fundamentals into high level offensive techniques such as multiple variations of the baseball bat choke, loop choke, Sode Gutuma, and so much more. As you perfect the finishing mechanics to these techniques, use that understanding to work on your defensive and escape strategies. Master escapes to some of the most brutal submissions such as the bow and arrow choke and the crucifix.
Perhaps one of the most notable qualities of Andy’s teachings is his ability to provide insight on the philosophy of Judo while also showing flawless technique. Teaching your body how to do something is half of the puzzle, but actually understanding exactly what you are doing brings your game to the next level. Make sure every part of your Judo game includes the proper technique, and perfect the high level strangles Andy provides. Check out his instructional now!