How to Do Jiu Jitsu Head Lock Escape

A head lock is common tactic employed by bullies. It is a foolish maneuver in martial arts that exposes the bully to all sorts of counter attacks. Give the bully what he deserves by introducing him to the jiu jitsu head lock escape. Not only will it allow you to get away from the bully's feeble head lock, it will also repay him with a decent amount of pain.

Instructions

1. React immediately. It is essential that you employ the jiu jitsu head lock escape as the attacker is attempting his head lock. As soon as the attacker reaches around your neck to grab your head, spring into action. It is much easier to use the jiu jitsu head lock escape when you are still standing erect and the attacker is not punching you in the face with his other hand.

2. Reach over the attacker's shoulder and place your palm on his jaw. Do this with the hand that is closest to the attacker's back. This prevents the attacker from bending you over and dragging you down. Push on the attacker's face.

3. Bend both knees and lower your center of gravity. Keep your back straight. Reach under the attacker's leg with your other hand. Grab it just above his knee.

4. Force your hips forward as you lift with your legs. Keep your back straight while you do this and look up. Since you are lifting with your hips and legs you will be able to pick up an attacker who is much larger that you. As you stand up, pull with the hand under the attacker's leg while pushing with the hand on the opponent's face. The result is your opponent being lifted with his back to the ground. Keep lifting until your legs are straight.

5. Drop the attacker on the ground. It is up to you to decide how much pain the bully deserves. If you just let him go, he will land flat on his back. You can soften the fall by gradually lowering him to the ground or not lifting his legs as high. If the attacker is still holding on to your neck you can follow him to the ground. This has the double impact of hitting the pavement and your weight coming down on top of the attacker. He will definitely let go of the head lock at that point.