How to Defend Against a Front Chokehold

When an attacker is choking you from the front with both hands, there is no time to spare. You need to escape fast. Here are three ways to do it.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Martial Arts Videos
• Martial Arts Uniforms
• Martial Arts Supplies

A Simple Escape

1. Lift an arm over your head in a swift, powerful motion.
2. Turn quickly to break the attacker's hold.
3. Run away.

Escape by Striking

4. Raise one arm up.
5. Cross it over the attacker's arms.
6. Strike with your elbow to the attacker's head.

An Easy Escape

7. Push your attacker's right arm up and away using the open palm of your right hand.
8. Push your attacker's left arm up and away using the open palm of your left hand.
9. Escape when the attacker's grip is released.

Tips & Warnings

• Build strength and speed through practice with a partner.
• Build up speed and power with a partner.
• Striking with the elbow (an "elbow strike") can cause serious injury. Use it only if you intend to harm the attacker.
• Keep your open palm strikes targeted and swift.
• Practicing the martial arts is an inherently dangerous activity that can result in serious injury or death. We recommend you seek proper training and equipment before attempting this activity.