The Darce choke is a submission hold in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) that is particularly effective in no-gi grappling, where there are no gi grips to assist in securing the choke. It is a variation of the Ezekiel choke that utilizes a deep collar grip and a controlled arm-trap to apply pressure to the carotid artery.
Key components of the Darce choke:
Deep collar grip: The attacker secures a deep grip around the opponent's neck, typically from a dominant position such as side control or mount.
Arm control: The attacker controls the opponent's near-side arm, preventing them from defending against the choke.
Pressure application: The attacker applies pressure to the opponent's carotid artery by tightening their collar grip and using their bodyweight to compress the neck.
Benefits of the Darce choke in no-gi:
Effectiveness: The Darce choke is a highly effective submission hold due to its ability to quickly and forcefully cut off blood flow to the brain.
Versatility: The Darce can be set up from various positions, making it a valuable tool for no-gi grapplers.
Difficulty to defend: The Darce choke can be difficult to defend against, especially for opponents who are not familiar with the technique.
Here are some YouTube tutorials on how to perform the darce choke in no-gi BJJ:
Mounted D’arce Setup - ZombieProofBJJ (NoGi) by ZombieProofBJJ
The PERFECT Darce Choke with Ruotolo Brothers
Fix Your D’arce Choke - ZombieProofBJJ (NoGi) by ZombieProofBJJ
Side Control D’arce Choke - ZombieProofBJJ (NoGi) by ZombieProofBJJ
I hope you find these tutorials helpful!
