Jujutsu kata

[Shidoshi]

The nightmare choke is an excellent example of itami jime (pain choke).  It can be used for a variety of purposes.  It may be used to gain pain compliance, illustrate dominance to your opponent, or used as a transitionary technique to another control technique, submission or break.  Be careful when training, however, as damage to the neck can occur and air flow is diminished greatly.  Remember to take care of your training partner.

The triangle choke and straight arm bar are principles you have seen before in this kata.  This should emphasize just how important they are.  They are also shown a little differently than you have seen before which attests to their versatility.  Remember, this kata is designed to flow from one basic principle to the next.  Most of the principles located from the kata can be applied from many different positions and scenarios.  Play around with them to see how many henka (variations) you are able to come up with.

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