SC1.0 Front Forearm Choke:

Any forward choke should be used as a means to set up a throw. Yes, you can throw an attacker by the head and neck. A good secondary technique is Osoto-gari. This is especially true if the opponent raises on his/her toes to minimize the pressure. If possible, turn his/her shoulders and get them on one leg, then reap that leg. Follow them to the ground if possible and continue the choke. Be sure to land on top of the opponent, and direct the back of their head, so it takes the impact first. 

Warning: Never practice this without a trained AOKK instructor present.

Execution:

• Drive the forearm into Uke’s throat.
• Reach around Uke’s neck with the other arm.
• Tie off both arms to the other arm and maintain pressure.
• Knee strikes to Uke’s thighs and groin are a good distraction and will keep his/her hands busy until they go to sleep.

Note: The opponent can also be thrown while they’re contending with the choke.                      

Warning: A good defense in the early stages of the application is a simple head butt, so be aware of this when applying this technique.

Warning: When applying a choke from the front you are vulnerable. Remember while your hands are tied up, the opponent’s are not.  You must use your knees and feet to strike the adversary when attempting this choke.

Counter: 

First clear your airway. Determine which weapons are free. Head-butt, eye-gouge, double ear-slap, punch to solar-plexus, knee to the groin, rake the shins, thumb strikes under the armpits, and kick. Do not let the attacker break your balance.