[Cntr-11.0] Countering the Guillotine Choke Var.1(Tani-otoshi)

Counter to Guillotine Choke: The guillotine is most easily applied during a single leg takedown (Kuchici-taoishi). First always keep your head up and face centered when executing a double leg (Morote-gari) or single leg takedown.  Do not look down or place your head to the side. You may take a shot to the face, but that is better than getting choked-out.

Execution:

• When you feel the opponent’s arm wrapping around your neck, turn your face to the sky and arch your back.
•  Execute a duck-under.

Follow-up Technique:

• Pull your head free by pulling sown on the attacker’s forearm. 
• Execute a Tani-otoshi throw (Valley Drop).