Release From Side Choke

Step 1 — Stance Stay balanced with your feet shoulder‑width apart. Turn slightly toward the attacker so you can react quickly.

Step 2 — C‑Grip to Release the Choke Use your thumb and fingers in a “C” shape to grab the attacker’s wrist or hand. Pull the choking hand down and away from your neck. Use your whole body, not just your arm, to break the pressure.

Step 3 — Drop to a Lower Stance Bend your knees and lower your centre of gravity. This gives you more power and makes it harder for the attacker to control your neck.

Step 4 — Reverse Palm Groin Strike (Training‑Safe Targeting) With your free hand, deliver a reverse palm strike toward the attacker’s inner thigh or lower abdomen in training. This simulates the real‑world groin strike safely and disrupts their balance.

Step 5 — Elbow Strike (Same Hand) Immediately follow with an elbow strike using the same hand that delivered the reverse palm. Aim for the attacker’s upper chest or shoulder in training. This keeps the movement tight, fast, and controlled.

Step 6 — Step Forward Step forward with your furthest foot  and gain a stronger angle. This positions you for the final strike and prevents the attacker from regaining control.

Step 7 — Knee Strike (Training‑Safe Targeting) Deliver a strong knee strike to the attacker’s thigh or hip in training. This helps you disengage and create space.

Step 8 — Exit & Reset Step back or angle off to a safe position. Hands up, eyes forward, ready to move or disengage and scan.