Ezekiel chokes have developed a reputation as an ineffective “white belt” BJJ technique that people only use when they want to bully their way into someone’s throat space rather than relying on pure technique. But when done right, this submission can be a legitimate jiu-jitsu submission, and you can submit more than just the brand new students with it.
In this video, ZombieProof BJJ’s Kent Peters demonstrates some changes that can make your no-gi Ezekiel chokes a bit more technical and a bit less forceful. Take a look at the details he demonstrates here, and try them out the next time you train!
