Defense Techniques: Grappling and Escapes
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What is the first step to take when attempting to escape from a headlock?

  • Yell loudly to distract the subject
  • Establish an airway and a wide stance (correct)
  • Attempt to push the subject away with your hands
  • Perform a striking technique immediately

Which physical position should you adopt to protect your face when in a headlock?

  • Lower your chin to your chest
  • Turn your face into the subject's torso (correct)
  • Tilt your head back to avoid strikes
  • Turn your face away from the subject

When escaping from a front headlock, which action is necessary to begin the maneuver?

  • Turn around and run away
  • Quickly step around the subject's lead leg (correct)
  • Use both hands to shove the subject back
  • Pull the subject's hair to control their head

What is an important feature of the stance you should use when attempting to escape a side headlock?

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What is the primary goal when performing the escape from a front football tackle?

<p>To drive your hips forward and shoot your legs backward (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the subject attempts to strike you with their non-choking arm during a headlock?

<p>Secure their striking arm by grabbing their forearm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area is considered the best target for a headbutt?

<p>The soft tissue of the subject’s face or head (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique can be applied to destabilize the subject during a front headlock escape?

<p>Driving shoulder and head pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When applying a foot stomp technique, how should the weight be managed?

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What should be done throughout the application of headlock escape techniques?

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What should be used during the application of all diversion techniques?

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In the event of a front football tackle, what should your initial reaction be?

<p>Drive the subject to the ground instead of being taken down (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In executing the shin scrape, what motion is performed with the foot?

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What is the first step in applying a headbutt technique?

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What is the function of the foot stomp technique?

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What body part is primarily involved in delivering a foot stomp?

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What is the primary purpose of escaping from a front chokehold?

<p>To break away from the subject grabbing the throat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key step in defending against a front chokehold?

<p>Tuck your chin and shrug your shoulders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these techniques is considered a diversion when escaping an upright grappling hold?

<p>Headbutt (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are caught in a rear chokehold?

<p>Disengage and escape quickly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In executing the escape from a front chokehold, what actions might you follow up with after breaking the hold?

<p>Executing further defense moves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods can be used to escape from various body holds?

<p>Pressure to the jugular notch (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor is important to consider when choosing a diversion technique during an escape?

<p>Subject and officer factors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome if an escape from a rear chokehold is not performed promptly?

<p>Possible serious injury or unconsciousness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do first when escaping from a rear body hold?

<p>Trap hands and lower your center of gravity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action helps to protect your airway during a chokehold escape?

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Which technique should be applied when escaping from a front body hold under the arms?

<p>Hip check (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of a surprise attack resulting in a body hold?

<p>Difficulty breathing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a chokehold escape, how should you create space to free yourself?

<p>Windmill your raised arm downward (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of commands should you use while applying escape techniques?

<p>Loud, clear verbal commands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is suggested for breaking a grip in a rear body hold?

<p>Striking techniques or finger peel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should follow after performing a successful escape from a hold?

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Flashcards

Escape from Front Headlock

Technique to break free from a front headlock by driving hips forward, moving legs backward, and using body weight on the opponent's back to initiate an escape.

Escape from Front Football Tackle

Technique to escape from a front football tackle.

Diversion Techniques

Techniques to inflict pain/distract, gain space in close-quarters holds.

Headbutt Target Area

Soft tissues of the subject's face or head are the best targets for a headbutt.

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Foot Stomp

A technique to disrupt an attacker using the heel of one foot against the opponent's foot, effectively from front/rear close quarters.

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Shin Scrape Application

Body weight transfer to one leg, lift the other, bend knee, and deliver a downward scraping thrust along the opponent’s shin for body hold escape.

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Verbal Commands

Use clear vocal commands throughout the application of all techniques.

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Appropriate Position

The proper physical stance required for all techniques to function safely and effectively.

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Upright Grappling Escape

Methods of breaking free from a grappling hold in a standing position.

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Front Chokehold Escape

A technique for breaking free from a chokehold applied from the front.

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Rear Chokehold Escape

Responding to a surprise chokehold from behind.

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Body Hold Escape (Front)

Techniques for breaking free from a body hold applied around your arms, in front.

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Body Hold Escape (Rear)

Techniques for breaking free from a body hold around your arms, from behind.

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Headlock Escape

Techniques for breaking free from a headlock.

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Front Football Tackle Escape

Methods of breaking free from a front football tackle.

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Diversion Techniques

Actions to distract or disrupt an attacker, creating escape opportunities.

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Headlock Escape - Airway

Turning your face into the attacker's torso to protect your face and establish breathing space.

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Side Headlock Escape - Strikes

Use striking techniques or pressure points to distract or create an opening.

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Side Headlock Escape - Blocking Attacking Arm

If attacker tries to strike, grab and secure their striking arm.

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Side Headlock Escape - Rear Takedown

Execute a takedown to gain ground, and escape the headlock.

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Front Headlock Escape - Verbal Commands

Use clear and loud commands when executing escape techniques.

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Front Headlock Escape - Body Positioning

Bring your arm over the attacker's shoulder and use your leg to displace them.

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Front Football Tackle - Grounding Opponent

Don't let yourself go to ground - instead, drive the opponent to the ground.

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General Headlock Escape - Wide Stance

Having a wide stance is key to balance and leverage during escapes.

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Rear Chokehold Escape

A technique to escape a chokehold applied from behind; focuses on trapping hands and lowering the center of gravity, and using striking techniques or finger peels to break their grip.

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Front Body Hold Escape

Escaping a hold where an attacker grips you around your arms in front. Includes creating space, using strikes and pressure points to disrupt the hold and escape.

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Headlock Escape

Techniques to break free from an attacker grabbing your head and keeping hold of your head and upper body with grip from the front.

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Rear Body Hold Escape

Escaping a hold behind you, prioritizing immediate escape from an attack that can seriously limit your breathing.

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Verbal Commands

Loud, clear statements used during defense techniques, particularly helpful in self-defense applications.

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Chokehold

Strangulation technique used to subdue and control another person.

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Body Hold Techniques

Defense strategies to escape any type of hold, including front and rear body holds that restrict movement, breathing or blood flow.

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Lower Center of Gravity

Positioning the body to reduce the potential for balance disruption and fall during a self defense situation.

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Study Notes

Defensive Tactics Techniques - Upright Grappling and Body Hold Escapes

  • Lesson Goal: Demonstrate proper upright grappling and body hold escape techniques.
  • Grappling: The use of body mechanics to leverage or control another person.
  • Priority: Preventing and breaking free from any sudden attack during grappling.
  • Escape Techniques (HL4310.1):
    • Escape from front chokehold
    • Escape from rear chokehold
    • Escape from front body hold (over/under arms)
    • Escape from rear body hold (over/under arms)
    • Escape from headlock
    • Escape from front football tackle
    • Diversions (headbutt, foot stomp, shin scrape)

Defending and Escaping from a Front Chokehold

  • Purpose: Break free from a subject grabbing you around the throat from the front.
  • Procedure:
    • Use loud, clear verbal commands.
    • Tuck chin and shrug shoulders.
    • Step back with right leg, raise left arm to swing over subject's arm to break the hold (windmill).
    • Follow up with appropriate actions.
    • Other escapes include pressure to the jugular notch and evasive movements.

Defending and Escaping from a Rear Chokehold

  • Purpose: Escape a surprise attack or struggle with a combative subject. Escape is crucial for preventing serious injury or unconsciousness.
  • Procedure:
    • Use loud, clear verbal commands.
    • Tuck chin and shrug shoulders.
    • Lower center of gravity and raise choking side arm.
    • Protect airway with other hand.
    • Create space between hips and subject.
    • Windmill raised arm, turning into the subject, and grab upper back to release choke.
    • Follow up with appropriate actions.

Escape from Front Body Hold (Over/Under Arms)

  • Purpose: Escape a surprise attack using hands, feet, and legs to perform diversion techniques.
    • Procedure:
      • Lower center of gravity.
      • Perform striking techniques or pressure points to appropriate target areas.
      • Follow up with appropriate actions.
      • For escaping over the arms, create distance by placing palms on hips (hip check)
      • For escaping under the arms, push head away and follow up with appropriate actions.

Escape from Rear Body Hold (Over/Under Arms)

  • Purpose: Escape a surprise attack prioritizing breathing and prevention of serious injury.
  • Procedure:
    • Use loud, clear commands.
    • Trap hands, lower center of gravity.
    • Perform striking techniques or finger peel to break subject's grip. Follow up with appropriate actions.

Escape from Headlock

  • Purpose: Crucial to escape a surprise attack or struggle, avoiding serious injury.
  • Procedure:
    • Turn head into subject's torso for airway protection and face protection.
    • Use strikes and diversion techniques.
    • Maintain a wide stance for balance.

Escape from Side Headlock

  • Purpose: Escape to prevent injury during a surprise attack.
  • Procedure:
    • Establish an airway and a wide stance.
    • Perform striking techniques to appropriate target areas.
    • If subject tries to attack with non-choking arm, secure the striking arm by grabbing their forearm.
    • Perform a rear takedown. Follow up with appropriate actions.

Escape from Front Headlock

  • Purpose: Escape from an attack or struggle, while placing the subject off balance.
  • Procedure:
    • Establish an airway and wide stance.
    • Perform striking techniques to appropriate areas.
    • Bring right arm over subject's left shoulder, maintaining downward pressure.
    • Quickly step around subject's lead leg using the leg to create imbalance.
    • Use shoulder and head pressure to move subject.
    • As subject falls, maintain contact guiding them to the ground, leading to side control.

Escape From Front Football Tackle

  • Purpose: Avoid being taken to the ground during an attack leading to a struggle; instead, drive the subject to the ground.
  • Procedure:
    • Raise arms in ready position.
    • Stop subject's forward motion by driving hips forward, shooting legs backward and putting weight on subject's back. Follow up with appropriate action.

Diversions (Headbutt, Foot Stomp, Shin Scrape)

  • Purpose: Inflict pain, divert subject's attention, and gain space in close quarters.
  • Headbutt: Target soft tissue of face/head.
  • Foot Stomp: Thrust heel to subject's foot.
  • Shin Scrape: Apply downward pressure on subject's shin using one leg.

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This quiz covers essential techniques for escaping from various grappling holds, including chokeholds and body grips. Learn to effectively defend yourself by mastering these critical movements and strategies for maintaining control during an attack.

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