No-gi Beginner
Snap-down to front headlock to spin-behind: the wrestling go-behind that turns a defended choke into the back.
Takedowns
Snap Down
Snapping the opponent's head down from a collar tie to reach the front headlock or a go-behind.
Also called snapdown, snap down to front headlock, head snap.
Where it shows up
Related techniques
Shorts
YouTube videos
No-gi Intermediate
Arm drag grips and a partner drill that alternates drags as the opponent pushes apart, plus intercepting a reaching arm with a snap. Builds the feel for standing drags in no-gi.
Jiu Jitsu needs this! Wrestling insights from the front headlock
Less Impressed More Involved BJJ YouTube
Wrestling insights for BJJ players on the front headlock: snap-downs, the chin strap and why most jiu-jitsu front headlocks are too loose.
Gi & no-gi Intermediate
A complete front headlock system covering entries from the snap-down and sprawl through to the attacking choices.