# What is a cross collar choke?

The cross collar choke (or cross choke) is the classic gi submission from mount. You grip deep in both collars with your hands crossed - one hand palm up, one palm down - and squeeze your elbows together while pulling their head toward you. The collar material cuts into both sides of their neck. Thi...

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