A Sneaky and Powerful RNC Attack

This is one of my favorite ways to set up the RNC (rear naked choke) because it’s so unexpected. Your opponent is anticipating and defending against the hooks, but you use that opportunity to sink in the choke deep and tap him out without ever taking his back.

In the video I reference my podcast where I’ve talked to many of the biggest names in BJJ. Search for The Strenuous Life Podcast on your favorite podcast provider or follow the links below:

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/strenuous-life-podcast-stephan-kesting-grapplearts/id320705565?mt=2

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/stephan-kesting/grapplearts-radio-podcast

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-993426357

Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I3qvbtkdb74xrpv6ozbzie2ca4e

Some favorites on Grapplearts: http://www.grapplearts.com/podcasts

Also here’s that video I shot about the steps for the RNC – it’s a bit dated but I still use a lot of this information! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=176SLdBhj_A