Head and Arm Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Kata Gatame by Luke Martin

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Unlock the full potential of one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s most effective submissions with Head and Arm Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Kata Gatame by Luke Martin.

This in-depth instructional series takes you on a comprehensive journey through the head and arm choke, revealing the nuances and high-percentage techniques that make this submission a game-changer on the mat.
Luke Martin breaks down every critical detail — from setup and control to finishing mechanics and transitions — helping practitioners of all levels sharpen their skills and boost their submission arsenal.
Whether you’re a competitor looking to add a reliable finish or a hobbyist aiming to improve your grappling IQ, this series delivers clear, actionable instruction that will elevate your Kata Gatame mastery to the next level.

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Volume 1

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Intro	0
Intro to the Head & Arm and Mount Finishes - Intro to Kata Gatame/Head & Arm Choke	0:50
Mounted Head & Arm Choke (Reverse Anaconda)	3:19
How to Pass the Elbow	9:00
Dealing with Elbow Slip - Head and Arm	11:53
Dealing with Elbow Circle Toward the Crossface	14:09
Dealing with a Thumb Post	16:29
Dealing with High Elbow Toward Top of Head/Mat	18:21
Strangle Mechanics - Front Head and Arm	22:08
Dealing with a Turnover, Switch to Side Naked (Reverse Darce)	26:04
Reverse Side Naked	29:07
Reverse Darce	31:16
When/How to Dismount	37:25
Dealing with Being Caught in Half as you Dismount	41:02
Stopping a Turnout Escape	44:24
Dealing with a Turnout, Switch to Reverse Darce	46:55 - (49:37)

Volume 2

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Guard, Side Control, and Half Guard Finishes - Reverse Darce Closed Guard	0
Pinch Headlock to Reverse Darce	3:52
Strangle Mechanics - Darce from Side Control	6:01
Makhachev Finish	12:07
Darce vs Underhook - Side Control	14:31
Darce vs Single leg wrestle up - Side Control	20:00
Darce vs Underhook - Half Guard	22:40
Darce vs No Underhook - Half Guard	25:04
Standard Head and Arm Front Kata Gatame	27:05
Reverse Darce vs Turn In	30:43 - (33:00)

Volume 3

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Front Headlock - Schultz Choke	0
Olympic Roll	6:30
Anaconda	8:56
Dealing with Turn Back to Knees - Reboot Front Headlock	15:05
Dealing with Elbow Slip	16:23
Dealing with a Heavy Bridge Toward Elbow	19:34
Seated Kata Gatame Front Headlock	20:38
Closed Guard vs Shin Guard	27:23
Dealing with a Shoulder Slip	29:07
Take the Back Against Shoulder Slip	31:55
Dealing with Turn Back to Knees - Seated Kata Gatame	33:48
Darce - Breakdown using ¾ Nelson	35:12
Sit Through Darce if you Can't Break them Down	39:35
Japanese Neck Tie	42:42 - (47:00)

Volume 4

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Back Position - Reverse Darce from the Back	0
High Ball Underhook Side Down Against Turnout	3:42
Reverse Anaconda from the Back	5:46
Dealing with a Strong Lat Row Counter	8:25
Outro	9:36 - (10:41)

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What will You Learn?

Unlock the full potential of one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s most effective submissions with Head and Arm Mastery: Unleashing the Power of Kata Gatame by Luke Martin. This in-depth instructional series takes you on a comprehensive journey through the head and arm choke, revealing the nuances and high-percentage techniques that make this submission a game-changer on the mat.

Luke Martin breaks down every critical detail — from setup and control to finishing mechanics and transitions — helping practitioners of all levels sharpen their skills and boost their submission arsenal. Whether you’re a competitor looking to add a reliable finish or a hobbyist aiming to improve your grappling IQ, this series delivers clear, actionable instruction that will elevate your Kata Gatame mastery to the next level.

Get ready to dominate your opponents with confidence as you master the art and science behind the head and arm choke.

Bullet Points:

Comprehensive Breakdown: Detailed step-by-step instruction on the setup, control, and finish of the head and arm choke (Kata Gatame).
High-Percentage Submission: Focuses on one of the most reliable and effective submissions in BJJ, perfect for both gi and no-gi practitioners.
Transitions & Counters: Learn smooth transitions to and from Kata Gatame, plus how to counter common escapes.
Suitable for All Levels: Clear and precise techniques designed for beginners, intermediates, and advanced grapplers.
Instructor Expertise: Taught by Luke Martin, a respected BJJ black belt known for his technical depth and teaching clarity.
Enhanced Grappling Strategy: Develop control, pressure, and timing to increase your submission success rate.
Bonus Tips: Includes situational strategies for tournament and self-defense scenarios.

What Exactly Do You Get?

Part 1

Intro
Intro to the Head & Arm and Mount Finishes - Intro to Kata Gatame/Head & Arm Choke
Mounted Head & Arm Choke (Reverse Anaconda)
How to Pass the Elbow
Dealing with Elbow Slip - Head and Arm
Dealing with Elbow Circle Toward the Crossface
Dealing with a Thumb Post
Dealing with High Elbow Toward Top of Head/Mat
Strangle Mechanics - Front Head and Arm
Dealing with a Turnover, Switch to Side Naked (Reverse Darce)
Reverse Side Naked
Reverse Darce
When/How to Dismount
Dealing with Being Caught in Half as you Dismount
Stopping a Turnout Escape
Dealing with a Turnout, Switch to Reverse Darce

Part 2

Guard, Side Control, and Half Guard Finishes - Reverse Darce Closed Guard
Pinch Headlock to Reverse Darce
Strangle Mechanics - Darce from Side Control
Makhachev Finish
Darce vs Underhook - Side Control
Darce vs Single leg wrestle up - Side Control
Darce vs Underhook - Half Guard
Darce vs No Underhook - Half Guard
Standard Head and Arm Front Kata Gatame
Reverse Darce vs Turn In

Part 3

Front Headlock - Schultz Choke
Olympic Roll
Anaconda
Dealing with Turn Back to Knees - Reboot Front Headlock
Dealing with Elbow Slip
Dealing with a Heavy Bridge Toward Elbow
Seated Kata Gatame Front Headlock
Closed Guard vs Shin Guard
Dealing with a Shoulder Slip
Take the Back Against Shoulder Slip
Dealing with Turn Back to Knees - Seated Kata Gatame
Darce - Breakdown using ¾ Nelson
Sit Through Darce if you Can't Break them Down
Japanese Neck Tie

Part 4

Back Position - Reverse Darce from the Back
High Ball Underhook Side Down Against Turnout
Reverse Anaconda from the Back
Dealing with a Strong Lat Row Counter
Outro

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