The Basics

Gumption Crash Choke

In this video you’re going to learn how to play a Gumption Crash Choke. There are 6 parts to a Gumption Crash Choke.

The breakdown:

  1. Gumption
  2. Prep
  3. Contact
  4. Crash
  5. Choke
  6. Push Out

Important information:

  • The prep, angles, contact, etc are all the same for a choke as they are a crash
  • Choke position should be symmetrical
  • Use as much surface area of your body to cut off the sound
  • When you push back out to set after the choke, make sure it’s strong, fast, and has some oomph