Gogoplata

The gogoplata is a rare but highly effective submission usingthat uses the shin or foot pressed against the opponent’s throat.throat to create a choke. From guard or rubber guard, it leverages flexibility and precise body control to createsecure athe chokechoke.

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It isrequires difficultcareful posture and limb positioning to defend against once properly secured.

In mounted variations, the gogoplata combines positional dominance with the choke itself, forcingprevent the opponent intofrom submissionescaping, whilemaking restrictingtiming, escapebody options. The rubber guard version allows the bottom player to isolate the opponent’s posturealignment, and maintain tight control, making the choke more efficient.

While less commonly seen in competition due to its flexibility demands, the gogoplata exemplifies modern BJJ’s creativity, blending body mechanics, grip control,control andcritical positionalfor strategy. Its use is particularly effective against opponents who overcommit to passing or posturing.success.