A structured no-gi choke system where north south sits alongside darce, anaconda, and guillotine options.
The Bottom Line
You will learn north south as part of a wider choke framework. You will not get a pinning system or gi collars. You will link failed attempts into better finishes.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: System builders
Skip if: Only want NS
Tech focus: North South Choke, Darce To Ns, Guillotine
Biggest takeaway: Link failures into NS
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What You'll Learn
Giles teaches a full choke curriculum and dedicates a specific module to north south, including set-ups when darce fails and common finishing errors. The structure is clean, concept-heavy, and supported by numerous drilling cues.
Great if you want north south to sit inside a broader no-gi choke system rather than as a single-technique deep dive.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- North South Choke
- Darce To Ns
- Guillotine
- Anaconda
- Linking Chokes
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual, Drill Heavy
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 5 hours and 6 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I like this for athletes who want redundancy across choke chains, with north south as a reliable branch.
Why Lachlan Giles?
Lachlan Giles is an ADCC absolute bronze medalist and respected coach known for clear, structured teaching and systematic approaches.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Frequently cited as the best all-around choke set with clear structure.
- North south module covers errors and finishing mechanics in detail.
- Approachable for white belts yet deep enough for advanced students.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some prefer more position-specific content instead of a system spanning all chokes.
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Smart Alternatives
- The Complete North South Choke by Marcelo Garcia – If you want a single-technique masterclass focused only on north south. (Price: $149.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View High Percentage Chokes: No Gi on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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