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Head lock defence

Edition 1167, May 31, 2007

Readers should note that this workshop is designed for members already trained in MSD, or those under supervision of a qualified MSD instructor. For more details on the Military Unarmed Combat Cell ASAH ALTC, phone (02) 6055 4716 or visit http://intranet.defence.gov.au/armyweb/sites/CQF_MSD/


Soldier caught in head lock.

Soldier maintains combat mindset, pulls on aggressor’s wrist and tries to break free.

Soldier strikes at aggressor’s groin to break the hold.

Aggressor loosens hold. Soldier breaks free and locks aggressor’s arm.

Maintaining arm lock and controlling aggressor’s head, soldier prepares ...

... for a knee strike to aggressor’s head.