When we talk about chokes we need to overcome our initial fear of the attack and remember what we have learned.  For me Aikido is about remaining in control even when it seems like you are not and this is very important when dealing with chokes.  

When looking at this specific choke, which is with one arm, you want to focus on weakest point.  Which in this case is the hand/wrist, as it is farthest from the body.  As the hand/wrist comes closer to the attackers body it becomes stronger and requires more strength to manipulate.  Below are some videos that show this from a static perspective.  We had some challenges so forgive the quality.

The month of April we are going to be looking at a choke and it's impact on your ability to perform arts.

Definition
Kubishime
Kubishime Arts are the result of neck lock or choke from Uke. 
Breakdown
Kubi - Neck 
Shime - Lock or choke
Pronunciation
ku-bee-she-mae

Sorry about not updating, March was a crazy month for work and home life balance.  Last month we worked on creating continuous movement through the concepts of Henka-waza and Kaeshi-waza.  Keeping our movements dynamic and trying not to get into a static position that will require us to pit strength against strength.

Definition
Henka-waza
Henka-waza Arts start with one intent but vary to another based on the reaction of the Uke. 

Breakdown
Henka - Variation 
Waza - Technique or method

Pronunciation
Hen-kah-waa-zah

Definition
Kaeshi-waza
Kaeshi-waza Arts are reversal or escaping techniques that Nage applies when Uke is performing the Art. 

Breakdown
Kaeshi - Both 
Waza - Technique or method

Pronunciation
Ki-ee-she-waa-zah