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Grappling hold

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A grappling hold, commonly referred to simply as a hold that in Japanese is referred to as katame-waza (固め技 "grappling technique"), is any specific grappling, wrestling, judo, or other martial art grip that is applied to an opponent. Grappling holds are used principally to control the opponent and to advance in points or positioning. The holds may be categorized by their function, such as clinching, pinning, or submission, while others can be classified by their anatomical effect: chokehold, headlock, joint-lock, or compression lock. Multiple categories may be appropriate for some of these holds.

Grappling hold
Two wrestlers clinching

Clinch hold

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Main article: Clinch fighting

A clinch hold (also known as a clinching hold) is a grappling hold that is used in clinch fighting with the purpose of controlling the opponent. In wrestling it is referred to as the tie-up. The use of a clinch hold results in the clinch. Clinch holds can be used to close in on the opponent, as a precursor to a takedown or throw, or to prevent the opponent from moving away or striking effectively. Typical clinch holds include:

Pinning hold

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See also: Pin (amateur wrestling)
 
Two soldiers in a "crude north–south position"

A pinning hold (also known as a hold down and in Japanese as osaekomi-waza, 抑え込み技, "pinning technique") is a general grappling hold used in ground fighting that is aimed to subdue by exerting superior control over an opponent and pinning the opponent to the ground. Pinning holds where both of the opponent's shoulders touch the ground are considered winning conditions in several combat sports.

An effective pinning hold is a winning condition in many styles of wrestling, and is known as simply a "pin". Pinning holds maintained for 20 seconds are also a winning condition in judo. Pinning holds are also used in submission wrestling and mixed martial arts, even though the pinning hold itself is not a winning condition. The holds can be used to rest while the opponent tries to escape, to control the opponent while striking, a tactic known as ground and pound, or to control an opponent from striking by pinning them to the ground, also known as lay and pray.

Submission hold

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An armbar submission hold.

In combat sports a submission hold (colloquially referred to as a "submission") is a grappling hold that is applied with the purpose of forcing an opponent to submit out of either extreme pain or fear of injury. Submission holds are used primarily in ground fighting and can be separated into constrictions (chokeholds, compression locks, suffocation locks) and manipulations (joint locks, leverages, pain compliance holds). When used, these techniques may cause dislocation, torn ligaments, bone fractures, unconsciousness, or even death.

Common combat sports featuring submission holds are:

List of grappling holds

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The same hold may be called by different names in different arts or countries. Some of the more common names for grappling holds in contemporary English include:

Joint locks

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Further information: Joint lock

Joint lock: Any stabilization of one or more joints at their normal extreme range of motion

Armlocks

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Further information: Armlock

Armlock: A general term for joint locks at the elbow or shoulder

Leglock

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Further information: Leglock

Leglock: A general term for joint locks at the hip, knee, or ankle

Chokeholds and strangles

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Main article: Chokehold

Clinch holds

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Further information: Clinch holds

Compression locks

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Further information: Compression lock

Pain compliance

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Further information: Pain compliance
  • Chin lock: An arm hold on the chin that hurts the chin.
 
Bas-relief of a headlock at the Bayon temple (12th/13th century). A Khmer soldier puts a Cham soldier in a headlock.

Pinning hold

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Further information: Pinning hold
  • Cradle: Compress opponent in a sit-up position to pin shoulders from side mount
  • Staple: Using the opponent's clothing to help pin them against a surface

Other grappling holds

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  • Grapevine: Twisting limbs around limbs in a manner similar to a plant vine
  • Harness: A hold that encircles the torso of an opponent, sometimes diagonally
  • Headlock: Circling the opponent's head with an arm, especially from the side; also called a rear Chancery
  • Hooks: Wrapping the arm or leg around an opponent's limb(s) for greater control
  • Leg scissors: Causes compressive asphyxia by pressing the chest or abdomen
  • Scissor: Places the opponent between the athlete's legs (like paper to be cut by scissors)
  • Stack: Compresses the opponent in a vertical sit-up position (feet up) to pin their shoulders to mat

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "VIDEO - This Fighter Just Pulled Off a Boston Crab Submission in MMA - BJPenn.com". bjpenn.com. 30 September 2017.
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and Technique by Renzo Gracie and Royler Gracie (2001). ISBN 1-931229-08-2
  • Championship Wrestling, Revised Edition. (Annapolis MD: United States Naval Institute, 1950).
  • No Holds Barred Fighting: The Ultimate Guide to Submission Wrestling by Mark Hatmaker with Doug Werner. ISBN 1-884654-17-7
  • Small-Circle Jujitsu by Wally Jay. (Burbank CA: Ohara Publications, 1989).
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