In the clinch, basics part 1: Methods of controlling the opponent and your options. Using holds on inside, outside, locks, knees, elbows, adhesion concepts, smashes, hooks, strikes, and more as a foundation.

Controlling their center via the center lock: Also called a 90 (degree) lock or S lock, etc. We show four variations using wrist, fingers, forearm and elbow (up, down, and counter-twist).

Controlling the body via head & neck control, using adherence principals via the hand, forearm, ridge hand, wrist, elbow, bicep & tricep areas to retain overall control and position. More options than simply saying, “Where the head goes the body will follow”, but retaining control and a defensive wall as well.

Using your wrist and tendons to control against and prevent locks on your hand, wrist, forearm, elbow and overall arm. This is a general concept and an attempt to outline/explain the methods used.

Part 2: How to do a rear naked choke, tips and ideas to practice. Position, bracing, adhering, form, shoulder roll, etc.

Part 1: How to do a rear naked choke, tips and ideas to practice. Position, bracing, adhering, form, shoulder roll, etc.