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Grappling is a fighting technique based on throws, trips, sweeps, clinch fighting, ground fighting and submission holds. [1]Grappling contests often involve takedowns and ground control, and may end when a contestant concedes defeat.
Submission wrestling, also known as submission grappling, submission fighting, or simply grappling, is a martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting and submission techniques. It is a hybrid discipline that incorporates elements of various martial arts such as various wrestling styles , judo , and Brazilian jiu-jitsu .
Grappling techniques [ edit ] The clinch is a powerful tool for grapplers to advance into a dominant position in ground fighting , or is used for scoring points or winning a match such as a grand amplitude throw in amateur wrestling or an ippon in judo.
Punching distance: The punching distance is the zone where punches can be thrown, and this is the distance from the furthest jab to the closest hook, as long as no grappling is taking place. In addition to punches, this distance often also allows for elbows and knees , though using them requires closing in to the clinching distance.
Various grappling techniques aim to unbalance or throw the opponent. To engage in grappling, at least one grip (tjenbé), one throwing technique, and one immobilization technique are necessary. Two major grappling strategies are distinguished: Lité an fòs: grappling with force, where the danmyétè uses their own strength to thwart the opponent.
Wrestling is a martial art and combat sport that involves grappling with an opponent and striving to obtain a position of advantage through different throws or techniques, within a given ruleset. Wrestling involves different grappling-type techniques, such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins, and other grappling holds.
Hybrid martial arts are systems that blend techniques and philosophies from multiple traditional martial arts, creating comprehensive and adaptable methods for self-defense, sport, and combat. These arts typically integrate striking, grappling, and weapons training, allowing practitioners to handle various combat scenarios effectively.
Ringen is the German language term for grappling ().In the context of the German school of historical European martial arts during the Late Middle Ages and the German Renaissance, Ringen refers to unarmed combat in general, including grappling techniques used as part of swordsmanship.