Restraining Techniques

Vaious types of restraints are used in jiu jitsu. These restraints use a variety of locking techniques and manipulation of body weight and balance to restrain an opponent without 'breaking' him.

Pinning - a set of standardised techniques for restraining an opponent by the use of locks and er... 'pain'
Holding - Judo style hold downs that are taught as part of jiu jitsu
Strangles - choking and strangling techniques that are used by jitsuka to render an opponent unconscious

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