Collar-and-elbow position

A collar-and-elbow hold is a stand-up grappling position where both combatants have a collar tie, and hold the opponent's other arm at the elbow. Generally the opening move in professional wrestling, the collar-and-elbow is generally a neutral position, but by pushing the hand on the elbow to the inside of the opponent's arms, and holding the biceps, more control can be obtained. From here it will be easier to strike or to attempt takedowns, while defending against the opponent's techniques.

Collar-and-elbow
Collar and elbow hold, as demonstrated by Maybach Beta (left, in red) and Holden Albright
Classification	Clinch hold
Style	Wrestling

See also

• Bear hug
• Double collar tie
• Double underhooks
• Pinch grip tie
• Over-under position

External links

• John Danaher and Renzo Gracie, Two Approaches to Fighting in the Clinch