Drill 1 of 5
Muay Thai Clinch Basics
Learn basic clinch posture and control.
How to practice
- Learn the fundamental clinch positions: double collar tie, single collar tie, and over-under.
- Grip fight for the inside: both hands fight for the inside position on their arms and neck.
- Practice the clinch posture - chest to chest, hips close, head under theirs.
- Add movement: turn them with the collar tie, pull them off balance, and walk them back.
- Finish with pummeling rounds where no strikes are allowed - position only, 3 rounds of 2 minutes.
Coaching cues
Stay balancedKeep guard/position safeMove with purposeReset cleanly
Common mistakes
- Rushing the drill
- Poor posture or guard
- No reset after the action
Video references
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