Things You'll Need:
- Gloves
- Padding
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Step 1
Face your partner standing approximately 3 feet from each other with legs comfortably apart. It is a good idea to wear boxing gloves and work on a gymnastic mat when practicing this move.
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Step 2
Wrap your hands around the back of your partner's placing one hand over the other at the back of their neck. Your fingers are not interlocked but your thumbs are.
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Step 3
Squeeze your elbows together to increase the pressure on your opponent's neck. This is the Thai clinch.
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Step 4
Move your legs forward as you clinch the neck to gain better control over your partner's movement and range of motion. Remember to keep your knees slightly bent and your weight on your back foot.
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Step 5
Pull your opponent's head downwards towards your chest. Your partner, without being physically hurt, remains in this position until released.
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Step 6
Bring your right knee up to meet the groin area of your opponent. When performing the move with force, you actually connect with your opponent.
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Step 7
Repeat Step 6 using alternate knees in rapid succession to subdue a real attacker. Use padding when practicing this move in the gym.
