Holding techniques are divided into basic techniques – which are taught in most styles of Aikido and were numbered by Kisshomaru Ueshiba (Ikkyo to Gokyo) – and special techniques.
Basic techniques
Ikkyo
Arm-stretching grip
Nikkyo
Arm/wrist rotation handle
Sankyo
Hand-operated handle
Yonkyo
Arm press grip
Gonkyo
Wrench handle
Special techniques
Ude Garami
A variation of Nikkyo
Hiji Osae
A variation of Ikkyo
Depending on the school, other specialised techniques and variations are taught.