Defense Against Bodylock
The bodylock is a constant battle for dominant position. Learning to adjust your lock and control the bodylock will improve your success in finishing a takedown. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates how to defend, adjust, and counter a tight bodylock position.
Defense Against Double Under Bodylock
The double underhook is a strong position to control and takedown your opponent. Learning to defend the double underhook position is vital for avoiding takedowns. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates the defense to a double under body lock.
High Crotch Defense Trap The Arm
While good offensive takedowns are the key to scoring points, developing strong takedown defense is equally important. Good takedown defense can often be transitioned into offensive attacks. In this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates a high crotch defense variation.