Shinya Aoki: Top Position Leg Lock

In this video, ONE FC World Champion Shinya Aoki demonstrates a leg lock submission from top position.

ONE FC Ben Askren Wrestling Throw

In this video, ONE FC World Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Ben Askren demonstrates a classic step over throw.

Side Control Trap The Arm

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches a control technique from the side control position.

Side Control – Elbow On Chest

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You can also work to advance your position. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches a side control technique for MMA.

Ground & Pound Against The Cage Controlling One Leg

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. When the opponent is against the cage there are cage specific techniques that can be used. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches…

5 Striking Set Ups To A Takedown

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines that has been proven effective in the sport of MMA.  A well rounded mixed martial artist must have a strong wrestling game, both offensive and defensive.  By controlling the wrestling of a fight, a fighter has complete control of where the fight will…

UFC Tyron Woodley Chain Wrestling Finish

In this video, UFC Superstar Tyron Woodley demonstrates details of a wrestling takedown combination.

3 Ways To Defend Against Strikes With A Takedown

ONE Superstar and BJJ World Champion Alex Silva from the EVOLVE Fight Team demonstrates 3 ways to defend against strikes with a takedown.

Front Choke

MMA submissions are largely derived from BJJ and no-gi grappling.  The front choke is a variation on the standard guillotine.  It is highly effective against an aggressive opponent that is working for takedowns.  In this video, ONE Championship World Champion Shinya Aoki teaches the front choke.

3 Takedown Defenses For MMA

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  A well rounded MMA fighter should be able to wrestle offensively and defensively.  Solid defense against wrestling takedowns is a critical skill for every fighter.  In this video, ONE superstar Mark Striegl teaches 3 of his favourite takedown defenses.

5 Submissions From Back Control

Back control is a dominant position from which a fight can be quickly finished.  If you are able to secure the back control position in MMA, it is critical that you attack for a fight ending submission.  In this video, ONE Lightweight World Champion Shinya Aoki teaches 5 of his…

Over And Under To Inside Trip

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  A well rounded fighter must be able to wrestle both offensively and defensively.  The superior wrestler will hold the advantage of determining where the fight takes place.  In this video, ONE Championship World Champion Ben Askren teaches one of his favourite…

Single Leg Defense Against The Cage

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  A well rounded MMA fighter should be able to wrestle offensively and defensively.  Solid defense against wrestling takedowns is a critical skill for every fighter.  In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion Rafael dos Anjos teaches single leg takedown defense against…

Double Jab Setup To Takedown

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  A well rounded MMA fighter should be able to wrestle offensively and defensively.  Mastery of a few basic wrestling takedowns will go a long way in MMA.  In this video, UFC top contender Tyron Woodley teaches one of his favourite setups…

Ground And Pound From Full Guard

Once you have secured the top position, you can begin working your ground and pound.  In MMA, you can do a lot of damage inside an opponent’s guard by utilising ground and pound techniques.  In this video, UFC top contender Tyron Woodley teaches ground and pound techniques from full guard.

Head Outside Single To Chain Wrestling Finish

In order to be successful in modern day MMA, the ability to wrestle both offensively and defensively is an absolute necessity.  The development of a strong wrestling base will pay great dividends in MMA.  A good wrestler will be able to link together multiple techniques to finish a takedown.  In…

Head Outside Single Leg Takedown To Ground And Pound

Takedowns play a critical role in MMA.  If your opponent holds the advantage in striking then you will need to utilise takedowns to neutralise his/her strengths.  There are also a lot of opportunities to transition from takedowns into submissions and ground and pound.  In this video, ONE Championship superstar Jake…

Head Outside Single Leg Takedown To Lift Finish

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  In order to succeed, you must be able to not only initiate takedowns, but also defend against your opponent’s takedown attempts.  In this video, Evolve Fight Team member and NCAA Division 1 wrestler Jake Butler teaches a single leg takedown.

Single Leg Counter Variation

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  In order to succeed, you must be able to not only initiate takedowns, but also defend against your opponent’s takedown attempts.  In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Ataides teaches defense against the single leg takedown.

Side Control Escape From Double Leg

Wrestling is one of the primary disciplines in MMA.  In order to succeed, you must be able to not only initiate takedowns, but also defend against your opponent’s takedown attempts.  In this video, BJJ World Champion Leandro Ataides teaches a defensive escape against the double leg takedown.