Mixed Martial Arts

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s half guard, you can work for submissions, ground and pound, or try to advance to a more dominant position. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos…

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 how to secure the crucifix from the turtle…

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.

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.

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, ONE FC superstar Bruno Pucci teaches a crucifix transition to back control.

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, Heath Sims teaches a crucifix choke from the turtle position.

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…

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 crucifix transition to the top turtle position.

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

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…

Takedowns are one of the most critical skill sets for MMA. By controlling the takedowns a fighter can effectively determine where the fight takes place. In this video, US Olympian and Head Coach of the Evolve Fight Team, Heath Sims, teaches an excellent takedown for MMA.

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.

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You must be able to move fluidly from strikes to submissions while maintaining a dominant position. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos teaches a high level finish for the…

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…

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.

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. From inside the opponent’s half guard, there are a number of highly effective submission attacks that can be used. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos teaches an arm triangle…

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…

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.

From the top position in MMA, the objective is to mix in ground and pound attacks with submissions. You must be able to move fluidly from strikes to submissions while maintaining a dominant position. In this video, UFC top contender Rafael dos Anjos teaches how to attack the back from…

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.

The top turtle position is a dominant position in MMA.  Once you have secured the turtle position, you can land powerful strikes and attack for submissions.  In this video, UFC Lightweight World Champion Rafael dos Anjos teaches a back attack from the turtle position.

In order to be a complete MMA fighter, you must be able to transition fluidly among striking, wrestling, and submission attacks.  On the ground, the objective is to secure a dominant position to land strikes and attack for submissions.  From the full mount, there are a wide range of attacks…