Single Leg Defense Hip Switch To High Leg Over
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 the hip switch single leg defense.
Single Leg Defense To Crotch Roll
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 the crotch roll single leg defense.
Single Leg Defense To Inside Trip
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 single leg defense with an inside trip.
Single Leg Defense To Tilt Roll
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 single leg defense to the tilt roll.
High Crotch Defense Against Basic Takedown
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 basic high crotch defense.
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.
Blocking A Kick
A Muay Thai kick can be aimed towards the legs, body, or head of an opponent. Kicks can cause a lot of damage if the recipient does not know how to defend themselves from the kick. Defensive techniques against strikes should be taught and focused on just as much as…
Catch And Throw
Catching a kick is an alternative method to blocking a kick. After catching an opponent’s kick, there are numerous different techniques that can be used in order to counter the attack and take advantage of the opponent being balanced on one leg. In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono…
Cross Block
A cross block is a variation of the regular block technique. Some individuals may find it more suitable to their style and specific stance. Learning the cross block offers a fighter the ability to vary their counterattacks. By mixing up the defensive techniques, it prevents the opponent from accurately predicting…
Hand Sweep Left
The hand sweep is used to defend against an opponent’s push kick. The push kick is an extremely common weapon in Muay Thai. It is imperative that you have a good counter to it. In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian teaches how to counter a left push…
Hand Sweep Right
The hand sweep is used to defend against an opponent’s push kick. The push kick is an extremely common weapon in Muay Thai. It is imperative that you have a good counter to it. In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Muangfalek Kiatvichian teaches how to counter a right push…
Lean Back Defense
The lean back defense is an evasive technique that is used to avoid a high kick. Rather than blocking a kick with your leg, the lean back takes the target completely out of reach from the kick. This means zero damage is taken. It also creates an excellent opportunity to…
Catch Leg Footsweep
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Catch And Throw
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Cross Block
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Fake Kick Footsweep
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Hold Knee Block
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Lean Back Defense
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Leg Block
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Sweep, Step Back And Kick
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Turn Left Right
When learning the basic techniques of Muay Thai it is critical that you strive for perfection. Mastering the basics is like building the foundation for a home. Without solid basics everything else will fall apart. In this video, we take a look at some of the common mistakes we see…
Slipping Punches
The best boxers are often those that are hardest to hit. A boxer must not only be able to deliver punches, but also be able avoid getting hit. A good defense goes a long way in the sport of boxing. In this video, Boxing World Champion Yodsanan Sityodtong demonstrates how…
Drill Double Leg Takedown Defense
Double leg defense is essential for a successful wrestler. Defending a double leg takedown can occur multiple times throughout a wrestling match. Learning to use your hips to stop the forward momentum of the shot will improve your defense and allow for a better sprawl. For this video, 6x National…
Orono Wor Petchpun: Catch High Kick To Takedown
In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Orono Wor Petchpun teaches one of his favorite techniques. He begins by catching his opponent’s high kick. Once he has secured his opponent’s leg he transitions into a takedown. Learning to defend against an opponent’s attack and immediately launching a counterattack is a…