Top Position Chicken Wing
The top position is one of the most important positions in wrestling. The ability to control an opponent from the top and keep them on the ground can have a huge impact on the outcome of a competition. In this video, 6 time National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath…
Arm Drag From Wrist Control
The arm drag is a common move performed from many different positions. The arm drag is done very quickly before your opponent has an opportunity to defend. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates an arm drag from wrist control.
Underhook Position To Duck Under
The underhook position can be used to control your opponent and set up many different takedowns. Properly controlling an underhook will put your opponent on the defensive as well as set up multiple offensive takedown opportunities. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates how…
Outside Single Leg Basic Setup From Inside Tie
The outside single leg takedown is one of the most widely used takedowns in wrestling. Using the inside tie to control your opponent allows you to create movement and make him step toward your shot. Maintaining good position on a single leg will give you more options to finish the…
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.
Double Leg Basic Setup Elbow Pop
The double leg is a high percentage takedown. The double leg can be performed using many setups and finishes. It is very important to get deep penetration on your shot in order to counter your opponent’s defense and be in a good position to finish. Getting good penetration requires an…
Outside Single Leg Basic Setup From Outside Tie
The outside single leg takedown is one of the most widely used takedowns in wrestling. By controlling the inside tie up, your opponent will to want to improve their position. As your opponent pummels inside it creates an opportunity to attack using the single leg. For this video, 6x National…
Bodylock From Over And Under Position
The over and under position is a neutral position. Increase control and gain an advantage by pummeling and locking a bodylock around your opponent. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates how to secure a bodylock from the over and under position.
Double Leg Basic Setup Pop And Snap
The double leg is a high percentage takedown. The double leg can be performed using many setups and finishes. It is very important to get deep penetration on your shot in order to counter your opponent’s defense and be in a good position to finish. Getting good penetration requires an…
Bodylock To Inside Leg Finish
The bodylock position will help secure your opponent and set up takedown opportunities. By pummeling with your opponent and adjusting your position you can secure a tight body lock. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates how to finish a takedown from the bodylock…
Double Leg Basic Setup Wrist Snap
The double leg is a high percentage takedown. The double leg can be performed using many setups and finishes. It is very important to get deep penetration on your shot in order to counter your opponent’s defense and be in a good position to finish. Getting good penetration requires an…
Double Underhook To Snap Down
The double underhook position is a strong offensive attack and control position. Getting into the double underhook position requires pummeling and off balancing. Staying in good position with double underhooks will allow you to control your opponent and set up takedown attacks. For this video, 6x National Champion and US…
Front Headlock To Shuck
The front headlock is one of wrestling’s most important positions. Mastery of a good front headlock will create many options to score points and control an opponent. The position is often secured after thwarting an opponent’s takedown attempt. In this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath Sims…
Head Outside Single To Double Leg Finish
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…
Outside Single Leg Finish Against Sprawl
The outside single leg takedown is one of the most widely used takedowns in wrestling. When attempting a single leg takedown we commonly end up under our opponent after he sprawls and pushes the head down. Circling behind for the finish is very useful against the sprawl defense. For this…
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.
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 Leg To Dump Finish
The double leg is a high percentage takedown. The double leg can be performed using many setups and finishes. The most common finish for a double leg is to drive sideways and off balance the opponent. If the first finish is not successful, it will set up a dump finish.…
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…
Outside Single Leg To Dump Finish
The outside single leg takedown is one of the most widely used takedowns in wrestling. Using the dump when the single leg is secured is a high percentage finish against most defenses. The dump finish can be executed very quickly and it is commonly used as the first attempt to…
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…
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.
Outside Single Leg To Foot Sweep
The outside single leg takedown is one of the most widely used takedowns in wrestling. Taking the single leg high into your armpit will give you added control to help finish the takedown. When the leg is secured high in the armpit many different finishes are possible. For this video,…
Top Position Outside Leg Cradle
The top position is one of the most important positions in wrestling. The ability to control an opponent from the top and keep them on the ground can have a huge impact on the outcome of a competition. In this video, 6 time National Champion and US Olympic wrestler Heath…