3 Takedowns For MMA
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…
Underhook Position To An Ankle Pick
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 setup multiple offensive takedown opportunities. For this video, 6x National Champion and US Olympic Wrestler Heath Sims demonstrates an ankle…
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…
Step And Lift Mat Return
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 a mat return takedown…
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.
Head Outside Single To Dump 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…
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.
Front Headlock To Spin Behind Head In Armpit
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 Taking The Back
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…
Underhook Position To Bodylock
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…
Top Position Half Nelson
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…
Head Outside Single Leg Takedown To Ground And Pound
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 and transition…
Pinch Headlock To Snap Down
The pinch headlock is an excellent upper body takedown. As a variation on the regular headlock, the pinch headlock is an excellent addition to your upper body attacks. It can be used with many different setups and finishes to secure a takedown. In this video, 6x National Champion and US…