Wrestling Wrestling is a style of grappling that offers lots of takedowns and control positions. Greco-Roman, freestyle and folk style are the main variants of wrestling. Not unlike Judo, wrestling has become a global sport. If you turn on Olympic wrestling you will see most of the world being represented in the competition. From old Soviet bloc countries, to the Middle East to America, wrestling is a popular sport across a large swath of the globe. Wrestling offers some of the most effective techniques for controlling and taking downs opponents. High percentage moves like single and double legs are not all that wrestling has. Throws and trips are also utilized by wrestlers. Wrestling blends well with no gi grappling, mixed martial arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A wrestler can find success in many areas of life, but they are something to be feared on the mat.Wrestling is often said to be the best background for Mixed Martial Arts. The competitive aspects of wrestling both in tournaments, matches and in practices creates a chance to push yourself. Learn to Grapple offers videos from many experienced wrestlers.
BJJ black belt Karl Nemeth counter attacks from the single leg to enter the Kimura trap position. Once you get this attack down you will invite people to pick up a single leg on you. Filmed at Precision MMA a Hudson Valley BJJ School
BJJ Blackbelt Brian McLaughlin shows an ankle pick from underhook. The ankle pick is a great takedown to add to your grappling repertoire because of its versatility and success rate if executed properly. Brian breaks down how to hit the takedown off the underhook position, although there are other ways to hit an ankle pick, […]
BJJ Black Belt Brian McLaughlin shows one of his favorite double legs Denville MMA
UFC Fighter and decorated collegiate wrestler Charlie Brenneman shows a Shrug Throw-By!
BJJ Black Belt Brian McLaughlin shows a knee pick from a 2 on 1 control (also known as a “Russian”). This is a high percentage, low risk takedown that is great for grappling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed martial arts competition. Filmed at Precision MMA – a Wappingers Falls MMA gym
One of the must know ways to finish a single leg takedown, running the pipe is a simple but effective way to sit your opponent to the mat once you suck up a single. Filmed at Precision MMA – a Poughkeepsie BJJ school www.bjjfighter.com A great way to counter this takedown is with a strong […]
The Sag headlock is a good surprise throw commonly used in Greco-Roman Wrestling MMA Gyms Poughkeepsie
Here is a great takedown off underhook control MMA Classes lessons and training in Poughkeepsie, NY
Pinch Headlock takedown A great takedown for kids martial arts
Double leg Takedown Filmed at Precision MMA LaGrange, NY