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Takedowns
Sprawl
The primary takedown defense — dropping your hips back and down to stop a shot before it lands.
Key Points
- •Speed and hip drop matter more than strength
- •Keep your weight distributed forward onto the opponent
- •Follow up with a front headlock or guillotine opportunity
Instructions
- 1As the opponent shoots in, quickly kick both legs back and drop your hips.
- 2Drive your hips downward onto the opponent's shoulders or upper back.
- 3Keep your weight forward and heavy, flattening them toward the mat.
- 4Circle to the side rather than staying square, looking for a front headlock or scramble.
- 5Recover to your feet once you've stopped the takedown attempt.
More Takedowns Techniques
Double Leg Takedown
A fundamental wrestling takedown driving through both of an opponent's legs to bring them to the mat.
Single Leg Takedown
A takedown securing one of the opponent's legs, versatile for finishing from multiple angles.
Body Lock Takedown
Taking an opponent down from a clinch position by securing both underhooks and lifting or tripping.
Suplex (Belly-to-Belly)
A powerful throw lifting an opponent off their feet and arching them backward to the mat.
Outside Leg Trip
Using a clinch position to hook an opponent's leg from outside and off-balance them to the mat.