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Takedowns
Suplex (Belly-to-Belly)
A powerful throw lifting an opponent off their feet and arching them backward to the mat.
Key Points
- •Hip position below the opponent's is essential to lift them
- •Requires significant strength and timing
- •High risk if the lift fails midway
Instructions
- 1Secure a tight body lock with your hips pressed against the opponent's.
- 2Bend your knees to lower your hips below theirs.
- 3Explosively extend your legs and hips, lifting them off the ground.
- 4Arch backward, rotating so they land on their back while you land on top or beside them.
- 5Maintain your grip throughout to control the landing and follow-up position.
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.
Sprawl
The primary takedown defense — dropping your hips back and down to stop a shot before it lands.
Outside Leg Trip
Using a clinch position to hook an opponent's leg from outside and off-balance them to the mat.