takedown offense

it is generally advised to attempt most takedowns at a 45 degree angle to your opponent instead of head on, but it depends on the type of takedown as well.

single-leg takedowns

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxYwm1ufjJo

single-leg takedowns revolve around grabbing the leg of your opponent at an angle and forcing them to the ground.

take a wide, squat-like step towards the side of your opponent (or slide into a knee), then grab the leg with a full grip and get the leg in between your legs, secured above the knees and thighs, sort of near the groin area. to secure the leg, keep toes pointed inward and clench knees together tight.

• two methods taught in class (more exist): “football” style and push-in style
  • “hike” the leg like a football in between your legs
  • use force from your body to push your opponent backward while lifting their leg up between your legs

keep your shoulder down by your opponent’s belly as you apply force and move forward with the leg secured between your legs. when ready, step your leg on the side of your opponent back, and in the void you have created with this, immediately further drop your shoulder into that “hole" and twist your body in the direction of your opponent while applying more pressure forward to push them down.

aim to land either holding both legs or in a favorable position to progress in for passing their guard.

takedown defense

single-leg takedowns

“stuffing” is helpful in a single-leg takedown scenario. push the opponent’s head away or down towards the ground to break their posture. if you anticipate which leg they seek to target, you can also circle that leg around their hip so they can’t get a good grip on it. sprawling can be useful too if they did not secure a good grip yet.