Schwingen

Art

Schwingen("Swinging")

Overview

Traditional Swiss folk wrestling performed on sawdust. Wrestlers grip each other's shorts (Schwingerhosen) and attempt to throw their opponent onto their back. Switzerland's national sport.

Country of Origin

Switzerland

Founded

— Medieval era

Also known as

Swiss WrestlingHosenlupf

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

5/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Brienzer (hip throw)Kurz (short throw)Gammen (leg trip)

Core Technique Classes

Grip fighting on shortsThrowsTripsBody locksSawdust ring techniques

Sub-Types

folk wrestling

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

moderate/10

Sources & References

[1] Schade, Ernst. Schwingen: Das Buch zum Nationalsport. 2010. — link

[2] Eidgenoessischer Schwingerverband. Schwingen - Unser Volkssport.

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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