Sweep Single Leg Finish Fundamentals

When caught in a sweep single leg position, the wrestler must first regain their feet to remove their opponent's weight and prevent control. By driving upward and shoving the opponent's weight off, the wrestler creates space to rotate and advance position. This foundational movement allows the wrestler to turn the corner and complete the takedown from an compromised starting point.

Foot Positioning and Corner Turn Mechanics

As the opponent attempts to complete the sweep single, their foot naturally rotates like a clock hand. The wrestler must actively chase this movement by pursuing the corner position behind their opponent. This pursuit combined with the earlier weight displacement enables the wrestler to achieve a dominant finishing position.

Drilling the Sweep Single Finish

Proper drilling of the sweep single finish requires both partners to provide appropriate resistance levels that force realistic movement patterns. By rotating corners and executing the technique repeatedly, wrestlers download the motor patterns into muscle memory at an accelerated rate. Consistent partner resistance ensures quality repetitions that translate to live competition.

Double Leg Takedown Setup and Control Principles

The double leg finish requires establishing control at the knees rather than higher on the body, similar to tying a rope that prevents the opponent from stepping away. Wrestlers must maintain this knee-level control while driving with their head and body to execute the technique effectively. This control principle applies whether the double leg is shot intentionally or developed during scrambling.

Corkscrewing and Hip Placement Mechanics

Rather than lifting and slamming the opponent, which causes bouncing and loss of control, the wrestler should corkscrew the opponent's body onto their hip in a mermaid-like position. This technique involves stepping up, twisting the torso, and bringing the far-side elbow in while driving with the head. Placing the opponent on their hip immediately transitions them closer to a pinning position on their back.

Double Leg Knee-Tie Drill Execution

The double leg finish drill begins with the aggressor shooting in and freezing to establish proper positioning on the opponent's knees. The wrestler then ties the knees together and rotates the opponent to their hip using integrated head and body movement. Repetition of this controlled drill builds the timing and positioning necessary for successful double leg finishes.

Youth Wrestling: Takedown Fundamentals

Championship Productions

Wrestling Takedown

2 min read·6 key moments·PT4M48S video

Key Takeaways

•Sweep Single Leg Finish Fundamentals
•Foot Positioning and Corner Turn Mechanics
•Drilling the Sweep Single Finish
•Double Leg Takedown Setup and Control Principles

Four-time All American Eric Akin was a top level athlete at Iowa State University. Now as a youth coach he has developed a series of techniques that focuses on fundamentals that will train athletes at all levels to be successful. For information on purchasing this DVD, go to: http://www.championshipproductions.com/cgi-bin/champ/p/Wrestling/Youth-Wrestling-Takedown-Fundamentals_YWD-04509A.html?mv_source=youtube For more information on additional Wrestling DVDs, go to: http://www.championshipproductions.com/cgi-bin/champ/wrestling-dvds-videos.html?mv_source=youtube

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about wrestling takedown?

This video covers sweep single leg finish fundamentals, foot positioning and corner turn mechanics, drilling the sweep single finish. It provides detailed instruction from Championship Productions.

How long does it take to learn wrestling takedown?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 6-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.