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Phase 1 The Progressive Learning System is the most comprehensive instructional system, to date, for the sport of wrestling. This system gives coaches and wrestlers an opportunity to learn wrestling from the foundation up. This step-by-step format starts with a basic foundation for each one of the three wrestling positions. It is a system that allows a wrestler to continually add to what he already knows. The system is structured so that a wrestler will not be able to advance

Phase Two — Takedowns Before a wrestler learns his first takedown, it would be a good idea for him to know how the Takedown Tier System works. This would give him some direction and an idea of what he is trying to accomplish on his feet. A wrestler should try to master one tier at a time. However, he may experiment with other takedowns. In the first tier, a wrestler should be taught how to attack the middle of the opposing wrestler's body (the hip area). The Double Leg Tackle

Phase Three — Takedowns In Phase Three, I will cover two versions of the Single Leg Tackle, as well as set-ups and finishes. We will also be covering basic defense on the feet. There are many different ways to set up a Single Leg tackle, different ways to secure the leg after you are in on it, and many different ways to finish the maneuver. Each Single Leg Tackle has a different set of components that make it work. If a wrestler starts to confuse the components of different t

WRESTLING PROGRESSIVE LEARNING SYSTEM Phase Four — Takedowns In Phase Four Takedowns, I will cover Control Tie-up positions and set-ups. It is extremely important for wrestlers to learn how to work from Control Tie-up positions. Control Tie positions are used to control the tie-up situation, and work for takedowns. Many different set-ups and attacks can be performed from tie-up positions. For instance, the Head Snap, Shoulder Pop, Arm Drag, and posting set-ups can be performe

Phase Five — Takedowns In Phase Five Takedowns, I will be covering the head outside Single. This takedown is commonly referred to as the Inside Step, Russian Single, or the High Crotch. For name sake, I will be referring to it as the Inside Step. I will also be covering the Fireman's Carry. The Inside Step is one of the most widely used takedowns on the college and international levels. It can be used very effectively in the college or international style of wrestling. The In

Phase Six — Takedowns (High Crotch Series) In Phase Six Takedowns, we will be covering the High Crotch Series. The High Crotch is a very effective takedown technique for several reasons. It is a very explosive way to penetrate. The motion allows wrestlers to penetrate in a good position at maximum speed. Several set-ups can be used for the High Crotch and there are numerous ways a wrestler can finish the High Crotch takedown. Wrestlers should concentrate first on learning the

Phase Seven — Takedowns (Upper Body Throwing Techniques) In Phase Seven Takedowns, I will be covering Upper Body Throwing Techniques . Upper body throws are not as essential  as the basic leg-attack takedowns a wrestler must be familiar with. However, there are important situations where knowing how to work from upper-body tie positions and initiate throwing techniques can make a big difference. Two common scenarios: Late-match comeback situation When a wrestler is behind by

Phase Eight — Takedowns (Series & Combination Wrestling) Phase Eight Takedowns is the final phase of takedowns  in the Progressive Learning System. At this stage, the wrestler’s focus shifts away from learning individual techniques and toward combining different techniques to create continuous attacks . By this phase, a wrestler should have: Mastered at least two full tiers of takedowns Developed confidence in initiating offense from multiple positions Begun to understand how