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