Top Takedowns for Jiu-Jitsu

So you think you can get away with no learning any takedowns for your BJJ game, huh? Well, think again. That ship has long sailed. Especially if you're a competitor - but even if you're not - being a well-rounded practitioner is what we're all striving for. That includes having a solid takedown game. 

"But wrestling is haaaaard." Yeah, it is. You're going to get a lot more bumps and bruises from wrestling and judo than you are from butt-scooting. But as soon as you achieve a certain level of proficiency on your feet, you're going to find that when you do go to the ground, you'll be in a lot better position than your opponent. 

So, where do you start? Well, here is a short-list of some solid takedown options for the jiu-jitsu practitioner: 

• Single-Leg Takedown
• Double-Leg Takedown
• Inside Trip (Uchi Mata)
• Seoi Nage (Shoulder Throw)
• Ankle Pick

Read the full blog at the Kingz USA site here, for tips and tricks on each of these.