Takedown / Leg Attack
Takedown
Wrestling technique of driving the opponent off balance to the mat by attacking their legs.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[tayk-down]/
Alternative NamesSingle leg, Double leg takedown, Wrestling shoot
Definition
A Takedown encompasses offensive wrestling entries (Single Leg, Double Leg) changing elevation below the opponent's guard. By wrapping behind the knees and driving hips forward, the attacker lands in top control.
Related Terms
Mount / Full MountMount
Highly dominant top ground position where a fighter straddles the opponent's torso.
Side Control / Yoko-shiho-gatame横四方固め / Side ControlDominant top ground pin position perpendicular to the opponent's torso.
Guillotine ChokeGuillotineFront headlock submission encircling the opponent's neck, frequently caught off failed takedowns.
Clinch / Standing GrapplingClinchClose-range standing grappling tie used to control opponents, strike, or transition to takedowns.