with Tom Brands, University of Iowa Head Coach; 2009 and 2008 NCAA Champions; 2008 NWCA Coach of the Year; 2X Big Ten Conference Champions; 2X Big Ten Conference Coach of the Year; '96 Olympic Gold Medalist, 2X World Cup Champion, 3X NCAA Champion (Iowa), 2004 Olympic Freestyle Coach
Tom Brands, in this unique wrestling demonstration clinic presentation, emphasizes the value of aggressive, physical wrestling. Coach Brands' attacking, "in-your-face" approach resulted in three NCAA championships at the University of Iowa, two World Cup championships and an Olympic gold medal. In his presentation, Brands identifies six areas to work on in your wrestling practice that will help you develop intelligent, physical wrestlers. Not only will these wrestling drills teach aggressiveness, they will also fine tune your wrestling technique, opening up an opponent, allowing you to score. He discusses and demonstrates snaps and spins, set-ups, how to combine moves, the score-after-a-score drill, scrambles, and strength training. "In-your-face," attacking wrestling starts with an attitude and this video will give you ideas on how to instill that attitude in your practice room.
with Tom Brands, University of Iowa Head Coach; 2009 & 2008 NCAA Champions; 2008 NWCA Coach of the Year; 2X Big Ten Conference Champions; 2X Big Ten Conference Coach of the Year; '96 Olympic Gold Medalist, 2X World Cup Champion, 3X NCAA Champion (Iowa), 2004 Olympic Freestyle Coach
The wrestler with dominant hand fighting skills adds another dimension to their offense. A good hand fighter can move his opponent where he doesn't want to go - taking him out of his comfort zone and allowing for more scoring opportunities. Tom Brands, whose hand fighting skills lead him to Olympic and World titles, shows the Push-Pull-Side-to-Side concept of hand fighting. With proper hand fighting techniques, your wrestlers can control the entire match. Coach Brands shows you how to run three to four different techniques to keep your wrestlers on the offensive. The key principles he drives home revolve around head position, foot position and movement to establish pressure and keep the opponent coming to you. Take your wrestling offense to a new level with this excellent hand fighting instruction.
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach; 2006, '05, '04, '03 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist; 6 consecutive World titles
The Duck Under technique was a staple in John Smith's offensive arsenal, helping him to NCAA, World and Olympic titles. He teaches the same technique in the Oklahoma State wrestling room and now shows you the secrets to this highly successful move. The Duck Under is a very effective move that can be used in a variety of situations. Coach Smith teaches seven duck under techniques including from a collar tie, a misdirection duck under, a swim duck, from an opponent's two-on-one, from an over/under tie and more. He does a thorough job of demonstrating the move, teaching it step-by-step from tie-up to finish. This is an easy-to-learn wrestling technique that will give your wrestlers many more options to score.
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach, 2006, '05, '04, '03 & 1995 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist and NCAA Champion
John Smith, the only American wrestler to win six consecutive World Championships, wants to teach you the move that made him unbeatable--the low single. Smith's years of winning at the highest-level, including two Olympic gold medals, gives him an insight about techniques that can make you unstoppable. Learn the low single John Smith style. He covers set-ups and more than 10 finishes that'll make this move one of the most aggressive offensive moves at any level. Then, round out your lesson by learning how to defend against this technique.
75 minutes. 2002.
John Smith's Defense from the Feet
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach, 2006, '05, '04, '03 & 1995 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist and NCAA Champion
Hall of Fame wrestler and coach John Smith of Oklahoma State University believes a good defense will lead to a potent offense. The theme of his defense is a strong head, hand and hip pressure. With that in mind, Coach Smith covers defensive technique in five areas: High Crotch defense, single leg defense, chest over head, leg in the air and sprawling. Each section includes at least three different wrestling techniques, which include: sit through, body lock, butt drag, limp leg and more. Excellent instruction from one of the best teachers in the sportof wrestling!
50 minutes. 2003.
John Smith's Set-ups & Tie-ups: Being Effective from Your Feet
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach, 2006, '05, '04, '03 & 1995 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist and NCAA Champion
Looking for an effective new way to get your favorite takedown? Look no further! Oklahoma State Head Coach John Smith has compiled a wrestling DVD filled with set-ups and tie-ups that will make you a more effective wrestler on your feet. Coach Smith has divided the tape into three areas: Elbow control, Inside control and reset positions. Each section covers more than five set-ups. Elbow control techniques covered include passing elbow, elbow hyperextension, over the top and steering wheel. Inside control techniques covered include pull/pass, inside post and wrist control. The reset position shown allows a wrestler to reverse the control with an underhook or 2-on-1. This is an excellent instructional wrestling DVD that will help set up the move and help stop the opponent's penetration.
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach, 2006, '05, '04, '03 & 1995 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist and NCAA Champion
John Smith, the only American wrestler to win six consecutive World Championships, wants to teach you the move that made him unbeatable--the low single. Smith's years of winning at the highest-level, including two Olympic gold medals, gives him an insight about techniques that can make you unstoppable. Learn the low single John Smith style. He covers set-ups and more than 10 finishes that'll make this move one of the most aggressive offensive moves at any level. Then, round out your lesson by learning how to defend against this technique.
with Rob Koll, Cornell University Head Coach; 2005 NWCA Division I Coach of the Year; 2009, 2008, 2007 EIWA Conference Champions; 2X World Cup Champion, NCAA Champ and 4X All-American
Rob Koll delves into the lost art of the whizzer with an in-depth wrestling technique DVD. The whizzer is a potent point-scoring move that can be used offensively and defensively. Coach Koll begins with a number of wrestling drills that teach and reinforce the proper technique. He covers defensive technique for the whizzer to counter attacks below the knee (singles), doubles, high crotches and attacks above the knee. He teaches what to do if the opponent steps over the whizzer, how to defend against a whizzer, throws off a whizzer and more. The whizzer is a great equalizer, easy to learn, and appropriate for any level of wrestling.
with Ben Askren, Arizona St. University Assistant Coach; 2X NCAA Champ and 2X Dan Hodge Trophy winner from the University of Missouri
Ben Askren's style has been described as many things: "one-of-a-kind," "unorthodox," "crazy" and "funky." The fact is that these "funk" positions happen in the natural flow of the match. These same situations have been seen at all levels - from high school duals to the NCAA Championships. Now for the first time ever Ben Askren shares his "funk" technique with you. Askren breaks down his three main "funk" techniques from the feet: the Pass, Double Ankles and a move he calls: "The World's Best Unknown Move." Each move is broken down step-by-step from multiple angles. In addition, he provides counters to each move, as well as a defense against each counter. As a bonus he also shares his defensive technique against the High Crotch and Double Leg takedowns. Mastering this "funk" style of wrestling will give you a leg up on the best competition.
with Kevin Dresser, Virginia Tech Head Coach; former Christiansburg (VA) High School Head Coach, 5X Virginia Group AA State Champions; 2X All-American wrestler at the University of Iowa, 1986 NCAA Champion
For the first time ever Kevin Dresser presents the secrets to his legendary Dresser Dump - a move that helped him capture a national championship under Coach Dan Gable at the University of Iowa.
Coach Dresser goes step-by-step through the proper technique to successfully take your opponent to his back with the Dresser Dump.
He begins from the front headlock position and shows two ways to get into the dump position. From there he teaches the do's and don'ts to making the Dresser Dump work. He includes demonstration on hitting the move from the optional start position, from a knee tap, and from your feet. To give you a better idea on how the move should be taught, Dresser goes into live drilling mode to show you how to drill the technique in practice.
Coach Dresser calls this move a finesse move, meaning you don't need a lot of strength to make it work making it is an excellent technique for any wrestler at any level.
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach, 2006, '05, '04, '03 & 1995 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist and NCAA Champion
Looking for an effective new way to get your favorite takedown? Look no further! Oklahoma State Head Coach John Smith has compiled a wrestling DVD filled with set-ups and tie-ups that will make you a more effective wrestler on your feet. Coach Smith has divided the tape into three areas: Elbow control, Inside control and reset positions. Each section covers more than five set-ups. Elbow control techniques covered include passing elbow, elbow hyperextension, over the top and steering wheel. Inside control techniques covered include pull/pass, inside post and wrist control. The reset position shown allows a wrestler to reverse the control with an underhook or 2-on-1. This is an excellent instructional wrestling DVD that will help set up the move and help stop the opponent's penetration.
featuring Jeff Swenson, Augsburg College Athletic Director; former Augsburg College Head Wrestling Coach; 10X NCAA Division III National Championship Coach; 13X MIAC Coach of the Year, 6X NWCA National Coach of the Year, inducted into the NCAA Division III Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame in 2005
20 Set-ups for Single Leg Attacks
Keep your opponent guessing with this arsenal of over 20 set-ups from Jeff Swenson! Swenson led Augsburg to a record-10 NCAA Division III national championships - one of only three NCAA schools to have won 10 or more wrestling national titles. While building his squad into a national wrestling powerhouse, Swenson taught his wrestlers to always be on the attack.
In this instructional wrestling DVD, Swenson gives you numerous options to get to your single-leg attack no matter what your opponent tries to counter with.
Discover three critical areas in the set-up:
Low contact set-ups
Semi-contact set-ups
Contact set-ups
He goes through each step-by-step clearly defining the proper mechanics to set-up the attack effectively.
You will get 10 set-up techniques from the Augsburg Inside Hook, which has become a staple in the program's success on the feet. Swenson shows each set-up from multiple angles to give you a true feel for how to teach the technique.
These set-ups will put your wrestlers in good position to get deep penetration and to score consistently.
46 minutes. 2009.
Finishing the Single Leg Attack
Six-time NWCA Coach of the Year Jeff Swenson shows you the "Augsburg way" to finish your single leg takedown attempts - both on your feet and on the mat.
Part 1, From the Mat: Discover eight ways to beat the defenses your wrestlers will see from the mat. Learn essential techniques like far ankle, quad load, windmill, bump, hip pull and more. Put these techniques to work with Swenson's live action practice drills.
Part 2, From Your Feet: Learn 10 easy, yet effective, finishes from the feet such as the toe trip, Demery Finish, Run the Pipe, Okie, High Outside Finish and more. For the first time on video, Swenson reveals Augsburg's signature move: the shoulder pummel set-up. Two former Augsburg All-American wrestlers demonstrate each technique step-by-step, highlighting the keys to making each move work.
Don't let your wrestlers settle for a stalemate - these finishes will give your wrestlers more options to score.
58 minutes. 2009.
The Augsburg High Crotch Series: Set-ups and Finishes
Hall of Fame Coach Jeff Swenson provides you with an in-depth look at one of his program's staples - the Augsburg High Crotch Series, which is an inside step high crotch.
Coach Swenson breaks down the move from proper stance, through set-up (focusing on an inside hook), how to get deep penetration all the way through to taking your opponent to the mat. Along the way he covers what to do if your opponent tries to tie up your hands, tries to block you with an underhook, how to score from a crack down position and more.
Swenson demonstrates seven different finishes for the high crotch, as well as three set-ups. He includes drills to help reinforce the technique. This is an excellent series that will get more points for your wrestlers.
Hall of Fame Coach Jeff Swenson provides you with an in-depth look at one of his program's staples - the Augsburg High Crotch Series, which is an inside step high crotch.
Coach Swenson breaks down the move from proper stance, through set-up (focusing on an inside hook), how to get deep penetration all the way through to taking your opponent to the mat. Along the way he covers what to do if your opponent tries to tie up your hands, tries to block you with an underhook, how to score from a crack down position and more.
Swenson demonstrates seven different finishes for the high crotch, as well as three set-ups. He includes drills to help reinforce the technique. This is an excellent series that will get more points for your wrestlers.
with Tom Ryan, Ohio State University Head Coach; Back-to-Back NCAA Runner-up finishes (2007-2009); 2009 NWCA Coach of the Year; former Hofstra University Head Coach, 6X Conference Champions, 7X Conference Coach of the Year; 2X All-American at the University of Iowa
To help your wrestlers with takedown technique, Tom Ryan presents over 15 wrestling drills to reinforce good positioning. Specific areas that Coach Ryan addresses with these drills include passing elbows, inside fighting, freeing your wrists, defending underhooks, hand fighting, counter attacks, hip position, snap and spin and more. In addition, Ryan covers the technique for one of his favorite takedowns, the butt drag. Coach Ryan is a firm believer in the basics, and the positioning drills presented here will reinforce these basics and make your wrestlers better on their feet.
with John Smith, Oklahoma State University Head Coach, 2006, '05, '04, '03 & 1995 NCAA Champions; 2X Olympic Gold Medalist and NCAA Champion
Hall of Fame wrestler and coach John Smith of Oklahoma State University believes a good defense will lead to a potent offense. The theme of his defense is a strong head, hand and hip pressure. With that in mind, Coach Smith covers defensive technique in five areas: High Crotch defense, single leg defense, chest over head, leg in the air and sprawling. Each section includes at least three different wrestling techniques, which include: sit through, body lock, butt drag, limp leg and more. Excellent instruction from one of the best teachers in the sportof wrestling!
with Ben Askren, 2X NCAA Champ and 2X Dan Hodge Trophy winner from the University of Missouri
Two-Time NCAA Champion Ben Askren gives you a new perspective on finishing leg attacks. These finishes are effective because they will keep your opponent off balance and stop them from getting to their counters. The techniques he presents work especially well for those wrestlers who don't have that "explosive" burst when attacking, or for those times when you get stopped in the middle of your takedown attempt. He begins by showing you his keys to proper positioning for finishing a takedown. He then covers single leg and high crotch finishes, as well as finishes for when you get stuck underneath on a takedown attempt and techniques versus a sprawl and a crack back. Included are the dump, step and trip, leg high and his original "nerksa" finish! These finishes allow you to score two - or go for the fall.
with Mark Ironside; 2X NCAA Champion at the University of Iowa, 1998 Dan Hodge Trophy winner
A large part of Mark Ironside's success in college stemmed from his mastery of the front headlock. Now he shares the techniques, drills and secrets of this short offense series with you. He begins with the basics showing how to attack your opponent and get into the short offense series. He focuses on the snapdown and demonstrates how to hit the snapdown to the front headlock from the 2-on-1, collar tie, underhook, fakes and double inside tie. He shows a number of takedowns from the short offense series, including the single leg, double leg and ankle pick. He closes with a section on pinning, demonstrating how to earn the fall from the front headlock, as well as cradle technique. This is a great complement to his Short Offense - On the Mat and Defense DVD.
