Basic Wrestling Technique for Youth - A Guide for Parents and Coaches
Two-time Olympian Townsend Saunders presents simple, easy-to-learn techniques that will build a solid base of fundamentals for young wrestlers from kindergarten to sixth grade. All technique demonstrations are done with elementary school-aged wrestlers.

Basic Wrestling Technique for Youth - A Guide for Parents and Coaches
Youth Practice: Games and Drills

with Townsend Saunders,
Olympic Silver Medalist

Finally, a games and drills DVD for those who coach elementary-level wrestlers! Saunders demonstrates over 10 games and drills that are designed to create a fast-paced practice that will help develop proper technique while keeping the practice atmosphere fun. Saunders divides the DVD into four parts: Warm-up, Drills, Games, and Live Wrestling. Each segment features elementary-aged wrestlers demonstrating technique during a live practice. The drills cover technique for singles, doubles, duck unders and more. The games include Sharks and Minnows, Queen Bee, Knot Pull and more. These games and drills have been proven effective in keeping young athlete's attention, while building strong fundamentals. 2005. DVD.

Basic Wrestling Technique for Youth - A Guide for Parents and Coaches
Neutral Position: Finding "Your Move"

with Townsend Saunders,
Olympic Silver Medalist

In this DVD, 2-time Olympian Townsend Saunders teaches a number of basic techniques for elementary-aged wrestlers who are looking to develop a "favorite takedown". Saunders does an excellent job teaching these simple and easy-to-learn moves that will provide a good base of knowledge for young athletes starting out in the sport. He focuses on the Double Leg and High Crotch takedowns, demonstrating at least three finishes for each, and also shows the Single Leg, Arm Drag and Headlock. All of these takedown techniques are shown out of four different tie-ups: Open Tie, Head & Elbow, Inside Tie and Post. A great starting point for young wrestlers - and a great way to introduce takedowns!

Basic Wrestling Technique for Youth - A Guide for Parents and Coaches
Bottom Position: Basic Techniques

with Townsend Saunders,
Olympic Silver Medalist

Whether it's beginning level or collegiate, escaping from the bottom is essential at any level of wrestling. In this DVD, Townsend Saunders takes you through the fundamentals of the basic techniques every wrestler needs to master to succeed in the sport. The techniques covered include the Stand-up, Sit-out and Switch. Each move, demonstrated by elementary-aged wrestlers, is shown from multiple angles. Saunders also includes drills to help perfect the move. As a bonus, Saunders - a 2-time Olympian - covers techniques from the bottom for freestyle wrestling. These simple and easy-to-learn techniques will get your young wrestlers to their feet and ready to score! 2005. DVD.

Basic Wrestling Technique for Youth - A Guide for Parents and Coaches
Top Position: Basic Techniques

with Townsend Saunders,
Olympic Silver Medalist

Teach your wrestlers how to stay on top and gain the fall with this excellent DVD from Townsend Saunders. Following a brief overview on the proper stance, Saunders covers a variety of breakdown and riding techniques that will allow your wrestlers to stay on top of their opponent. He covers ankle attacks, Spiral Ride, 180<°> Breakdown and more. Saunders includes drills within the demonstration to reinforce proper techniques. Next, Saunders goes into pinning combinations covering Turks, Tilts, Chicken Wing, Half Nelson, Three-quarter Nelson and Leg Riding. As a bonus, Saunders - a 2-time Olympian - covers three freestyle attacks to score from the top position. These techniques will enable young wrestlers to build strong fundamentals to propel them to the next level! 2005. DVD.

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