Wrestling

Wrestling is an ancient martial art that uses grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins, and other grappling holds.

A wrestling bout is a physical competition, between two (occasionally more) competitors or sparring partners, who attempt to gain and maintain a superior position.

There is a wide range of styles with varying rules with both traditional historic and modern styles. Wrestling techniques have been incorporated into other martial arts as well as military hand-to-hand combat systems.

The rapid rise in the popularity of mixed martial arts (MMA) has increased interest in wrestling due to its effectiveness in the sport. It is considered one of three core disciplines in MMA together with kickboxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

 

 

 

 

Wrestling

Wrestling is an ancient martial art that uses grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins, and other grappling holds.

A wrestling bout is a physical competition, between two (occasionally more) competitors or sparring partners, who attempt to gain and maintain a superior position.

There is a wide range of styles with varying rules with both traditional historic and modern styles. Wrestling techniques have been incorporated into other martial arts as well as military hand-to-hand combat systems.

The rapid rise in the popularity of mixed martial arts (MMA) has increased interest in wrestling due to its effectiveness in the sport. It is considered one of three core disciplines in MMA together with kickboxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Wrestling Series We Offer

Winning Ways of Wrestling

By Karl Glover

USC wrestling coach and former Olympian Karl Glover goes in depth in this series “Winning Ways of Wrestling”. This series includes 31 episodes and ranges from beginner level to advanced. Topics covered include everything from warm-ups to single leg, double leg, throws, trips, and many more wrestling techniques. Where appropriate, distinctions are made between different wrestling styles including Greco-Roman, Freestyle, MMA and Collegiate. Also featured throughout the series are Sergio Guerrero, IFS Muay Thai champion and UFC Lightweight Jason Gonzales.

About Karl Glover

School/Dojo: Academy of Striking & Grappling (ASG)
Disciplines: MMA/Wrestling
Location: Moreno Valley, CA

Competitive Experience

1976, 1977, 1978 – California USA Wrestling Freestyle State Champion

1977- USA Wrestling Junior freestyle all American 105.5 National finalist (forum.thecaliforniawrestler.com) 

1978 – California Community College Championships: 118lb Rio Hondo College 1st place (cccaasports.org)

1979 – California Community College Championships (riohondowrestling.com)

118-lbs 1st place state

118-lbs 1st place regionals

1980-1981 Wrestler for Louisiana State University

1982 – Cal State Bakersfield record 26-4, 8 pins (gorunners.com)

1982 -All American Freestyle Open National 5th place

1982-1985- Sunkist Wrestling Team Member

1986-1990 Foxcatcher Team Member

1987 – Tbilisi, Russia National Team Member

1988 – Olympic alternate 

Coaching Experience:

High School: 4X CIF Champions, CIF State Runner Up Canyon Springs HS Moreno Valley, CA

Kennedy High School, La Palma CA Rancho Verde High School Moreno Valley, CA

College: East LA College

Rio Hondo

Santa Ana College

USC Wrestling

USA Wrestling National Coach

USA Wrestling International Coach

USA Boxing Coach