Skill: TIMING
Drill: Round Robin
Equipment needed: 1 Timer
Instructors needed: A few to monitor
Description: The students will practice their TIMING by being quick enough to capitalize on a throw and gain side control.
Step 1
  • Divide your students into even groups.
Step 2
  • Shape each group into their own circle.  
Step 3 – Explain the rules:
  • Two people from each circle will grapple from the standing position for 30 seconds.
  • They must throw their partner and then attempt to gain side control to win.
  • The first person to gain the side control position will be the winner.
  • Then have two new students jump in.
  • Continue all the way around the circle.
Step 4 – Takeaways
  • Play the game to create a good opening to throw your partner.
  • Show control with your throws and stay safe.
  • Hustle to get the side control and don’t let a good moment pass.
Step 5
  • Continue around the circle for 2 – 3 rounds.
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