Intro to Youth Wrestling Top Position: Mastering Spiral Ride and Turns by Zack Esposito

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What Will You Learn?

Unlock the power of top position in youth wrestling with this comprehensive instructional from world-class coach and wrestler, Zack Esposito. "Mastering Spiral Ride and Turns" is designed specifically for young wrestlers and coaches looking to develop their skills on top. Learn the essential techniques of the spiral ride, turning your opponent, and controlling the mat with confidence.

In this detailed step-by-step video series, Esposito breaks down the fundamentals of top position control, focusing on key techniques that every youth wrestler should master. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this instructional offers practical drills, real-match applications, and expert insights to help you dominate from the top position.

Esposito’s clear teaching style ensures that wrestlers of all experience levels can grasp these essential techniques, which are critical for scoring near-fall points and pinning their opponents. With expert guidance, you'll understand the mechanics of the spiral ride, turn variations, and how to transition between techniques effectively.

Give your wrestlers the tools they need to succeed on the mat — master the top position today!

Key Features:

• Focus on the Spiral Ride: Learn the mechanics and setup of the spiral ride, one of the most effective techniques for controlling your opponent from the top position.
• Mastering Turns: Discover how to turn your opponent efficiently, securing near-fall points and progressing toward a pin.
• Youth-Friendly Instruction: Tailored for young wrestlers, with clear, easy-to-understand explanations and techniques that are both practical and effective.
• Step-by-Step Breakdown: Zack Esposito guides you through each technique, breaking it down into digestible steps for rapid improvement.
• Multiple Drills: Gain access to a variety of drills that help reinforce the concepts, from basic movements to more advanced applications.
• Real-World Application: Learn how to apply these skills in live matches, making sure you're not just practicing, but preparing for actual competition.
• Expert Coaching by Zack Esposito: Benefit from the experience and expertise of a coach who's trained top-level athletes and has a track record of success.

Benefits:

• Dominate Top Position: Gain a deeper understanding of controlling your opponent from the top, a critical aspect of wrestling success.
• Increase Scoring Opportunities: Learn to turn your opponent and score near-fall points, which can make the difference in close matches.
• Perfect for Coaches and Parents: A great resource for coaching young wrestlers, with clear teaching methods and easy-to-implement drills.
• Build Confidence: Develop the confidence to wrestle aggressively and control your opponent, even when you're in the top position.
• Progressive Learning: Ideal for beginners, but also valuable for wrestlers looking to refine their technique and add more tools to their arsenal.

Ideal For:

• Young Wrestlers: Perfect for athletes ages 8-14 who are learning the fundamentals of wrestling and the top position.
• Coaches: A great coaching resource to help develop young wrestlers’ top position and control.
• Parents of Wrestlers: Parents can use this instructional to better understand the techniques and help support their child's development.

What Exactly Do You Get?

Part 1

• Spiral Mechanics And The Blair Ride Basics - Intro
• Position And Mechanics
• Getting To Wrist Control
• Blair Ride Position
• Blair Ride Half - Stack And Jump Sides
• Blair Ride Shelf Elbow Turn
• Blair Ride To Chicken Wing

Part 2

• Spiral Ride To Turning With Legs - Two On One Tilt
• Get Two Legs In
• Power Half
• Two Legs Wrist Tilt
• One Leg In - Crossface Turn
• One Leg In - Far Side Chicken Wing
• Cross Body Ride Ball And Chain
• Mat Return Options: Crotch And Claw & Double Leg
• Outro