Takedowns & Transitions

Mixed Martial Arts

Takedowns & Transitions

Takedowns & Transitions is a mix of Sambo, Judo, BJJ and Wrestling.

Mixed Martial Arts Program
All Levels Beginners Welcome
Saco, Maine 4 Cascade Rd

The Program

What is Takedowns & Transitions?

Takedowns & Transitions is a mix of Sambo, Judo, BJJ and Wrestling. The focus of the class is to improve your ability to take a fight or grappling match to the mat and to control your opponent. While doing this, we are always taking submissions into account and learning how to avoid bad positions in transition. Each class starts with a basic warm-up that covers how to properly fall, basic hip movement, and all of the fundamentals of stance, footwork and positioning. After the basics we do basic drills focused on getting stronger in specific positions. A group of techniques is then covered, followed by live drilling. This class provides a great workout as well!

Why Takedowns & Transitions

Benefits of Takedowns & Transitions

Improved Grappling Stand Up Game

Better Strength, Balance and Coordination

Mix of Sambo, Judo and Wrestling

Takedowns, Submissions and Positional Awareness are all covered

More than 80% of fights go to the ground, basic Takedowns are a great self defense option

3,500+ Square Feet of Mat Space

Available for Beginners or more advanced practitioners

Taylor Costantino

Meet Your Instructor

Coach Taylor Costantino

Takedowns & Transitions at Evolution Athletix is led by Taylor Costantino — technique-first coaching where every athlete gets challenged, corrected, and celebrated, whatever their level.

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Your first class is free. Pick a class on our schedule and we’ll set you up with a tour, introduce you to the instructor, and get you on the mat.

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