Stand-Up

How to practice stand-up

Start with a cooperative partner on a wrestling mat. Have a coach check the starting position and contact before adding resistance. These notes describe one introductory approach; the linked demonstration may show a variation.

Partner role

The rider follows the rise without lifting or returning the partner during the first repetitions. Add a gentle attempt to retain the hands only after the bottom athlete can stand and face comfortably.

1. 1

   Start in a compact base and locate the controlling hand. Bring a foot underneath your hips while keeping your elbow from drifting away from your body.

2. 2

   Drive through the planted foot and bring the second foot underneath you. Lift your chest with your hips so you do not stand bent over with the rider hanging behind.

3. 3

   Keep hand control at the waist and create space between your hips and the partner. Stay balanced on two feet rather than hopping on one leg.

4. 4

   Clear the connection and turn to face the partner in stance. Treat the turn and separation as part of the move; standing alone does not complete the escape.

Common mistakes and corrections

Popping up without hand control often leads to an immediate return. Keep the wrist connection through the rise.

Turning before clearing the hands can pull you back underneath the rider. Create space first.