COMBAT SUBMISSION WRESTLING
REAL GRAPPLING MADE SIMPLE
Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW) is a hybrid system that brings the worlds most effective martial arts together into one unified approach. Developed by Legendary coach Erik Paulson, it combines the high-level grappling of Catch Wrestling, Brazillion Jiu-Jitsu, and Sambo with the dynamic energy of Muay Thai, Boxing, and Judo. This martial arts system is designed to give you a complete skill set, ensuring you have the tools to handle striking, clinching, takedowns, and grappling seemlesly. You will learn to move through every range with precision and composure, ensuring you are never out of your element.
What makes Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW) unique is that it is specifically designed for grappling while an opponent is trying to strike you. Because of the martial arts it comes from, Combat Submission Wrestling is more aggressive than traditional grappling, while still focusing on leverage, strategy, and technique to prevail over brute strength, which is perfect for sport or self-defense.
IS CSW RIGHT FOR YOU?
You do not need to be a professional fighter or an elite athlete to train with us. Our CSW curriculum is intentionally structured for:
Complete Beginners
Anyone looking to build confidence and learn practical self-defense from day one.
Fitness Enthusiasts
People who are bored of traditional gym routines and want a high-energy, functional, full-body workout.
Experienced Martial Artists
Strikers or traditional stylists who want to fill the gaps in their game and master the grappling range.
THE CSW ADVANTAGE
Control Where the Fight Goes
In competition, whoever controls where the fight takes place usually wins. CSW teaches you to blend different grappling styles so you can easily adapt to any opponent. You will learn to smoothly transition between heavy wrestling pressure and submission attacks, keeping your opponent on the defensive.
Built for the Street, Not Just the Mats
On the street, there are no weight classes, time limits, or referees. CSW is designed around the fact that an aggressive opponent will try to hit, slam, or pull you down. We train you to handle these chaotic situations and stay safe.
Shut Down Fights in the Clinch
Most sudden physical altercations collapse quickly into a chaotic tangle. CSW uses tight, dominant clinch mechanics to tie up an aggressor’s limbs. By ruling the clinch, you safely shut down their ability to strike, control their posture, and decide whether to throw them or break away safely.
Learn to Survive on the Ground
Sport grappling can breed dangerous habits, like pulling guard or exposing your face on the mat. CSW forces you to maintain strict defensive posture. If you are taken down, you will learn to protect your head, break their balance, and sweep your way back to your feet.
Get in Shape Without the Boring Cardio
Grappling is an intense, full-body workout. Because every movement uses your entire body, classes naturally build functional strength, power, and cardiovascular endurance. You will get into peak shape through purposeful training, without ever touching a boring treadmill.
MASTER THE ENTIRE FIGHT
Want to build a truly complete martial arts game? Combine STX Kickboxing with our Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW) program. By training both striking and grappling, you get the ultimate skill set—plus a discounted package deal. Ask us about our multi-program memberships when you come in!
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Referral Program
Training is better together. Bring a friend or family member to class—when they join, you get 50% off your next month.
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