How do you handle this position against the standing opponent?. When I go from a single leg x to outside ashy on a standing opponent, I feel like they can stack forward into me easier and it's difficult to keep a heavier opponent at bay
I had a deep think about the C clamp I can see you using on the knee because I was curious about the use of the hand on that knee because I found myself cringing a little thinking about potential to do damage to the thumb if they violently push forward with it. A key detail is that the thumb is on the outside, meaning if they do violently shove their knee towards you, then the arm bends in a way to "allow" it to go over without damaging the hand. If the fingers are on the outside, there is a potential to wristlock and or really damage the wrist/hand/fingers. Your example is gold, I think it would be worth emphasising that detail to help avoid mat injury.
I just found this video. This is hands down the best explained, slowly taught leg entries out there. If all your other videos/ content is like this I will 💯 % subscribe. Fantastic job! 👍👍up.
This is similar to my go-to half guard pass, but I only grab the head, and use my shoulder to tilt their chin back really far. I also tend to knee cut to the far side and go to mount. Works good against other white belts, but higher levels shut me down. I'll be trying it your way, since it seems to offer more control and less risk of getting swept.
This is great man thank you for providing these details. It’s one of the only videos on RU-vid providing ideas for basic understand of the position as opposed to just sweeps and subs from the half.
good video. I'm just wondering why there was not one single mention of the underhook. I feel like the underhook is key to a good halfguard. You only kind of mentioned maybe bringing the arm inside, but that was it.
HI Nick, Thanks for the comment hope you enjoyed the video. The underhook is important to establish the sweep for coming out the back. We'll be looking at updating a few of our half guard videos in the near future with a few new variations on the sweep plus looking at the cross grip if the underhook isn't available.
Cool. I did like the details on managing the distance the knee sheild is crucial when it comes to managing distance and creating space. I'm a purple belt belt myself and have been training for about 5 years or so. Half guard is my game. I myself like the Lucas leite dog fight variation which I suppose places more emphasis on the underhook. I look forward to seeing more of your videos! Thanks!
first drill is most useless and ridiculous movement ever. it breaks about a dozen rules and principles of guard retention. it looks like one of those comical kung fu techniques where the uke throws 1 punch and just stands there as the guy does 100 ridiculous nonsense moves, spins and jumps. NEVER ever make space between your armpit and knee when retaining guard and ALWAYS keep alignment. those are key rules of retention. hip escaping like that is not only EXTREMELY SLOW but it also breaks the rules and creates TONS of opening for the uke to come crashing past your guard
Thank you for your kinds words. We shall eagerly await you to upload a video to correct our drill. Also if you could explain the principles of framing it would be very much appreciated. Thank you again
Are you serious? I learned this drill very early on and to this day I hip escape, create space, and recompose all the time. It has worked in competition (IBJJF and Pro fights included) and on the mat countless times. Not saying your way doesn't work, but anyone who has spent a significant amount of time training jiu-jitsu knows there is never more than just one way. Really this drill is designed to help beginners understand how to create space, shrimp away, and recompose with the created space. I could see the need to ensure the knee and elbow (armpit) are connected for pressure passing, but speed style passing is different. Just out of curiosity, what is your belt rank and lineage?
@@eastmidlandsbjj4465 Great video dude. I use this all the time to teach in the kids class and for beginners. It's a great way to help them to understand guard retention concepts.
@@brojitsu thanks Jamie appreciate the comment. Great to help beginners and juniors understand reguarding. I’m using more belly down turtle to defend this day but will always go back to these drills when rolling in certain positions.
I was literally dealing with this problem on the mats last night. Got to 1/2 and just couldn't safely pass. This is a badass instructional. Great details. Super easy to see, hear, and understand. ty
Hi Todd, thanks for the feedback. I find this is a really strong grip and makes it very touch for the opponent to slip out and yes, puts alot of pressure on the outside of then knee.
The guy on top doesn’t have to follow you or even try to catch your back, what he should do is grab with his left hand on your collar behind your neck and just push you down again on your back.
Thanks Aaron stay posted we'll try to get something updated in the near future :) typically my preference is to maintain posture, however id prefer not to be on the knees but more a deep squatted position. The foot on the hip is always problematic so try to maintain the posture and position and deal with controlling the foot. Having you elbow pinned in tight to your ribs helps to maintain a tight stance also.
