A position where the bottom player controls one of the opponent's legs between their own legs, creating opportunities for sweeps and submissions.
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Learn an effective half guard submission to dominate and transition into a dominant position, suitable for both gi and no-gi.
This advanced submission from half guard targets the neck, using pressure for a tap. Effective in gi and no-gi contexts.
Learn how to escape from half guard to deep half guard, improving your defensive position and setting up sweeps in BJJ.
An intermediate gi-only submission from half guard using a sleeve grip to choke the opponent.
An intermediate sweep from half guard using leverage and momentum to reverse positions, effective in both gi and no-gi settings.
A powerful choke from half guard targeting the neck, effective in gi and no-gi, ideal for disrupting airflow and blood circulation.
An intermediate BJJ guard pass, transitioning from half guard to side control, effective in both Gi and No-Gi settings.
Transition from half guard to mount for control and submissions, effective in gi and no-gi. Master this BJJ technique for a dominant position.
Learn to transition from half guard to side control, enhancing your BJJ positional advantage with this beginner-friendly move.
A half guard sweep transitioning to top control, effective in gi/no-gi, ideal for intermediate BJJ practitioners.
A powerful submission from half guard, leveraging body strength against the shoulder joint; effective in both gi and no-gi settings.
Beginner move to create space and control from half guard, setting up escapes or sweeps.
A gi-exclusive choke from half guard, using the opponent's lapel to apply a blood choke effectively.
Learn a beginner-friendly sweep from half guard to gain top control in both Gi and No-Gi settings.
Learn a powerful sweep from half guard to reverse positions and gain dominance, effective in both gi and no-gi scenarios.
Transition from half guard to full guard to regain control and improve position, essential for beginners in jiu jitsu.
Learn how to transition from half guard to butterfly half guard to enhance control and attack options in BJJ.
Transition from half guard to gain control and set up sweeps in BJJ, ideal for intermediate practitioners in gi and no-gi scenarios.