Guard Techniques
10 TECHNIQUESExplore our comprehensive collection of 10 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard techniques. Each technique includes detailed video demonstrations and step-by-step instructions from world-class instructors.
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Diamond guard setup with attacks
Closed guard basics
Half guard basics
De La Riva basics
Spider guard basics
Butterfly guard basics
Clamp guard basics
Z-guard basics
K-guard basics
Sit up guard basics
Diamond guard setup with attacksOPEN | NA Nick Albin |
Closed guard basicsOPEN | RGBF Roger Gracie, Bernardo Faria |
Half guard basicsOPEN | ST Sam Tweeds |
De La Riva basicsOPEN | EK Eli Knight |
Spider guard basicsOPEN | EK Eli Knight |
Butterfly guard basicsOPEN | BM Brandon Mccaghren |
Clamp guard basicsOPEN | BG Brian Glick |
Z-guard basicsOPEN | TV Tum Voorn |
K-guard basicsOPEN | TV Tum Voorn |
Sit up guard basicsOPEN | JT Jon Thomas |
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About Guard techniques
The guard is one of the most unique and revolutionary aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Unlike other martial arts where being on your back is a losing position, BJJ's guard game allows you to effectively attack, sweep, and submit from bottom positions. From traditional closed guard to modern guards like De La Riva, spider, butterfly, and X-guard, each guard position offers unique attacking and defensive opportunities. Developing a strong guard game is essential for any practitioner and represents BJJ's evolution as a martial art.
Understanding guard techniques is essential for developing a well-rounded Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu game. Whether you're training for self-defense, competition, or personal growth, mastering these techniques will improve your overall grappling ability and strategic understanding of positional dynamics.
Browse through our collection of 10 guard techniques above to find detailed instructions, video demonstrations, and tips from world-class instructors.