Modern Guard Retention and Back Attacks

Guard retention & back attacks from modern open guard. Maintaining position, creating transitions, & keeping pressure as you move between guard variations

Flow outline

  1. Crab Ride

    • Once set, most of the time 1. establish control from a seated position 2. maintain close hip connection to opponent 3. use leg positioning to control movement and create opportunities

  2. Baby Bolo

    • From here, most of the time 1. initiate from a seated guard position 2. create rotational momentum 3. transition toward back control opportunities

  3. De La Riva X

    • If it shows up, 1. Establish De La Riva guard with X-guard integration 2. Control opponent's leg and hip 3. Create off-balancing opportunities for sweeps and transitions Pay attention to posture

  4. Berimbolo

    • 1. Initiate from inverted position 2. Control opponent's hips and legs 3. Create rotational momentum for back takes and sweeps Angle matters

  5. Back Take

    • Once set, quick note: 1. secure hooks in opponent's hips 2. establish upper body control 3. maintain position for submission opportunities

  6. Entries

    • 1. Identify opening opportunities from various positions 2. Execute proper grips and positioning 3. Transition smoothly into offensive sequences Pay attention to posture

  7. Turtle

    • Once set, 1. establish defensive base position 2. protect against back exposure 3. create opportunities to recover guard or stand up

  8. Leg Drag Control System

    • 1. control opponent's leg from standing or kneeling position 2. create passing opportunities 3. transition to dominant positions

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