The bottom player in a blue gi lies on his side with both legs locked around the leg of the top player in a white gi, who kneels over him gripping his collar, in half guard.

Underhook and Frames

Staying on your side so you never get flattened and crossfaced.

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In this topic Underhook Frames Knee Shield

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How To Build The Perfect Half Guard Game by John Danaher

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Underhook, knee shield and the sweeps that open once you are off your back.

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How To Build The Perfect Half Guard Game by John Danaher

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How To Build The Perfect Half Guard Game For No Gi by John Danaher

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How to NOT Get Flattened, Cross-faced and Smashed in Half Guard

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