The bottom player in a black rash guard sits back on an elbow with a foot on the hip of a standing opponent in a black rash guard, who bends forward to grip his leg, in open guard.

Distance Management and Feet

Feet on the hips, biceps and shoulders to control distance and angle.

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Understanding The Open Guard In BJJ by John Danaher

Intermediate John Danaher 24:00 Gi & no-gi

Distance, frames and the reactions that turn a standing passer into a sweep or back take.

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Understanding The Open Guard In BJJ by John Danaher

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Most Important Guard Principles

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Why Henry Akins Never Plays Seated Guard

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Open Vale Tudo Guard: Distance Management for Self-Defense

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Distance Management

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