Passes

Kneeling Guard Break

Opening closed guard from the knees with a knee at the tailbone and elbow pressure.

Also called kneeling guard opening, knee in the tailbone, guard break from the knees.

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Closed Guard · Closed Guard Top · Opening the Guard

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Opening Closed Guard Knee Post Method by John Danaher

Beginner John Danaher

How to NEVER Get Stuck in the Closed Guard Again! | Jiu Jitsu Tutorial

Beginner Matt Arroyo

Breaking the closed guard from the knees the RIGHT WAY

Beginner Henry Akins

Beginner BJJ Fundamentals - Opening Closed Guard from Knees Concepts - Jason Scully

Beginner Jason Scully

3 Ways To Open The Closed Guard

Beginner Gold BJJ

Week 2: Closed Guard Pass to Knee Slice

Beginner Carpio Jiu Jitsu