Technique Tuesday: Understanding Guard Play

Transitioning Between Guards in Bjj

Mar 31, 2026

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Technique Tuesday is a weekly series where I share one principle, detail, or concept that can sharpen your Jiu-Jitsu. Instead of long instructionals, these are quick, practical breakdowns you can take straight to the mats.

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The goal is simple: give you something concrete to improve your game every Tuesday, while tying it into the bigger picture of growth both on and off the mats.

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Understanding Guard Play

There’s a difference between understanding individual guards and understanding guard play as a whole. It’s okay to be specialized in a specific guard or two, those can be your primary base of operation. But it’s also important to understand the connecting guards and how to use them when it best suites you.