BJJ Blueprint Series : Half Guard to the Octopus Guard

A lot of people who do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu find it hard to survive and fight back from bottom half guard. The good news? The Octopus Guard is a strong tool that can turn this weak spot into a treasure trove of chances to attack.

In this insightful tutorial by BJJ black belt Marcos Tinoco, a prominent disciple of Marcelo Garcia, you'll discover how to transition safely and effectively from half guard into the Octopus Guard—a position often overlooked but extremely effective for defence, sweeps, and back takes.

Important things to remember from the video:

- How to Get into Octopus Guard from Half Guard:The transition involves controlling the opponent’s lapel or sleeve to prevent them from crushing your position, keeping your shoulders off the ground, and establishing strong hooks and grips.

- Top 3 Attacks from Octopus Guard: You'll learn two sweeps and one high-percentage back take that can change the course of the fight in your favour, giving you control and power.

- Important Safety Tips: Learn how to keep your opponent from getting past your guard by stiff-arming their belt and actively managing your hooks. This will help you avoid getting smashed down.

The Octopus Guard transforms the feeling of being stuck in bottom half guard into a calm, confident offensive strategy. Whether you find yourself in this position by accident or want to proactively enter it, mastering the Octopus Guard will elevate your grappling game.

Add this game-changing position to your training sessions and see how your bottom game becomes more exciting and dangerous.

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