Closed guard is a dangerous place to be in for the one on top. Your opponent has so many options and you, realistically have very few. You either have to open it or force a submission. You need to get out of there ASAP.
Opening a strong closed guard in the Gi is usually very tough.
You can either stand explosively and use both hands to push open the legs or you can pass from the knees.
For No Gi you can try this one:
Most Effective Way To Open Closed Guard in No Gi; Can’t Get Triangled From Here
In this video about breaking closed guard from the knees, ADCC legend and multiple time BJJ world Champion Andre Galvao shows 2 common mistakes he sees his white belts run into. They’re simple mistakes but ones that can make a huge difference when breaking closed guard in BJJ.
The staggered hand grip guard break is usually the first one most people learn and is the one he first shares in the video.
Galvao was able pull this closed guard break at the highest level, against the great Rafael Lovato Jr.
If you’re having trouble breaking closed guard. This video will help.
Henry Akins Provides A Detailed Breakdown Of The Closed Guard Including Controlling Opponents, Avoiding Sweeps/Submissions, And MORE!
- Finding yourself inside the closed guard can be an absolute nightmare if you don’t have the right tools to manage the bottom player’s advances, and Akins’ has assembled the perfect roadmap to help you dominate from this common position.
- Change your game with Akins’ closed guard secrets derived from years of study and experience with the best practitioners in the world.
