Taking the back from positions like Mount, Side Control and Half Guard is something that you’re probably used to aim for, something that you’ve likely practiced for hundreds and hundreds of repetitions. But, what about taking the back from a sitting guard? Can you take the back from this position?
Not everything has to be complicated in order to work in Jiu-Jitsu… As a matter of fact, lots of great techniques are simple.
For example, this simple Sit-Up Guard back take setup.
Thomas Rozdzynski demonstrates:
Get Rid Of All That Talk About “Inverting” and “Climbing” And See How You Can Take The Back As An Older Grappler With This Guide From Black Belt Instructor & BJJ Podcaster Thomas Rozdynski.
- Stop climbing up the back with athletic, difficult back takes as Thomas teaches you instead how to manage the position and bring them to you instead.
- Place hooks and take full control of the back with slow, methodical methods from Thomas, including lessons on preventing escapes and gift wrapping for more success.
