PREVENT GUARD SLAMS - TECH THURSDAY - DARUMA DOJO FT PROFESSOR ALBERTO - BJJ - 10082026

Knowing when to release your closed guard is an important safety skill in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

When an opponent stands up and begins lifting you off the ground, maintaining a locked closed guard can put you in a dangerous position. If they lose balance or attempt to slam you, the impact can result in serious injury.

In this Tech Thursday episode, Professor Alberto demonstrates how transitioning from closed guard to open guard can help prevent an opponent from lifting and slamming you.

The key is recognizing when your opponent begins to elevate your body and understanding that your closed guard is no longer serving its original purpose.

By opening the guard and establishing a hook around the opponent's leg, you can interfere with their ability to lift you while maintaining a connection that allows you to continue working offensively.

Professor Alberto also demonstrates how this defensive adjustment can lead directly into X-Guard, creating opportunities to extend your opponent's base, disrupt their balance and execute a sweep.

This is an important lesson for BJJ practitioners at every belt level.

A guard position should give you control over the exchange, not leave you vulnerable to unnecessary risk.

Recognizing when to transition is just as important as knowing how to maintain a position.

Protect yourself first. Transition to open guard. Then look for opportunities to sweep.

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