#46 What Are the Key Battles in Open Guard?

In this episode, we dive into the intricate realm of open guard. We discuss Jake's insights regarding the most suitable guards for beginners. We explore the hierarchical structure among guards like Dela Riva, Reverse Dela Riva, Butterfly, Clamp Guard, K-Guard, Single Leg X, X-Guard, and others. Jake outlines distinct strategies for facing a standing opponent versus a kneeling one, pinpointing the applicable guards for each case. Additionally, we generate ideas for training games aimed at enhancing your open guard skills. Hope you enjoy! Thanks for the continued support.

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