1-800-BJJ-HELP #148 Greg Souders: Deep Dive on Guard, Front Headlock, Turtle and More
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Aug 24, 2025 
Greg Souders, a Jiu-Jitsu coach at Standard Jiu-Jitsu, dives deep into the intricacies of guard positions, discussing the nuances between inside and outside guards. He shares tactical insights for mastering positions like front headlock and turtle while stressing the importance of body awareness for injury prevention. The conversation also highlights the evolving dynamics of grappling culture and the significance of mentorship. Plus, there's a glimpse into innovative training methods for upcoming competitions!
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Inside vs Outside Is Alignment
- Inside vs outside refers to alignment: where your feet sit relative to your partner's limbs and it changes your available actions.
- Inside favors linear pull/push, while outside affords rotation and flanking opportunities.
Begin Guard Training Inside First
- Start beginners in inside foot positioning to teach hooking and linear pulling because it's easier to learn forward/back control.
- Then train transitions from inside to outside so students learn rotation later.
Train The Connection First
- Teach connections by starting in the desired attachment and prolonging time there so students feel its effects.
- Then practice getting feet into that position from different guards repeatedly to build robustness.