1-800-BJJ-HELP #158 Outside Guards: K Guard, DLR, and Entering Legs
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Oct 26, 2025 The hosts dive into Lucas Kanard's instructional on attacking from outside guards. They discuss the challenges of using outside positions and the pivotal role of foot tracking to the opponent's armpits. Techniques like scoop grips and K-guard transitions are analyzed for their effectiveness in controlling opponents. The conversation also touches on the intricacies of knee rotation and adapting strategies based on the opponent's movements. Drilling methods and the importance of risk management are highlighted, providing a comprehensive look at advanced guard dynamics.
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Progressive Structure Builds Cohesive Guard Games
- Lucas Canard structures outside-guard instruction from deep entanglements to open entries, making progression logical and teachable.
- This sequencing helps learners connect K-guard, DLR, body-X, and leg-attacking transitions into one cohesive system.
From Inside Guard To Outside Experiments
- Josh started from an inside-oriented guard background and found Lucas's outside-guard ideas filled gaps in his game.
- He experimented with K-guard and key master but got frustrated by quick toreando passes when opponents grabbed both feet.
Closed-Guard Lasso Entry Paid Off In Practice
- Jake found the closed-guard lasso entry recently 'money' for getting into Key Master during live rolling and competition footage study.
- He uses a wrist grip or scoop grip to create the turn and space to pummel the lasso reliably.