Positions & control · Gi & no-gi
Replace the knee shield with an underhook
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Use the space created by your shield to change upper-body control.
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WATCH VIDEO · 3 min section · 0:59–3:09
Opens the video at this section · No-gi demonstrationHalf Guard Frame - How To Prevent The Guard Pass by Tom Deblass
Tom DeBlass / Bernardo Faria BJJ Fanatics
Setup & key ideas
Before you start
- A working knee shield, an inside upper-body frame and a retained lower-leg connection.
Key ideas
- Keep the framing arm inside as the shield withdraws.
- Replace the lost space with an underhook while they come forward.
Common pitfalls
- Removing the shield before the replacement control is available.
Connections Reactions and next steps
If they react…
IF
Before you establish the underhook, they stand and release your lower leg
Retain the inside arm frame and connect a foot to the hip as the lower leg clears. Recover both legs facing the passer before treating this as open guard; standing alone does not establish the recovery.
Explore Knee-shield recovery when they standWhere this can lead
- Half guard · Playing guard
The shield is replaced by a stable underhook and side position.