Many Brazilian jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts practitioners will be faced with the half guard almost every time they roll or in an actual fight. There are two types of half guard. Top half guard and bottom half guard. No matter which guard position you are in there are certain techniques that you can use to gain an advantage over your opponent. For example, When you practice jiu-jitsu you learn how to submit from the top position and also the bottom position. And if you defend yourself well on the bottom and preserve your energy well you can maneuver from a defensive position to an offensive position. Continue reading →