bottom position
Half Guard
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Position notes
A versatile guard position where one of the top player’s legs is trapped.
You are on bottom with one of your opponent's legs trapped between yours. Half guard is a versatile position offering underhook battles, knee shield frames, and sweeping opportunities. Modern half guard is an offensive weapon, not just a defensive fallback.
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