Bridging the gap……

Training “modern” Jiu Jitsu styles for sports and competition often create a false sense of security or a state of active rest while in the closed guard. The most common reaction for experienced Jiu Jitsu practitioners is to establish the sleeve and collar grip and to begin to set up sweeps are attacks. This is NOT wrong, however this is the Jiu Jitsu competition mindset not the rule set we face in real world operations / scenarios which incorporate punches and headbutts. The focus in these scenarios should be maintaining your hostiles position up all the way out or in head control all the way down. There are multiple ways to train and practice the basic punch block series from the guard the key is to practice regularly in order to create muscle memory and make the control positions instinctual.

Experience is something you gain shortly after you need it. Seek out the required training before you need it and get home get home safe.