Jiu-Jitsu
Knee Shield to Back Take
Turn a retained guard into an offensive back exposure
9 min
5 x 6 reps per side
Advanced
Why this drill
Builds toward turn a retained guard into an offensive back exposure.
Instructions
- 1Establish a knee shield frame against a standing or kneeling passer.
- 2As they load weight forward, load your outside heel and roll your hip under.
- 3Come up on your near shoulder and swim your bottom arm to their far side.
- 4Climb to their back before flattening yourself out.
What to focus on
Rolling under on the passer's forward pressure instead of fighting it head-on.
Recommended reps
5 x 6 reps per side
Common mistake
Retaining guard passively without ever threatening a sweep or back take.