Strikes From The Top (Guard Position)

The top in the Guard Position is a good position to "Ground and Pound" your opponent. Because you are on the top, your strikes are powerful. Be careful though because you can easily be submitted from this position.

Submissions From The Top (Guard Position)

There are only a handful of submissions from the top in the guard position. It is often better to strike or to pass one or both legs to get a better position.

Strikes From The Bottom (Guard Position)

Striking from the bottom in the guard position can be very effective even though you’re on the bottom.

Submissions From The Bottom (Guard Position)

From the MMA Guard Position on the bottom, there are many effective submission holds that can be applied. If you have to be on the bottom, this is the best position to be in.