Extended Summary:
The Williams guard is a specialized / self-defense closed guard variation where you secure an overhook on one of your opponent’s arms while bringing your same-side leg high up on their back, creating a position that limits their mobility and sets up specific submissions and sweeps. Named after BJJ black belt Shawn Williams, this position creates immense pressure on your opponent’s trapped arm and shoulder while limiting their ability to strike, posture, or create frames. The high positioning of your leg makes triangles, omoplatas, and arm drags particularly effective.
Movement Techniques
Introduction to the core body mechanics required for all techniques in Jiu-Jitsu.
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Core Concepts in Jiu Jitsu
Core concepts and philosophies that will guide your success
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Key Positions and Control
Understand fundamental positions for control and submission opportunities.
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Guards, Guard Retention, and Guard Passing
Understand key guard types, retention, and essential passing strategies.
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Escapes and Defensive Movements
Build resilience through high-percentage escapes from dominant positions.
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Sweeps & Reversals
Reposition and reverse opponents using leverage and timing.
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Takedowns
Establish dominant positions by learning essential takedowns from both gi and no-gi scenarios.
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Core Submission Techniques
Learn the most fundamental submissions for white belts from dominant positions and guard.
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Kids’ Class BJJ Terms – The Language of Jiu-Jitsu: Kids’ Terms to Adult Techniques
Glossary of popular terms
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