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Guard Pulls

Kurze Einführung​

Guard pulling is the strategic art of bringing the fight to the ground while establishing dein preferred Guard Position. Rather than engaging in potentially risky takedown exchanges, Guard pulls allow du to dictate the pace, start from dein strongest Position, and immediately begin attacking. When executed properly, Guard pulls are controlled, safe, and set du up for immediate offensive opportunities.

Positions-Übersicht​

Station: Standing

Achieved from: Grip fighting Kontrolle, strategic decision to avoid takedown exchange, competition strategy

Führt zu: Closed Guard, butterfly Guard, open Guard variations

Guard Pull Types (4 Main Variations)​

🎯 Closed Guard Pull (Most Fundamental)​

Ziel

Safely bring fight to ground while immediately establishing closed Guard Kontrolle

Main Characteristic

Controlled sit-down with immediate leg wrap around Gegner's waist; emphasis on maintaining Grips throughout

Ausführung (Schritt für Schritt)

  1. Etabliere strong Grips (collar and sleeve, or double collar)
  2. Step back slightly to create space
  3. Sit down in controlled manner (don't jump or fall)
  4. Keep Grips tight throughout descent
  5. Immediately wrap legs around waist
  6. Lock ankles behind Gegner's back
  7. Break ihr Haltung down with Grips
  8. Begin attacking from closed Guard

Kritische Details

  • Never release Grips during pull
  • Sit down controlled, not falling backward
  • Legs wrap immediately as du sit
  • Pull Gegner forward as du descend
  • Land with strong Haltung Kontrolle
  • Don't give sie time to establish standing Position

Taktischer Vorteil

Safest Guard pull; immediate Kontrolle; natural for beginners; prevents Gegner establishing Grips; starts du in fundamental Position; excellent for gi

🦋 Butterfly Guard Pull (Dynamic Kontrolliere)​

Ziel

Etabliere butterfly Guard with immediate sweeping threats and offensive options

Main Characteristic

Sitting Position with hooks inside Gegner's thighs; active hip Bewegung and constant sweeping threats

Ausführung (Schritt für Schritt)

  1. Etabliere sleeve and collar Grips (or wrist and collar)
  2. Sit to butterfly Position (hooks inside thighs)
  3. Halte strong Grip Kontrolle throughout
  4. Elevate with butterfly hooks
  5. Create immediate sweeping threats
  6. Break Gegner's Haltung forward
  7. Attack with sweeps or submissions

Technical Details

  • Hooks go inside Gegner's thighs immediately
  • Keep Gewicht forward on hooks
  • Use Grips to pull Gegner onto du
  • Constant elevation threat with hooks
  • More dynamic than closed Guard
  • Excellent for Sweep-focused game

Taktischer Vorteil

Immediate offensive threats; high sweeping percentage; works excellently no-gi; dynamic and active; prevents Gegner settling into Position

🪑 Sitting Guard Pull (Modern Approach)​

Ziel

Etabliere seated open Guard Position with immediate Kontrolle and attack options

Main Characteristic

Seated Position with one or both legs managing distance; emphasis on Grip Kontrolle and leg framing

Ausführung (Schritt für Schritt)

  1. Etabliere controlling Grips (sleeve and pants, or double sleeve)
  2. Sit to ground in controlled manner
  3. Immediately establish leg frames (shin on hip, De la Riva Hook, etc.)
  4. Use Grips to break Gegner's Haltung
  5. Create Winkel with hip Bewegung
  6. Threaten sweeps and submissions
  7. Prevent Gegner establishing passing Grips

Wann zu verwenden

  • Modern sport BJJ approach
  • Against aggressive Guard passers
  • When du prefer open Guard variations
  • Excellent for lighter practitioners
  • Technical, Bewegung-based game

Taktischer Vorteil

Maximum flexibility; multiple Guard variations available; excellent distance management; modern competition approach; hard to Pass immediately

🌊 Dynamic Guard Pull (Advanced Entries)​

Ziel

Pull Guard while creating immediate submission or Sweep threats; combining Guard pull with attack

Main Characteristic

Pull Guard directly into attacking Position (triangle setup, arm drag, etc.); seamless transition from standing to attack

Execution (Step by Step - Triangle Entry Example)

  1. Etabliere controlling Grips with triangle in mind
  2. Pull Guard while pulling arm across
  3. Immediately bring leg over shoulder
  4. Lock triangle Position as du land
  5. Finish submission or Sweep from there

Alternative Dynamic Pulls:

  • Arm drag to back take while pulling
  • Kimura Grip to Guard with immediate attack
  • Flying triangle/armbar (high risk, high reward)
  • Omoplata entry from standing

Wann zu verwenden

  • Advanced practitioners
  • Competition situations needing immediate finish
  • Against defensive Gegner
  • When du have perfect Grip setup
  • High-level risk/reward scenarios

Taktischer Vorteil

Immediate submission threat; Gegner forced to defend immediately; highlight-reel technique; demonstrates technical proficiency

Important Observations (General Rules)​

Kernprinzipien​

  1. 🎯 Grip Kontrolle is non-negotiable - Never pull Guard without secure Grips; Grips prevent sie establishing passing Position
  2. 💪 Controlled descent, not falling - Sit down with purpose and Kontrolle; falling creates scrambles and danger
  3. ⏱️ Immediate Guard establishment - Lock Guard Position instantly; don't give Gegner time to Pass
  4. 🔄 Posture breaking is priority - Pull Gegner forward as du descend; broken Haltung prevents immediate passing
  5. 🎮 Guard type selection - Choose based on situation:
    • Closed Guard → Maximum Kontrolle, fundamental
    • Butterfly Guard → Sweeping focused, dynamic
    • Sitting Guard → Modern approach, technical
    • Dynamic Pull → Advanced, attack-focused

Verbindung zu Theorien​

Applying core principles:

  • Space Management: Kontrolliere distance with Grips; manage space with legs
  • Support Maintenance: Constant Grip connection; never release during transition
  • Weight Distribution: Pull Gegner's Gewicht onto du; create off-Balance
  • Structural Relations: Break ihr Haltung line; maintain dein Guard structure
  • Movement Adaptation: Adjust Guard type based on Gegner's reactions

Häufige Fehler​

⚠️ Pulling without Grips - Allows Gegner to establish passing Position immediately; very dangerous

⚠️ Jumping to Guard - Landing uncontrolled; risk of injury; creates scrambles instead of Position

⚠️ Not breaking Haltung - Gegner stands tall and passes easily; no Kontrolle established

⚠️ Releasing Grips during pull - Loses all Kontrolle; Gegner can Pass or attack

⚠️ Fear-based falling - Panic reaction instead of controlled technique; creates vulnerability

⚠️ No immediate Guard lock - Sitting without establishing Guard; easy to Pass

⚠️ Wrong Guard for situation - Pulling closed Guard against standing passer; tactical error

🥋 Guard Pull Setups and Entries​

From Collar and Sleeve Grips​

Setup: Traditional gi Grip fighting Position

Entry:

  1. Etabliere collar Grip (one hand)
  2. Etabliere sleeve Grip (other hand)
  3. Pull Gegner slightly forward
  4. Sit down while pulling sie onto du
  5. Wrap legs immediately
  6. Break Haltung with collar Grip
  7. Land in closed Guard

Wichtige Details: Pull sie forward as du sit; Grips stay tight; natural for gi

Taktischer Einsatz: Most common competition pull; fundamental entry; reliable and safe

From Double Sleeve Kontrolliere​

Setup: Modern sport BJJ Grip configuration

Entry:

  1. Etabliere both sleeve Grips
  2. Pull one arm across and down
  3. Sit to butterfly or sitting Guard
  4. Immediately establish hooks or leg frames
  5. Break ihr Haltung forward
  6. Attack with sweeps or transitions

Wichtige Details: Prevents sie establishing collar Grips; excellent Kontrolle; modern approach

Taktischer Einsatz: Competition standard; prevents Gegner's Grips; technical Kontrolle

From Underhook Kontrolliere​

Setup: Clinch or close-range Grip fighting

Entry:

  1. Etabliere deep underhook
  2. Kontrolliere opposite wrist or sleeve
  3. Sit to butterfly Guard
  4. Halte underhook throughout
  5. Opposite arm controls ihr arm
  6. Immediate Sweep threats
  7. Attack from butterfly Guard

Wichtige Details: Underhook extremely valuable in Guard; sitting maintains Kontrolle; Sweep-focused

Taktischer Einsatz: No-gi excellent; natural from clinch; immediate offensive options

From Failed Takedown Attempt​

Setup: Dein takedown attempt gets defended

Entry:

  1. Attempt takedown
  2. Gegner defends successfully (sprawl, etc.)
  3. Instead of continuing, sit to Guard
  4. Etabliere Grips and Guard Position
  5. Better than exhausting dich selbst forcing takedown

Wichtige Details: Strategic adaptation; preserves energy; maintains offensive Position

Taktischer Einsatz: Competition strategy; prevents stalling penalties; smart energy management

Flying Guard Pulls (Advanced)​

Setup: Dynamic entry for experienced practitioners

Entry Example (Flying Triangle):

  1. Etabliere controlling Grips
  2. Jump with one leg over shoulder
  3. Pull arm across body
  4. Lock triangle as du swing around
  5. Finish triangle or Sweep

Risk Factors:

  • High injury risk if mistimed
  • Requires perfect Grip Kontrolle
  • Easy to counter if expected
  • Only for advanced practitioners
  • Spectacular when successful

Wichtige Details: Only attempt with perfect setup; train extensively first; know landing mechanics

Taktischer Einsatz: Highlight technique; surprises Gegner; competition finisher

🎓 Training Progressions​

Solo-Übungen​

  1. Sit-Out Drill (20 reps)

    • From standing, sit to Guard Position
    • Übe controlled descent
    • Return to standing
    • Baue auf comfort with Guard pull motion
    • Foundation for all pulls

  2. Guard Entry Shadow (5 minutes)

    • Simulate Guard pulls with invisible Gegner
    • Übe Grip patterns
    • Controlled sit-downs
    • Immediate Guard locks
    • Baue auf muscle memory

  3. Technical Stand-Up (20 reps)

    • From Guard Position, stand back up
    • Safe mechanics
    • Reverse of Guard pull
    • Essential for Guard retention
    • Complete the cycle

Partner-Übungen​

Level 1: Cooperative Pulling (No Resistance)

  • Partner allows du to pull Guard
  • Übe perfect mechanics
  • Fokussiere on Grips and controlled descent
  • 10 reps each Guard type
  • Baue auf technical foundation

Level 2: Light Resistance (25%)

  • Partner provides basic defense
  • Übe maintaining Grips
  • Fokussiere on Haltung breaking
  • 3-minute rounds
  • Building under Druck

Level 3: Positional Sparring (50%)

  • Start from Grip fighting
  • Pull Guard against realistic defense
  • Partner tries to prevent or immediately Pass
  • 3-minute rounds
  • Fokussiere on Timing and Kontrolle

Level 4: Live Guard Pulling (100%)

  • Full resistance standing exchanges
  • Pull Guard in live situations
  • Gegner tries to Pass immediately
  • 3-minute rounds
  • Competition simulation

Common Drill Sequences​

Drill 1: Guard Pull to Attack

  1. Etabliere Grips
  2. Pull to closed Guard
  3. Break Haltung
  4. Immediately attack triangle or Sweep
  5. 10 complete sequences
  6. No pause between pull and attack

Drill 2: Multiple Guard Pulls

  1. Attempt closed Guard pull
  2. If defended, switch to butterfly
  3. If defended, switch to sitting Guard
  4. Flow through all options
  5. 5-minute continuous flow

Drill 3: Pull and Retain

  1. Pull to dein best Guard
  2. Partner immediately tries to Pass
  3. Du retain and recover Guard
  4. 3-minute rounds
  5. Building Guard retention

See closed Guard details

Progressions-Zeitplan​

Following training methods:

  • Week 1-2: Closed Guard pull mechanics only
  • Week 3-4: Breaking Haltung, basic Kontrolle
  • Week 5-8: Butterfly or sitting Guard pulls
  • Month 3-6: Live application, immediate attacks
  • Month 6+: Competition ready, teaching others

🔧 Troubleshooting Guide​

Problem: Gegner Passes Immediately After Pull​

Solutions:

  1. Never release Grips during pull
  2. Break ihr Haltung as du sit
  3. Lock Guard Position faster
  4. Pull sie onto du, not away
  5. Studiere Guard retention
  6. Übe Haltung breaking drills

Problem: Can't Kontrolliere Descent (Falling)​

Solutions:

  1. Übe sit-out drills daily
  2. Step back before sitting
  3. Don't rush the pull
  4. Halte Grip tension throughout
  5. Baue auf core strength
  6. Start from lower stance

Problem: Gegner Stands and Passes​

Solutions:

  1. Wrong Guard type for situation
  2. Pull sie forward harder
  3. Use closed Guard initially (prevents standing)
  4. Or accept standing and transition to open Guard
  5. Improve Haltung breaking mechanics

Problem: Losing Grips During Pull​

Solutions:

  1. Etabliere stronger initial Grips
  2. Don't release tension during sit
  3. Pull sie onto du as du descend
  4. Übe Grip fighting first
  5. Strengthen Grip specifically
  6. Review Grip fighting

Problem: Getting Injured During Pulls​

Solutions:

  1. Never jump to Guard carelessly
  2. Kontrolliere dein descent
  3. Don't attempt flying techniques without training
  4. Land on proper surface
  5. Übe falling mechanics (ukemi)
  6. Progress gradually to dynamic pulls

💡 Advanced Concepts​

Guard Pull Strategy by Ruleset​

IBJJF Rules:

  • No penalty for Guard pull
  • No points awarded for pull
  • Safe strategic option
  • Fokussiere on Sweep or submission from Guard
  • Time limits matter

ADCC Rules:

  • Negative points for Guard pull in some situations
  • Encourages takedown attempts
  • Strategic pulling still viable
  • Must be active from Guard
  • Points system different

Submission Only:

  • Guard pull completely viable
  • No points to worry about
  • Pure submission focus
  • Can pull immediately
  • Strategic patience option

Grip Fighting Integration​

Pre-Pull Grip Kontrolliere:

  • Etabliere Grips before pulling
  • Prevent Gegner's Grips
  • Break ihr preferred Grips
  • Kontrolliere ihr Haltung
  • Set up dein attack

Grip Combinations for Different Guards:

Closed Guard Pull:

  • Collar and sleeve (traditional)
  • Double collar (Haltung breaking)
  • Cross collar (choke threat)

Butterfly Guard Pull:

  • Sleeve and collar
  • Double underhooks (ideal)
  • Overhook and underhook

Sitting Guard Pull:

  • Double sleeve (modern)
  • Sleeve and pants
  • Wrist and collar

See detailed Grip strategy

Competition Strategy​

When to Pull Guard:

  • Gegner is superior wrestler
  • Dein Guard is stronger than takedowns
  • Time management (late in match)
  • Point situation favors bottom Position
  • Energy conservation
  • Avoid risky exchanges

When NOT to Pull Guard:

  • Down on points (need takedown score)
  • Gegner has superior passing
  • Ruleset penalizes pulling
  • Du have takedown advantage
  • Fresh match, want to establish dominance

Gi vs No-Gi Guard Pulls​

Gi Guard Pulls:

  • More Grip options available
  • Easier to Kontrolle descent
  • Closed Guard highly effective
  • Collar Grips break Haltung
  • More controlled overall
  • Traditional approach works

No-Gi Guard Pulls:

  • Limited Grip options
  • Requires tighter Kontrolle
  • Butterfly Guard preferred
  • Underhooks critical
  • More dynamic
  • Wrestling influence strong
  • Sweeps more important than Kontrolle

Dynamic Guard Pull Timing​

Perfektioniere Timing Indicators:

  • Gegner's hands high or wide
  • Their Gewicht shifting forward
  • Sie're reaching for Grips
  • Between stance adjustments
  • Sie're moving toward du
  • Their Haltung broken already

Poor Timing Indicators:

  • Their Haltung strong and upright
  • Hands ready and low
  • Weight back and balanced
  • Sie expect the pull
  • No Grip Kontrolle established
  • Du're off-Balance

🎯 Belt-Level Expectations​

White Belt Ziele​

Referenced in Anfängerreise:

  • Understand basic Guard pull concept (Month 1-2)
  • Safe closed Guard pull mechanics
  • Controlled descent without falling
  • Maintaining Grips throughout pull
  • Breaking Haltung after pull
  • Not getting passed immediately

Blue Belt Entwicklung​

Referenced in Skill-Progressionskarte:

  • Multiple Guard pull types (closed, butterfly, sitting)
  • Integration with Grip fighting
  • Immediate attacks from Guard after pull
  • Competition-ready Guard pulls
  • Teaching white belts basics
  • Strategic pull Timing

Purple Belt Meisterschaft​

  • Complete Guard pull system
  • Dynamic pulls with attack combinations
  • Advanced Grip strategies
  • Competition specialization
  • Teaching advanced concepts
  • Seamless standing to Guard game
  • Guard pull becomes primary strategy

🎯 Next Steps​

After understanding Guard pull fundamentals:

  1. Meistere closed Guard pull → Safest, most fundamental option
  2. Perfektioniere Grip Kontrolle → Review Grip Fighting thoroughly
  3. Füge hinzu butterfly pull → Baue auf dynamic option
  4. Connect to attacks → Immediate submissions or sweeps
  5. Studiere Guard retention → Guard dynamics
  6. Competition application → Test under Druck
  7. Baue auf complete Guard game → Pull becomes automatic entry

🔗 Related Resources​

Standing Station Components​

Guard Positions From Pulls​

Guard Dynamics​

Submissions From Guard After Pull​

Fundamental Concepts​

Progress Tracking​