Spider Guard- Setups and Attacks Part 1 and competition footage

Overview

This instructional video breaks down the foundational setup and primary attacks of Spider Guard. The instructor emphasizes establishing a 'double sleeve' grip as the core definition of the position, detailing specific entries from guard retention and lasso setups. Key technical focus includes breaking grips by targeting the elbow-rib gap rather than kicking wide, and transitioning into Omoplata or Triangle chokes. The video concludes with strategic commentary on why submission threats from the bottom are critical for winning matches against skilled passers.

What's covered

1. 0:00Spider Guard Setup Mechanics
2. 4:26Breaking Grips and Attacking
3. 7:55Strategic Value of Bottom Submissions

Techniques in this video

1. 01
   Lasso to Spider Guard Entry

   1:58 – 4:25·Guard·Transition
2. 02
   Omoplata from Spider Guard

   5:10 – 7:25·Guard·Submission

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