Half guard

Names by art: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Meia-guarda · MMA: Half guard · Judo: Ashi-garami

Appears in 3 arts.

⚠ Train with an instructor. Learn and practise this technique only under a qualified instructor, on a suitable surface and with a cooperative partner. This page explains; it does not replace a teacher.

Biomechanics: what the body does

The bottom fighter traps one of the opponent’s legs between their own legs. With an underhook and the body on its side, it is a launch point for sweeps and back takes; flat on the back it is a defensive position.

Appears in 3 arts

Art	Name used in this art
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu	Meia-guarda
MMA	Half guard
Judo	Ashi-garami

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Wabukan (2026). “Half guard”. https://wabukan.com/tecnicas/meia-guarda (accessed 2026-10-30).

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