Half Guard Retention & Octopus Secrets!

Stop getting flattened in half-guard. In this video I cover step-by-step defensive pummeling to stop head control, how to shut down the near-side underhook, simple counters for the over-back grip and reverse tight-waist control, and a handful of high-percentage attacking options off Octopus Half Guard so you can turn defense into offense. What you’ll learn • How to pummel defensively so they can’t control your head or pin your shoulders. • A reliable sequence vs the near-side underhook that gives you breathing room and movement. • How to break or neutralize an over-back grip and a reverse tight-waist so you stop being crushed. • Three octopus half-guard attacks that work once you’ve cleared grips. Want more like this? If you liked this, hit Subscribe and ring the bell — I drop technique breakdowns, positional escape series, and battle tested techniques every week. 👍 Like | 🔁 Share | 💬 Comment: What position do you want me to fix next? 📌 Pin a training request in the comments and I’ll cover the most requested ones. #HalfGuard #OctopusGuard #BJJ #NoGi #JiuJitsu #GuardRetention #BJJDrills #submissiongrappling