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Guillotine defence

DefenceFundamentalGi and no-gi
Where this leadsStay in Closed guard, topHold it, then pick your next move.
What this stopsGuillotine from guardClosed guard, bottom · 2 videosGuillotine from butterflyOpen guard, bottom · 2 videos

Key details

  1. Hand on their wristPull down on the choking arm to make space.
  2. Stay low, not tallPosturing up into it makes the choke tighter.
  3. Move to the side of the trapped armWalk your hips round to the arm's side.
  4. Drive your shoulder into their facePressure takes away their angle.