Foundation: Hand Position and Grip
The critical first principle of lasso guard is proper hand positioning on the opponent's cuff. The palm must face upward toward the ceiling to prevent the opponent from easily rotating out of the grip. A hook grip should be maintained rather than a full fist clench, as sustained squeezing causes premature fatigue during extended matches.
Spider Lasso to Triangle
From the spider lasso structure, the practitioner curls the toes inward and pulls the opponent forward while simultaneously transitioning the opposite hand to the opponent's back shoulder. This creates the setup for an immediate triangle choke finish from the guard position.
Shallow Lasso Structure and Transitions
The shallow lasso, which positions the foot on the opponent's shoulder, allows the guard player to maintain connection during lateral escape attempts. When the opponent flattens the leg, the shallow lasso must immediately convert to a full lasso to prevent guard passage and establish dominant control.
Managing Hip Escape Angles
When an opponent attempts to escape laterally by walking around the guard, the practitioner must invert the knee and close the thigh gap toward the floor to maintain positional integrity. This defensive adjustment prevents guard passage and keeps the opponent squared to the guard player.
Lasso to Half Guard Knee Lever Sweep
Integrating half guard principles with the lasso creates a powerful knee lever sweep. By controlling the opponent's posted knee leg and pinching both feet to the mat while flaring the knees, the guard player executes a sweep that transitions into a top position with a stable hook.
Reverse De La Riva from Standing Opponent
When the opponent stands from the lasso guard, transitioning to reverse De La Riva allows the same flaring mechanism to work against a fully upright posture. Crossing the feet and driving the heels to the mat creates enough off-balance to successfully complete the sweep and establish top control.
The ONLY Lasso Guard Guide You’ll Ever Need
Key Takeaways
- •Foundation: Hand Position and Grip
- •Spider Lasso to Triangle
- •Shallow Lasso Structure and Transitions
- •Managing Hip Escape Angles
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about double lasso guard?
This video covers foundation: hand position and grip, spider lasso to triangle, shallow lasso structure and transitions. It provides detailed instruction from Precision MMA .
How long does it take to learn double lasso guard?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 6-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing double lasso guard?
Integrating half guard principles with the lasso creates a powerful knee lever sweep. By controlling the opponent's posted knee leg and pinching both feet to the mat while flaring the knees, the guard player executes a sweep that transitions into a top position with a stable hook.
