Control

Establishing HQ

Stepping into HQ from standing, killing the hooks and controlling the trapped leg.

Headquarters (HQ) · Guard Passing

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Gi & no-gi Intermediate

Rafael Lovato Jr on the headquarters position: grips, the trapped leg and the first pass from there.

Gi & no-gi Intermediate

Jon Thomas on headquarters as the most important passing position in jiu-jitsu.

Gi & no-gi Beginner

A clear introduction to headquarters: one knee up, one down, the trapped leg, and why it is the hub of modern passing.

Gi & no-gi Beginner

How to get into headquarters from standing and from a failed pass.