Dan and Andy discuss the differences between close and long range guards, the pros and cons of the different ranges, the how's, why's and when they should be utilized.   This is a deep dive into a topic which should aid you tactically and strategically in your Jiu Jitsu.  Understanding the range of your guard or your passing approach and how to use variations of range to create opportunity is critical for success.   Also, the two Jiu Jitsu fanatics explore the various layers of guard structure and pay tribute to Ryan Hall with a discussion on  the "Shape" of a guard pass.  The show ends on the age old topic of how to deal with the problem (or illusion of a problem) of training partners who "use too much strength" in Jiu Jitsu.   

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