CLASS: Backtake Counters for Reverse Half Guard without Crossface (13-Nov-25)
Class Instructions
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11m
You can enter the Reverse Half Guard without the crossface where your elbow is under the opponent's armpit or next to his head. In either case, the backtake counter will open up if you don't apply the crossface.
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