The Only 3 Guards You Need After 40
Built on Control. No Inversions. No Flexibility. No Athleticism Required. Just A Guard That Actually Works.
Perfect for white belts & blue belts over 40 who are tired of guards that destroy their body and don't work against younger, stronger opponents.
The Over 40 Guard Dilemma
Your Guard Gets Passed and You Feel Helpless
You play guard and within seconds you're flattened under side control. You're stuck looking at the ceiling, gripping for dear life, with no idea what to actually DO. It's not Jiu-Jitsu — it's survival.
Guards That Require Strength, Flexibility & Inversions
Every guard you see online requires you to invert, berimbolo, or pretzel your spine. You need the flexibility of a gymnast and the explosiveness of a 22-year-old. Your body can't do that anymore. Maybe it never could.
Scrambles and Burning Out
Most guards lack real control. Everything turns into a scramble — and you lose every one. You're gripping, pulling, fighting, exhausted in 30 seconds. The young athletic guys stay fresh. You're gassed after one round.
No Game Plan — Just Stalling and Hoping
Someone gets in your guard and your mind goes blank. No strategy. No clear path to sweeps or submissions. You're just holding position, hoping they make a mistake. That's not a game plan. That's waiting to lose.
Guards With No Self-Defence Application
Sport guards look cool on Instagram. But what happens when someone's throwing punches? Most modern guards get you killed in a real situation. They were never designed for self-defence — just competition points.
Why The Guard Deep Dive Works For Practitioners Over 40
You don't need 50 guards. You need 3 guards built on control. When you control your opponent properly, everything changes.
Built on Control — Not Athleticism
When you control your opponent properly, you don't need to scramble. You don't need to explode. You dictate what happens — calmly, efficiently, and without burning energy. Your guard becomes a position, not a speed bump.
No Inversions. No Flexibility Required.
Your spine stays intact. Your knees stay healthy. These 3 guards work with your body, not against it. Safe to train at 40, 50, 60, and beyond.
Energy Efficient — Fewer Scrambles
Real control means fewer scrambles. And fewer scrambles means the young athletic guys lose their biggest advantage. You use less energy while your opponent uses more.
Clear Game Plan — Only 3 Guards to Learn
No more stalling and hoping. You don't need 50 guards. Chris shows you the 3 guards that actually work. You'll know exactly what to do — when to sweep, when to submit, and how to get there.
Works for Self-Defence
These guards were designed for real situations — not just points. They work when someone's trying to punch you, not just pass you.
Why Is The Guard Important?
The guard is Jiu-Jitsu's gift to martial arts.
Naturally, the person on top has the advantage. But a good guard flips the table. You need to know how to fight when you're on your back.
Here's something no one talks about: Sport Jiu-Jitsu has changed the nature of guard.
The guard used to be simple. It was designed for one thing — how to fight when you end up on your back. Staying safe from strikes. Protecting yourself from punches, headbutts, bites. Controlling someone who's trying to hurt you.
That's what guard was FOR.
Now? It's become about flashy inversions, spinning into footlocks, wrestling up for points, and Instagram highlight reels. Guards that require you to be a 22-year-old gymnast just to attempt them.
The honest truth? Guard is actually simple. But it's become needlessly complicated.
And I fell into the same trap.
My name is Chris "Bones" Burns, a 3rd degree black belt under Master Rickson Gracie. I spent years chasing the newest guard, the flashiest sweep, the latest competition technique. I did so much inverting that I couldn't stand up straight for years. My spine was wrecked. My body was destroyed — all from trying to play "modern" guard.
Everything changed when I met Master Rickson Gracie.
He taught me what the guard is actually FOR — and the most efficient way to play it. No inversions. No flexibility requirements. Just control.
Most students learn guards that set them up to fail. Spider guard that requires immense grip strength. De La Riva that contorts your knee. K guard that requires inverting.
These 3 guards are different. They're more efficient, more practical, and easier to learn. They won't destroy your body. And they actually work.
The 3 Guards You Need
You don't need 50 guards. You need 3. Each one is built on control. Each one works for self-defence. Each one is safe for your body.
1. Closed Guard (Clinch)
I'm going to show you how to make your closed guard a nightmare for your partner. How to create angles, break posture, and exhaust your partner.
2. Closed Vale Tudo
This is the game over position. Your partner cannot move, cannot escape, and submissions come easily.
3. Open Vale Tudo
This is when your guard gets opened. I'm going to show you how to manage the distance, keep your spine straight, and stop your partner from passing.
3 guards. That's it. Simple. Safe. Effective. No inversions. No gymnastics. Just guard that works for your body — at 40, 50, 60, and beyond.
What's Inside Guard Deep Dive
A complete guard system built on control. Each module is clear, structured, and designed specifically to help 40+ practitioners play guard safely and effectively.
The Complete Guard Deep Dive System Includes:
Everything designed with the 40+ practitioner in mind
Additional Course Features
Lifetime Access
Review lessons whenever you need at your own pace
Stream Anywhere
Watch on any device — phone, tablet, laptop, or TV
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Access the full course library and community
Perfect For BJJ Practitioners Over 40
This complete guard system is designed specifically for practitioners who want guard that works without destroying their body — built on control, not athleticism.
What Are People Saying
Don't just take my word for it. Here's what other practitioners have experienced:
See It In Action: Sneak Peek
These videos give you a taste of what you'll learn inside the Guard Deep Dive course.
How To Not Get Picked Up In Guard
Chris shows the invisible principles of connection and weight distribution — and how to transition from Closed Guard to Closed Vale Tudo.
Open Vale Tudo Guard: Stop Your Partner From Passing
How to change the frame and keep your partner from passing. So simple. So effective.
These Videos Are Just The Beginning
The full Guard Deep Dive course includes 95+ lessons designed specifically to work for you.
The Complete Guard System For Over 40
3 guards. Built on control. Safe for your body.
Here's What You'll Get:
- Guard Deep Dive Course — 95+ lessons teaching the only 3 guards you need ($299 value)
- Closed Guard Challenge — Put your skills to the test with structured drills ($97 value)
- 1 Month FREE Golden Goats — Access to our entire course library for 30 days ($97 value)
- White Goat Community Access — Get support from other practitioners
- Lifetime Access — Keep Guard Deep Dive forever, including all future updates
Total Value: $493
Today's Price:
$97
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
What guards are covered in this course?
Guard Deep Dive covers 3 guards: Closed Guard (Clinch), Closed Vale Tudo, and Open Vale Tudo. These are the only guards you need. Each one is built on control, works for self-defence, and is safe for your body at any age.
Is this a one-time payment or subscription?
Guard Deep Dive is a one-time payment of $97 — you own it forever. The Golden Goats Community trial is free for 30 days, then $97/month if you choose to continue.
How does the Golden Goats trial work?
You get 30 days free access to Golden Goats Community. Cancel anytime before your 30 days and you won't be charged. We'll send you a reminder before you get billed so there are no surprises.
What if I'm not satisfied?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you've watched the course and found it's not for you (which is really rare), simply send an email to will@thebjjproject.com for a full refund.
Can I download the lessons?
Lessons are streamed (not downloadable) due to piracy concerns. However, you can watch on any device — phone, tablet, laptop, or TV — anywhere with an internet connection.
Do I need to be over 40 to benefit from this?
No! While the guards are especially valuable for practitioners over 40, anyone who wants guard that actually works will benefit. These guards are built on control — not athleticism — so they work regardless of age, size, or flexibility.
I'm a complete beginner. Is this for me?
Yes. Guard Deep Dive is designed for white belts and blue belts. Chris breaks everything down step by step. You don't need any prior guard knowledge — just a willingness to learn the right way from the start.
