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Guard Deep Dive - Master The Guard

Master The Guard. Be Smoke, Deception & Nightmare.

The most important aspect of BJJ that Chris Bones Burns learned from Master Rickson Gracie - preserved before it gets lost forever

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The Guard is all about being a pyramid and creating angles. Your partner should always feel like they're one step behind.
β€” Chris Bones Burns

Hear From Chris Himself

Why this is the most important course he's ever created

The Complete System

Guard Deep Dive

The only course that teaches both sport BJJ and self-defense applications of the guard

Stay safe when your back hits the mat
Control opponents much bigger than you
Learn when to execute (not just how)
Self-defense when someone's punching your face
High-percentage sweeps and submissions that actually work
Guard Deep Dive Course
Why This Course Matters

Tired of Not Having a Guard That Works?

Can't invert and your back hurts just thinking about it
Injuries won't let you wrestle up or rely on gorilla grips
Modern guards require speed and flexibility you don't have
Young athletes are passing your guard like it's not even there
Nobody teaches what to do if someone tries to punch your face
Building Blocks System

Master the Fundamentals

Chris shows you how to use the Building Blocks of Jiu-Jitsu from the guard position

Base & Connection
Weight Distribution & Timing
The Middle & Distance Management
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Control distance instead of relying on grips
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Create angles instead of using speed
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Three essential guard types only
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Self-defense applications with strikes
"This is what I wish somebody had shown me on day one - how do you stay safe? All I wanted to know was how to not get my ass kicked."
β€” Chris Bones Burns
Control Destination Section

It's All About Control

When you can't rely on speed and athleticism, you need a guard built on intelligence and efficiency

1

Closed Guard

Foundation control using the Building Blocks principles

2

Closed Vale Tudo

Add striking awareness and self-defense applications

3

Open Vale Tudo

Dynamic distance management with striking integration

The Pyramid Principle

All three guards work from the same principle: being a pyramid and creating angles to be effective and efficient. No speed or athleticism required.

The Result

You will feel safe in your guard. Your guard will become like quicksand where your partner will become stuck and exhausted.

What's Inside Course Content

What's Inside

6 comprehensive modules with 60+ lessons covering every aspect of guard play

1
Closed Guard Clinch
14 lessons β€’ Foundation & Survival
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Introduction
Clinch
How to Hold Clinch
Strike Deflection 1
Strike Deflection 2
Shifting Angles
Front Choke Shifting
Biting
Staying Sticky
Hip, Bump, Sweep and Dismount
Stand In Base
Standing In Guard
Hip Hug - Heel Kick
Hip Hug Drill
Maintenance Drill
2
Closed Vale Tudo Guard
10 lessons β€’ Striking & Self-Defense
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Bite and Shift
Strike and Shift
Locking them in
Striking
Sweeps
Taking the Back
Distance Management
Pickup Slam Defence
Triangle to Mount
Situp To Back Take
3
Tie-Up Control
1 lesson β€’ Control Foundation
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Tie-Up and Control
4
Tie-Up Applications
8 lessons β€’ Striking & Transitions
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Wide Strike Sitting up Fast
Knee Strike with Hand
Wide Strike Vale Tudo Clinch
Striking with Knees
Side to Side VT Entry
Ramp Block
Pop Up (Not Coming Forward) Kicks
Disengage
5
Open Vale Tudo Guard
40+ lessons β€’ Complete Open Guard System
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Open Guard Recovery
Closed Clinch Recovery
Compare Strike Distance
Back Take (Deflection)
Half Guard Recovery
Top Leg Threat (8 lessons)
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Fast Sit Up
Punch Protection
Up-Kick
Half Guard
Leg Pummel Drill
Switch Sides Pummel
Pants Grab Pummel
Body Smash Pummel
Bottom Leg Threat (4 lessons)
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Leg Push Pummel
Scissor Sweep
Strike to Setup Sweep
Reaching to Sweep
Introduction (2 lessons)
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Hip Escape Frame
Maintaining the Frame
Striking (2 lessons)
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Striking
Pad Kicking Drill
Top Hand Reach (5 lessons)
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Arm Weight Test
Hammock
Spread The Chicken
Leg Kick Out
Pivot to Mount
Disengaging (2 lessons)
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Stand in Base
Defensive
Standing Opponent (22 lessons)
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Getting Feet On Hips
Adding Weight
Manage Distance Shoulder Walk
Tracking Hips
Grip Breaks
Feet On Shins
Balloon Sweep 1.0
Running Recovery
Roll Over Defence
Leg Hook Sweep
Knee On Belly Recovery
Knee On Sternum
Duck Under
No Ankle Grip Break
GI Ankle Grip Break
GI Knee Grip Break
Reguard
Double Ankle Sweep
Balloon Sweep 2.0
Teeter Totter Drill
Reguard Opponent Behind
Rear Hair Grab
6
Closed Guard Clinch Maintenance
1 lesson β€’ Advanced Control
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Wrist Control in the Middle
Sneak Peek & Student Results

Sneak Peek & Student Results

See the techniques in action and real student feedback

Preview 1

Invisible Jiu-Jitsu

How to defend against strong people lifting you off the mat using base and connection

Preview 2

Distance Management

How to use strikes from the guard and control distance effectively

What Students Are Saying

Real feedback from practitioners who've transformed their guard game

Student Testimonial 1
Student Testimonial 2
Student Testimonial 3
Guard Deep Dive Final CTA
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Master The Guard

Transform your guard game with the complete system that gives you unshakeable control and devastating attacks from any position

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What's Included

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70+ comprehensive video lessons across 6 modules
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Complete Building Blocks system & fundamentals
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Real-world self-defense applications
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Mobile & desktop streaming + downloads
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🎁 Exclusive Bonus

Every Guard Deep Dive student receives 1 month FREE access to the Golden Goat's Inner Circle ($97 value) - our premium community featuring weekly coaching videos, monthly challenges, and $1,887+ worth of advanced courses.

βœ“ Weekly live coaching with Chris
βœ“ Monthly technique challenges
βœ“ Premium course library access
βœ“ Private community of serious practitioners
Guard Deep Dive FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about transforming your guard game with this proven system.

You get lifetime access to the entire Guard Deep Dive course. Once you purchase, you can stream or download all 70+ lessons and access them forever. No monthly fees, no expiration dates.
Absolutely! The course starts with fundamental Building Blocks and progressively builds your guard game. Whether you're a white belt or experienced practitioner, you'll discover new concepts and refine your understanding.
After your purchase, you'll receive an option to sign up for 1-month free access to the Golden Goat's Inner Circle. This gives you access to our premium community and additional training resources.
Yes! All 70+ lessons can be downloaded for offline viewing. Perfect for training camps, travel, or anywhere you don't have reliable internet access.
This is a complete, structured system based on Master Rickson Gracie's teachings. Every lesson builds on the previous one, creating a comprehensive understanding of guard principles that transforms how you approach guard play.