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Half Guard: BJJ Fundamentals - Go Further Faster by John Danaher has 377 customer reviews in this archive, averaging 4.98 out of 5. 98% are five-star and 0 are one or two stars. Reviews run from September 22, 2019 to August 30, 2026. All of them are published below in full, unedited.
all vdeos in this series. there is a lot of info but little by little it can all be learned and applied
More than tecnics, Danaher teaches concepts. With this instrucional u can become a high skilled Half Guarder, for sure.
Thanks again for this great content
This particular tutorial has helped me tremendously. when starting out, no one likes being in bottom position, especially when you have someone heavier than you flattening you out or performing a cross face etc. But it happens and when it does, if you're constantly fearful of ending up in that position you will lose the battle. However, this video for me has not only helped me but has changed the way I think in terms of grappling. You'll find that if you know how to play half guard, many lower belts will not know how to deal with this giving you a greater advantage of winning. sometimes you may want to perform an attack to get a submission however you may fail in the transition due to being fearful of ending up in bottom position. However, if you know how to play half guard, this will give you the confidence to try as you won't be afraid to end up in bottom position because you will know how to escape. I Highly recommend this content for everyone of any level.
This instructional contains a comprehensive guide to fundamentals of half guard!
Very comprehensive, with solutions to common issues in 1/2 guard.,
I own many of Danaher’s videos. I have yet to be disappointed. Best instructor out there
Although I'm not a fan of half guard, when it's presented by John it's a whole other thing
This is an excellent introductory video and series.
good, most my 1/2 guard game came from this
liked all the details. can't wait to get into it
Professor John D. is the best !
1/2 guard
So much details, comprehension & principles I just don't get at my gym
John Danaher never dissapoints. All his instructionals are top of the game. Thanks to the ideas and techniques in this instructional my half guard game has improved a lot.
great instruction
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Half Guard Bottom
This helped me grasp the core concepts in a very good way as a white belt . Detailed and easy to understand!
Very well rounded content and John is great with providing information clearly
good info, has given me a new game
When I first started BJJ half guard bottom was just a stalling position for me. Now I actively seek out bottom half to set up numerous sweeps and transitions. Great video series by Professor John.
my favorite instructional of all time
This pairs well with the pin escape instructional, since a lot of escapes have you end up in bottom half guard.
One of the most important, fundamental guards in BJJ, both gi and no gi, and this will teach you everything you need to play the tight waist half guard, which in my opinion is the basis of any half guard game, master this, and then start adding to it with knee shields and butterfly hooks
Another great instructional by Danaher and absolutely essential for anyone wanted to excel in Jiu Jitsu
Lessons are very detailed and the principles and techniques are repeated as you go through the material. Then each chapter ends in a summary. I believe this is done purposefully, not to make the coures drawn out, but as a teaching method that helps you retain the material. Top notch teaching!
good series
Excellent and very detailed half guard basics and advanced technics with great concepts as well.
Excellent course, great material as usual from Danaher! If you want to excel in your basics and fundamentals this course is great, have studied ju jitsu for a long time and wanted to go back to the basics to relearn half guard in more depth and have found this to be really useful!
All of John Danaher instructionals are worth every penny, my understanding of Jiu-Jistu has increase hundred fold since I started watching them. Highly Highly recommend to any and everyone at all levels.
help!
I am a huge fan of this overview. I have been able to immediately apply these techniques in class and my coach is impressed.
Very deep explanation of half guard.
John danaher is a genius instructor. So much good info!!!
my half guard got so good that it accidently ripped off a man's leg and i had to play half on the other leg
great!
This is the best half guard fundamentals instructional, a real game changer. John Danaher is an amazing coach with a lot of knowledge.
You will get a lot of knowledge from this instructional for your half guard. It will improve your skills if you put the time. Like a good wine, it does take time!
Made a huge difference to my half guard. This stuff is pure gold.
Excellent - Incredible detail as always, a real game changer
A must have for anyone wanting to develope their Half Guard game
Amazing as always
After the Lockdown and during the time when we couldn't train i purchased most of the Further Faster Serie by John Danaher. Then i could learn and relearn the basics and the systematic approach oh John Danaher. It helped me a lot and improved my game . The half guard tutorial top and bottom were game changers for me
nice details on half guard
Complete game changer, full of simple but effective techniques and details that I've somehow missed or glossed over previously.
Stop asking for reviews while I am watching!!!!
For some, half guard has always been a uncomfortable topic. However, by watching and studying this instructional, it will allow you to better grasp the position as a whole. Personally, I’ve had great success in the gym with some of the techniques. As an illustration, I was able to surprise a training partner with a half guard sweep. Philosopher Danaher does an excellent job explaining how and why the fundamental techniques of half guard work. Thus, this video is well worth the money.
Excellent attention to detail and many key concepts about the position are covered. Great series!
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