Missions, New York, Gogoplata and the Eddie Bravo system explained.
The rubber guard is an advanced guard system developed by Eddie Bravo. It requires significant hip flexibility but rewards practitioners with powerful submission chains and back-take opportunities.
| Position | Description | Next Move |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Control | Leg hooked behind neck, arm controlled | Transition to New York |
| New York | Leg behind neck, double wrist control | Omoplata or chill dog |
| Chill Dog | Leg behind neck, underhook control | Gogoplata setup |
| Gogoplata | Shin across throat submission | Finish or sweep |
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One of the most common errors is allowing the hips to flatten to the mat, which eliminates frames and makes sweeps ineffective. Keep active hip engagement at all times.
Grips are the foundation of guard work. Failing to break or establish grips early puts you at a structural disadvantage before any technique begins.
Pausing before initiating sweeps or submissions signals your opponent. Combine setups and attacks in smooth, continuous motion.
Allowing your partner to establish a strong, upright posture neutralizes most guard attacks. Prioritize posture disruption with collar, sleeve, or wrist control.
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Rubber Guard excels at preventing passes by trapping limbs and controlling distance. Focus on maintaining tight grips, using your legs to off-balance and create frames, and being ready to transition to sweeps or submissions if they commit to a pass.
The most common submissions from Rubber Guard include the triangle choke, omoplata, and armbar. These submissions are often set up by the control and positional advantage gained through the Rubber Guard system.