The Battle Tested Half Guard by Bernardo Faria
Community Rating
Great first instructional purchase
Bought this as my first ever instructional and it was perfect. Bernardo explains things simply and positively. The deep half entries are easy to drill and I was hitting them within a week. Production is a bit dated compared to newer releases but the content is timeless.
Perfect for older grapplers
Bernardo's game is built for people who lack athleticism and cardio. His half guard doesn't require speed or flexibility — just good positioning and patience. I'm 50 and this is the foundation of my entire game. Highly recommend for any older practitioner.
Deep half + single leg = unstoppable
The combination of deep half guard entries and the single leg half guard sweep is so underrated. Bernardo makes it look effortless. I've been using this system for 3 years and it still works against everyone. Simple, effective, battle tested.
The OG half guard instructional
Bernardo's deep half and single leg half guard system is still one of the best resources out there. It's a 5x world champion showing you exactly how he won at the highest level using half guard. The techniques are battle tested — they work against everyone from white belts to world class competitors.
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