Lapel Guard with Keenan Cornelius

The lapel guard or galaxy guard has become a common sight in the Jiu Jitsu competition scene with superstars like Braulio Estima, Cobrinha, and Keenan Cornelius regularly utilizing it.

Whether you like to use the lapel guard or not, it’s a good idea to understand the mechanics of it so you can avoid it or use it to escape a tricky situation.

These video’s from Keenan Cornelius will provide a solid introduction to the Lapel Guard and how to use it effectively in training or competition.

Lapel Guard Introduction

Lapel Guard Series

Lapel Guard Breakdown