Guard position·omoplata (arm isolated as base collapses), tarikoplata (rolling shoulder lock from lapel control), triangle choke (posture broken, arm across)
Lapel Worm
Worm Guard
Lapel threaded under leg around arm - binding control
Dominance
72
vs 28
Control depth
Proximal
Guarding
Transitions
8
outbound
Submissions
23
downstream
What it is
Gi guard where the lapel is threaded under one leg and wrapped around the opponent's arm. The lapel creates binding control that limits their movement and creates sweep and back take opportunities. This guard uses fabric manipulation to control distance and create off-balancing mechanics.
What you do
The step-by-step execution guide lives in the app — 6-step breakdown, biomechanics, and situational tips.
Open1position detailin the App Store↗Dominance — Guarding perspective
72 vs 28
Disadvantaged↓ 44Dominant
Control depth · Proximal — Lapel binding creates sweeps and back entries
Dominance — Passing perspective
28 vs 72
Disadvantaged↓ -44Dominant
Control depth · Distal — Clear lapel trap while defending sweep entries
ATTACKCONTROL
8 ways out.
All8transitionsin the App Store↗Worm Guard →
Worm Guard Sweep
Sitting on torso - heavy hips, dominant control
Type
Sweep
Tier
Core
Perspective
Guarding
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard to Omoplata
Unlocked legs - flexible guard system foundation
Type
Submission entry
Tier
Core
Perspective
Guarding
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard to Back Take
Behind with hooks - back control, submission access
Type
Back take
Tier
Core
Perspective
Guarding
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard Sweep
Lying across torso - cross-body pressure control
Type
Sweep
Tier
Core
Perspective
Guarding
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard Sweep
Knee on belly - mobile pressure, transition hub
Type
Sweep
Tier
Core
Perspective
Guarding
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard Sweep
Asymmetric mount - strong base, arm access
Type
Sweep
Tier
Core
Perspective
Guarding
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard Pass
Sitting on torso - heavy hips, dominant control
Type
Pass
Tier
Core
Perspective
Passing
Worm Guard →
Worm Guard to Standing in Closed Guard
Standing upright in closed guard - break pressure
Type
Advance
Tier
Core
Perspective
Passing
23 finishes live
from this position.
All23submissionsin the App Store↗SUB-001
Omoplata
Guarding
Watch7/10
SUB-002
Tarikoplata
Guarding
Watch7/10
SUB-003
Triangle Choke
Guarding
Watch7/10
SUB-004
Baratoplata
Guarding
Watch6/10
SUB-005
Cryangle
Guarding
Watch6/10
SUB-006
Armbar
Guarding
Long5/10
SUB-007
Gi Tail Choke
Guarding
Long5/10
SUB-008
Loop Choke
Guarding
Long5/10
SUB-009
Monoplata
Guarding
Long5/10
SUB-010
Reverse Triangle
Guarding
Long5/10
SUB-011
Sorcerer Choke
Guarding
Long5/10
SUB-012
Buggy Choke
Guarding
Long4/10
SUB-013
Cross Collar Choke
Guarding
Long4/10
SUB-014
Inverted Armbar
Guarding
Long4/10
SUB-015
Ninja Choke
Guarding
Long4/10
SUB-016
Prone Armbar
Guarding
Long3/10
SUB-017
Gogoplata
Guarding
Long3/10
SUB-018
Kimura
Guarding
Long3/10
SUB-019
Straight Armlock
Guarding
Long3/10
SUB-020
Goose Neck Wrist Lock
Guarding
Long2/10
SUB-021
Reverse Wrist Lock
Guarding
Long2/10
SUB-022
Straight Wristlock
Guarding
Long2/10
SUB-023
Wrist Lock
Guarding
Long2/10
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