When & How To Use The Long Guard: Full Guide (Real Time Sparring Footage)

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[@MMAShredded]

What's your favourite guard??

[@Patrickisaiahhernandez]

The “it’s my mentality” guard.

[@iNightTiger]

Long guard is my favorite

[@laomar9439]

Ow my god , that's the best explanation I ever seen thank u jeff it's a good strategy (the best). You are doing a good work ☺️ my friend

[@xxthatoneguyxx2602]

Long guard 100%

[@TheHouseCommunity]

High Guard/Dutch Guard

[@NexusJunisBlue]

The long guard has made the difference in me getting hit and not getting hit in both my sparring and my first fight! Thank you so much again for all your advice and knowledge Jeff! I'll have to continue working on all these other benefits of the long guard you've mentioned to truly optimize its use in training and fighting! 🙂

[@MMAShredded]

:) cheers brother!!

[@oldschoolmuzzey]

keep up the hard work

[@dyfrigshandy]

Same for me in sparring, still need to improve

[@codyjwoods]

It had to have been so tedious to find that sparring footage for each sequence. You're incredible Jeff!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you Cody!!

[@cutkicker]

This is the standard for conducting combat tutorials. Demonstrate the technique, provide theory, troubleshoot idiosyncracies, & clip in live demonstrations through sparring/fights! 👊🏽💪🏼

[@wooden2621]

As a tall-ish leggy guy, Ive been implementing the long guard more during muay thai training and been finding some success. The advice to not paw down the incoming punches and instead deflect is gold, and I look forward to training this specific defensive method more. Ive been caught with one too many head kicks because i dropped my arm too far when pawing down a punch lol. Thanks a ton Jeff!

[@MMAShredded]

awesome thanks for watching :) keep up the good training!

[@notahanzomain5282]

Went to sparring tonight and tried implementing the long guard in my rounds and I’ve gotta say, it has been a game changer! Typically, I enjoyed fighting inside the pocket (big Mike Tyson fan growing up) but I was never really successful because of my height or reach - but this guard has opened my eyes and I really saw an improvement. From catching more kicks, countering, and the general line of sight and reaction time I got from just managing distance using these techniques was SO good. Definitely something I’m going to continue using.

[@MMAShredded]

awesome!!

[@flopraiser7504]

i think its really great how you have countless examples of reallife sparring, you really practice what you preach

[@MMAShredded]

Thank you!

[@mrsplosh999]

Long guard is one of the primary tools used by Larry Holmes and George Foreman , incredible defence when incorporating framing also. Awesome stuff :)

[@SuperBlake89]

This was awesome. Please do more teaching videos like this with the key details and sparring footage.

[@MMAShredded]

thank you for the feedback!!

[@corvoadrian6970]

Yes indeed

[@trojano80]

I'm not a tall dude and I used to shell too much and fight in a certain way that made me look even smaller. I've always had a lot of success rolling with punches and kicks, parring and blocking, but I always had a hard time seeing what was coming after a few punches, also nullifying my aggression in the process, focusing too much on defense. Recently, I've been developing my long guard and improving my counters and overall aggression while sparring, all of it thanks to your videos! I thought my reaction time was sh*t, but it was all a matter of distance, thanks Jeff!

[@MMAShredded]

thank for watching bro! it is good to mix up guards, so continue using your shell guard but also use the long guard when you want to keep the distance!

[@blackhoodie4170]

yeah, long guard is great, no matter your height. Sick of people thinking its a tall mans guard

[@tonyfergusonisthetypeofguy142]

@@blackhoodie4170 yeah u can see petr yan use it on everyone even tall guys

[@blackhoodie4170]

​@@tonyfergusonisthetypeofguy142yeah man, also kaoklai uses it, and he was a lightweight fighting heavyweights and super heavyweights. jeff himself uses it and he always fights bigger taller guys anyways. daniel cormier too

[@klawson8617]

It's interesting people say Wing Chun is a useless martial art. But these blocks/deflection of punches are very similar to the blocks I learnt in Wing Chun as a kid. Anyways great vid Jeff, Cheers

[@MMAShredded]

thank you bro!

[@eugenymalo8704]

You are one in a million or more. Im always surprised at how versatile you are in mma and the different combat sparts AND applying "infinite" number of techniques in real fights/sparring. May god bless you!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you brother!!

[@schoolchoice2176]

Amazing demo of long guard! Makes perfect sense. Similar idea as Wing Chun's hand position. One long one short. It works.

[@nerdSlayerstudioss]

Long/High guard is my favorite as a long sticky boy (6'5 with legs). Jeff I saw you using your arms to frame, something I wanted to add (if I may) was how you can actually close that space yourself if you properly hand fight/clinch fight. Meaning a tall guy doesn't just have to retreat, they can actually just throw some powerful tools like a straight knee (the Schilt special). Basically you can pick your guard up, feint, hand fight, and then drop in close for a knee or elbow. I also think a powerful short (non standard) front kick is great for a long guard because you can easily kick safely from range, especially if they enter to hand fight. Choosing to enter/exit on your own! Also you can as you said with catching or deflecting a punch, when using high guard turn your lead arm/shoulder more (like you are throwing a punch) and you can hide behind your shoulders too. When I was training under one of the better MT coaches in Texas he told me the point of high guard is to defend yourself, not just push. So basically your lead arm pushing is also a hiding and safe spot for you!

[@MMAShredded]

sweet thanks for the tip!

[@qleap99]

I've watched quite a few of your videos and for me right now, this is the finest. An excellent breakdown of the mechanics, philosophy and realtime examples of a strong fundamental. I finally subscribed 👍🏽.

[@3BigChins]

I’m beginning my Muay Thai training and noticed one of my sparring partners at the end of each session uses the long guard. I’m still working on my footwork and being able to move strategically, but I think implementing this with my hands will help take the edge off so I can have more mental headspace to think. Instead of getting pelted every 3 seconds

[@wojasek1223]

On each of my Muay Thai training, I choose 1-2 of your combos / techniques, and I use them over and over on 1 training. Today I was doing sweeps. Well I'll try to mix them with long guard. With your tips, that actually might work great! Thanks!

[@MMAShredded]

sweet I love that idea!

[@dwilliams768]

Wow thanks! Ive been struggling for at least 3 month's. I started using the long gaurd and really helped me out. Im an older guy, so it helps me see whats coming.

[@gordonshumway9765]

This is probably the most helpful martial arts video for me. Your explanation of the Long Guard helped me a lot in sparring. I still need to hone it, but it is so worth it. Thank you, keep up the great work. Hopefully, I will be able to attend a seminar with at some point.

[@JustSomeGuyWithAMustache886]

Great video! highlighted some nuances of this guard that I didn’t know about. My favourite thing about your videos is that each one gives me inspiration for things to work on in sparring

[@MMAShredded]

:) glad to hear that!!

[@kevinlemoine416]

Love the long guard technique. As always, thank you for breaking it down AND demonstrating.

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!

[@russfong5555]

Great detailed explanation. Love it! Thank you Jeff.

[@ianbrewster8934]

I used to take the long guard for granted that is a great technical breakdown now I'm going to have to train this thanks again brother you post some amazing stuff

[@MMAShredded]

awesome :)

[@More_Orgasm]

Very precise with lots of exemples, loved it, being new to combat sports it's kinda hard to get a good grasp on what you should do when blocking or parrying, thanks for the work

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!!

[@mestoykgando3767]

I'm so thankful for this kind of videos you make! Good job!

[@MMAShredded]

glad you enjoyed it!!

[@siberiantiger1975]

Very educational video, thank you Sir 💕😎

[@mearnscmaa]

Thanks for providing this mini seminar! Great material as usual

[@MMAShredded]

thanks :)

[@TMan-sq1wh]

Excellent vid 👍. Great content on long guard. The practical usage is the best as always. I can actually see it in action. Thanks 🙏

[@MMAShredded]

Thanks for watching !

[@mikutajj]

Thanks Jeff! The long guard breakdown is something I needed for my game

[@MMAShredded]

:)

[@charlesdourado8292]

Great tutorial man, you have a great use of this guard

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@magicalesquilax7232]

Jeff, this video is fantastic! As a traditional martial artist, I learned a lot just by watching. I' ll try to implement some of this ideas. Thanks a lot.

[@gabe4131]

I love this. This is not taught enough in striking

[@MMAShredded]

Oss

[@isaiahwalls9188]

You are a living genius

[@ives3572]

Very informative and useful, terrific job, always a great pleasure watching your videos and learning from you!👊

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!

[@isaiahwalls9188]

Thank god for people like you🙏🏾

[@MMAShredded]

:)

[@Kzany42]

You are a great fighter I see you use different martial arts techniques in a unique style

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@erikselakoff4043]

This is one of the most AMAZING/HELPFUL instructional videos I’ve seen. Thank you!

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for your feedback!!

[@erikselakoff4043]

I just noticed on of the techniques you demonstrated in this video used by Mahersate in his UFC fight just now against Garcia, & it led to a ko. Never would have noticed it if not for this breakdown.

[@kYA00h]

jeffs the man!! another solid video.

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@pierrewilliam7119]

Really interesting as usual ; there are some connections to the cross guard . Idk why but you're videos and techniques always have some kung-fu esque tactics ; there not only entertaining but precious : Excellent job sir !

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@goudagrishhdoe8925]

As some bum untrained person with a good amount of street fights I feel like the better (also untrained) people that I’ve fought used this guard instinctively when being rushed. Seems like a lot of people’s instinct is to stick your arms out and “stop” or deflect whatever is coming your way. Great tutorial on how to use it properly. I definitely was “pawing” punches down. This is way more advanced of a guard than I originally thought

[@MMAShredded]

cheers!!!

[@ffsmaxi]

Why you fighting in the streets💀

[@Ruinedulac]

@@ffsmaxi because he's a street fighter?

[@derekmellino8316]

Love this bro! Please keep more videos like this coming

[@MMAShredded]

thanks man!!

[@honestlee9921]

Thanks for the video! Great explanation. I feel like alot of effort goes into these videos

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!!

[@mhv91]

This is great, I've struggled with defending punches since I started Muay Thai.

[@seacucumber6768]

Pereira utilizes these techniques exceptionally well

[@-oricohenjj5713]

this is so great tips,love your channel man❤

[@MMAShredded]

thanks man!

[@poeticape]

dude tanks alot! I just started sparring recently after 2 months of training alone, and I always back up when someone start throwing aggressive punches I immediately put myself in a static guard with no vision and I take all those punches with my body, I need to work on that new technique next session!!

[@Cannonbo]

love your editing

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@crjaded]

Thanks for this Jeff!🥊

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!!

[@TheEmilewatson]

hey Jeff Chan your videos are awesome with a ton of great info

[@MMAShredded]

thanks man!!

[@juppisses]

Thank you Jeff, this helped me a lot. I am a tall person, keeping people away from me is key, this was opening up so much for me!

[@MMAShredded]

:) no prob!

[@TMCLIFE]

Ur the man jeff amazing detailed breakdown thank you!

[@MMAShredded]

oss!!

[@ThomasToPC]

Thanks for the 10 out of 10 explanations and demo! This is MMA at its finest. I’ve started using the long guard ever since seeing it on Sylvie von Duuglas-Ittu’s Muay Thai channel. It’s an application of Geoff Thompson’s good old “the fence”, perfect also for self defence as a non-aggressive-appearance stance with psychological defensive functions as well as physical. A lot of traditional martial arts use the long guard without calling it so. More modern ones too, for example Jeff’s demo of using it against jab, cross, etc. is very similar to how they do it in JKD. The lead hand also functions as a push teep, visual obscuration, feinting tool and grapple/clinch starter especially in gi-wearing MMA such as Kudo and Sambo - using it to grip their lapel/sleeve/pant. It also allows a safer transition into other guards, switching stance or combat mode/distance. Jeff, what’s your view on the Dracula guard for MMA?

[@ThomasToPC]

One more thought. The long guard is a jab in structure. A jab is the long guard in action. If the jab is the most used and important technique in hand-to-hand combat, why isn’t the long guard the same as a guard/stance/mode? Also, look at competitive weapon sports and disciplines that don't use a shield - e.g. fencing, kendo - aren't their most used stances the same as the long guard in principle?

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching! I think the Dracula guard is very similar to the long guard but I personally dont like wrapping my rear arm around my face to protect because it makes it hard to counter punch!

[@ThomasToPC]

@@MMAShredded Cheers! In my Kudo dojo one of our senpai used to do the Dracula guard in sparring. Interestingly he liked to counter with the back fist strike. But yeah like yourself I prefer to keep my rear hand on its own side, but centre enough to defend jabs and the long-range uppercut. Question for you Jeff and other MMA fighters: Do you find the long guard better than the high guard in defending against opponents shooting in for double/single leg? I find it to be the case in Kudo, and I suspect the gi being one factor, so I’d like to hear from those in no-gi MMA.

[@nickv3472]

This is sick. So sick, in fact, the we absolutely need a part 2 where you show the countering system off of long guard deflections.

[@MMAShredded]

cheers!!

[@blessed1781]

Really good to transition and handtraps

[@danielgarcia-benitez9603]

Expert advice. Amazing!

[@MMAShredded]

cheers!

[@moniryaseen9056]

Thanks Jeff!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!!

[@RamboRichardson]

Best video ever! I have been preaching this for years, but of course you just broke it down on an Expert level that I was never able to. I just always knew the Long Guard paired with Footwork is a far superior Strategy than to just Shell up and take damage, it has always annoyed me that so many Professionals do that on TV and teach it in Gyms. Shelling up and standing still is only for when your gassed and is a temporary solution, if you don't quickly incorporate Footwork too the fight will soon end. Shelling up and waiting for the right moment to counter is too high of a risk, too much of a Gamble.

[@MMAShredded]

glad you enjoyed it!!

[@elijahmiller_23]

Ur awesome man. Love the vids

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@user-tk4vj9fj3r]

Thanks!

[@irminsulwotan6413]

Unreal! Thank you.

[@MMAShredded]

Thanks for watching !

[@comptonyt7243]

My favorite fight channel by farrr!

[@MMAShredded]

thanks bro!!!!

[@jjun2891]

Beautifully edited with your real time sparring as examples, it helps a lot. As a southpaw I've noticed that the lead hand often goes out to check jabs, so I'll try this. Anything else you should be careful with if you do long guard from open stance?

[@MMAShredded]

thank you for watching!

[@tokujinsicura2190]

Man, this is sick🔥

[@MMAShredded]

:)

[@donworland]

Yeah, at 10:12, all of those position changes from the long guard are in "traditional" martial arts too, I like how you showed your own uses during sparring , that's gold. I will grant, there is always a controversy to be had. Awesome channel, cheers.

[@stevenzhang33]

Great video my dude

[@MMAShredded]

thank you Steven!!

[@alloverdaplace2043]

This is perfect timing for this video I have been struggling with this in muay thai. Long guard is such an integral tactic but I seem to be blinding myself when I use it. So I end up actually getting hit. I'll make sure to try these tips

[@MMAShredded]

cheers :)

[@Ronon805]

Damn glad you are receiving sponsorships now, Jeff, well deserved!!!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@lrwhiteley]

Excellent video 📹 I've seen so many variations. I really like this one thank you. Ouss

[@MMAShredded]

Thank you!!

[@crisg5807]

I’ve been practising Ashihara Karate for years and I’ve always used the long guard….it’s very effective. Thanks for sharing Jeff.

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!

[@stevewilson5570]

Awesome and very informative video, thank you!

[@MMAShredded]

no prob!

[@ronisworld2916]

love this. scary though, but i love the tutorial. thanks for sharing this.

[@MMAShredded]

thx!

[@davidpeebles1858]

This is a great video! I'll have to use these next time I'm drilling with some friends. Thanks for making this!

[@MMAShredded]

no problem :)

[@andredecampos9609]

Send an ''SALVE'' from Brazil!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us,Jeff.

[@MMAShredded]

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[@Lagann11]

very informative, man. thanks!

[@MMAShredded]

oss!

[@kujoxes582]

Thank you for this video... This makes a lot of sense. I am excited to use this for saturday and see the difference.

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!

[@kujoxes582]

​@@MMAShredded quick update. It helped my game 100% and actually gave me alot of opportunities to hit my opponent no matter what size.

[@DEZADOG11]

I thought I'd lost a nut at my last training session! That sponsor at the start was perfectly timed for me to be in the market for a QUALITY groin guard! Especially in the lead up to my first muay thai fight 🙌

[@MMAShredded]

hahaha awesome man, you will love it. very comfortable jock!

[@TehLakai]

I love you thank you for this knowledge

[@MMAShredded]

no prob!

[@dustinjones5146]

Love this! It's been very helpful in my growth, and I've seen a great deal of success with it. I'd like some pointers on how to use this against a southpaw.

[@stillnessinmovement]

long guard arm position is almost exactly like the arm posture of bagua zhang single palm. being able to move freely as you defend and attack with either arm is excellent tool. thanks for sharing, I enjoy seeing how you independently have developed similar tools...

[@MMAShredded]

cheers!

[@stillnessinmovement]

@@MMAShredded one thing we work on that would improve the guard is making small circles with the arm in a very relaxed way. because of the position a small circle can quickly deflect an arm attack while also keeping the fist in position to attack. it's called cloud hands and when well developed you can use it to go around other's guards. I dunno if your open to talking about this stuff or not. im a long time MA trainer and also have MS in sport science. been focused on bagua training for 20 years now. finding that MMA is starting to get to the point where they are appreciating a lot of the finer points of balance, timing, precision, and awareness, which is what bagua is based on. cheers!

[@michelangeloramponi8980]

such an awaited video

[@MMAShredded]

:)

[@kadencaldwell]

yo would love to see a fighting style breakdown of your style jeff, i notice u have a somewhat wide stance and use the long guard often like me wanna learn how to use it at an elite level like yoi

[@ytho452]

Dope video! I hope you do more of these. Maybe one about the philly shell guard?

[@Toofast6849]

The Philly shell is great for boxing not so much mma tho

[@MMAShredded]

I can def see what I can do!

[@ro1og337]

Super useful, thank you Jeff.

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!!

[@SamuelZamora]

Great stuff!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!!

[@RyanMDanks]

Thanks for this. I learned a lot

[@MMAShredded]

cheers!

[@oldschoolmuzzey]

I know nothing about the long guard . thnx your a great Coach

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!

[@gabe4131]

Real life ninja. You can tell how much time and effort you’ve put into studying the game. It’s refreshing seeing and learning from guys with such great defense, not just guys that are willing to take a punch to give a punch.

[@MMAShredded]

Thanks man!!

[@gabe4131]

@@MMAShredded thank you sir 🤝

[@bradpryer]

Just great thank you!

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for watching!

[@kietlete]

You're my best martial art educator

[@MMAShredded]

thx :)

[@davidmickles5012]

Good stuff bro!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you David!

[@armbarsandstreettacos5485]

I liked the video before I even watched it because I’ve been working on my long guard and this came at the perfect time.

[@MMAShredded]

cheers :)

[@PeterPaulMasigan]

I can’t imagine how long it must’ve taken you to compile all these clips. If you haven’t already- might be a good idea to (hire someone and) go through ALL fighting footage in your editing software and tag each punch/combo. This way you can just search something like “round house” and it’ll pull up all the footage without having to go through it. This will make all future edits sooo much faster. You can also make a millions vids breaking down each and every move. You have the audience, we will watch every single vid!

[@mr.boxingmoves486]

Great video the only thing I would add is if you're in a ring or the octagon instead of moving straight back in a straight line always pivot out in a circle.

[@Gyrodyssey]

Awesome Video!

[@MMAShredded]

thanks man!

[@beingtoughmmafitnesschanel5372]

Thanks brother for the breafe knowledge

[@MMAShredded]

no prob!!

[@jonathanho7162]

Jeff Chan u are the best ur videos are great and has helped me a lot in my sparring and I’m a Pro Fighter been Fighting for 10 years nobody breaks it down better than u Champ

[@MMAShredded]

Thanks bro!!

[@jonathanho7162]

@@MMAShredded Have u ever been to Chicago?

[@jonathanho7162]

@@MMAShredded btw u trained with my boy in California John Pier

[@dommmskiii1061]

Great Video!!

[@MMAShredded]

thank you!!

[@ichigobankai2343]

Deflecting a straight punch in WingChun/JKD is called a Pak sao. The reason one targets the forearm close to the elbow is because its easier to deflect when someone throws a hard punch as they have less leverage closer to the fulcrum.

[@MMAShredded]

cheers!

[@brandonrogers8621]

Jeff love your videos big fan! I'd love to see a video on the crossed arm guard I'm a big fan of gene fulmer and Archie Moore among others I've also seen it used in muay chaiya.Id super love a in depth video on it's for mma I've only seen a few minor vids on it's boxing application but not anywhere else.Keep killing it bro!

[@MMAShredded]

thanks bro ill see what I can do!

[@lawster]

Beautiful breakdown of the long guard, definitely going to work on that in my next session. Thanks Jeff. Can't help but notice your Chang shoulder is a bit jacked up from all the deflecting. 😅 Keep up the good work, love these type of technique breakdowns.

[@MMAShredded]

thanks for the feedback kai!!