What is Headquarters Position in BJJ?
Quick Definition
A guard passing stance with one knee inside the opponent's guard and one leg posted outside.
Full Explanation
Headquarters is a standing or kneeling guard passing position where one knee is placed between the opponent's legs while the other leg is posted to the outside. From here, the passer can go left or right, choosing knee cut, leg drag, torreando, or other passes. It is called headquarters because it functions as a command center for launching multiple passing attacks. This position gives the passer options in every direction.
Examples in Context
"I establish headquarters before deciding which pass to use"
"From headquarters I can knee cut or backstep to leg drag"
Related Terms
Guard Pass
A technique to get past your opponent's legs and establish a dominant top position.
Knee Cut Pass
A common guard pass sliding your knee across your opponent's thigh.
Torreando Pass
A fast guard pass throwing the opponent's legs to the side.
Combat Base
A kneeling stance with one knee up and one knee down, used for guard passing.
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