The de la Riva guard is a useful and popular position in jiu-jitsu, but if you’re a newbie or just aren’t sure about what to do with it, you may avoid using it in training.
In this video, Alec Baulding demonstrates how to use this popular guard as a tool to both sweep and attack your opponent. If you don’t feel like the de la Riva could be a big part of your game now, check this out and see if it changes your feelings on it!
