Half Guard Pass Recovery | Knee Push | Proper Frame

Recovering guard when an opponent is deep in half guard involves using a knee shield and proper framing to create space and leverage. The following steps outline the process:

1. Ensure the outside leg is free and not locked, using the inside leg to control the opponent's leg with the heel close to their knee. Point the knees upwards and keep the feet together if possible.
2. Use frames instead of hugging the opponent. Post hands on the mat or grab the belt, and use the elbow to open the opponent's knee slightly, similar to an elbow escape from mount.
3. Position the frame on the opponent's face, not under the neck, with the elbow pointing upwards to prevent them from smashing the frame and gaining control over the arm.
4. Move the hips slightly to the side to create space for the knee to insert into the gap, transitioning to a Z guard position.
5. Use the knee to push against the opponent and extend the hips while moving the chest away to break their grip. As the grip breaks, slide the knee up to transition from Z guard to a more traditional guard position.
6. Establish control by grabbing the collar and making a strong frame to prevent the opponent from closing the distance again. Control the opponent's wrist or sleeve to manage their arm.
7. Continue to move the chest away to create more space, hiding the elbow behind the knee. Use the foot to pedal on the opponent's hips and recover full guard.

Key points to remember include not locking the legs, keeping the shin sharp and pushing, extending the knee and hips while moving the chest away to break grips, and using the elbow inside the knee to create a strong frame. Control the opponent's arm and use the foot to step on their hips to recover the guard.