Half-Guard Step Over Kneebar

Executing a kneebar from half guard involves a series of strategic movements to control the opponent and prevent counters. The following steps outline the preferred method:

1. Establish a credible threat to the upper body to distract the opponent, such as feigning chokes.
2. When ready to attack the leg, step backward over the opponent's body to sit on their hips or belly, which controls their movement and prevents them from hugging your back or escaping.
3. Elevate slightly as you step over to gain the necessary height to sit on the opponent's hips.
4. Decide on the direction to fall based on the situation: fall straight back in a tournament setting or towards the free leg to avoid injuring the opponent's neck in training.
5. Fall to the side to trap the opponent's free leg between your body and the floor, which is essential for minimizing their escape options.
6. Position your head on the side of the opponent's foot to maintain knee alignment, using the toes as a guide.
7. Secure the heel with the opposite hand of the shoulder the leg is on, and use the other arm to steer the leg.
8. Prevent the opponent from rotating by placing your head on the correct side and holding the heel to lock in the position.
9. Find the opponent's lower back with your heels to gain extra bridging power, squeeze your knees together, and execute the bridge to finish the kneebar.
10. Always remember to control the opponent's free leg, as it is crucial for their leg lock defense and escape attempts.

This method of kneebar from half guard minimizes the risk of counters and maximizes control over the opponent's movement.