The half guard and specifically the ‘lock down’ is the basis to the 10th Planet attack from this position. Getting the Lock Down is super important to control the leg.

Stephan Kesting from http://www.grapplearts.com/Half-Guard-Sweeps-Info.php quickly shows two common half guard passes, and then teaches you how to take advantage of those positions and sweep your opponent anyhow

Renato Tavares demonstrates a no gi half guard pass.

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