Latest / Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast
E129 | Positional Playbook: The Turtle
About
In this episode, we dive deep into the Turtle Position—a spot that’s often controversial in the BJJ community. While not technically a guard, David explains how top-tier competitors like Eduard Telles have turned it into an offensive powerhouse. We break down the strategic advantages of turtling up to prevent guard-pass points, the common pitfalls that lead to back-takes and chokes, and specific "Tapped In" tactics for recovering guard or launching your own attacks from the bottom.
Chapters
00:00 Is Turtle a Guard? Defining the Position
00:44 Influencers of the Game: Eduard Telles & BJJ…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.