These are the main positions in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from best to worst, with top and bottom Guard and Turtle both being fairly neutral.
- Rear mount – top (face down)
- Rear mount – top (face up)
- Mount - top
- Knee on belly - top
- Side control - top
- North/south - top
- Half mount – top
- Guard top / Guard bottom (neutral)
- Turtle top / Turtle bottom (neutral)
- Half guard - bottom
- North south – bottom
- Side control - bottom
- Knee on Belly – bottom
- Mount – bottom
- Rear mount – bottom (face up)
- Rear mount – bottom (face down)
If you’re in a dominant position, consider: - how to keep that position (not go backwards), - how to advance your position, - what submissions are available to you in that position, - what subs are available in the transition to another position
If you’re in an inferior position, consider: - how to keep that position (not get in a worse one), - how to advance your position, - what submissions are available to you in that position, - what subs are available in the transition to another position