Private Class No.15...

I'm competing in a few days so I booked a private class to work on some stand-up techniques, particularly on pulling guard.

The take-home on this was simple: 

i) Secure grip on the opponent's sleeve and collar. 

ii) Place foot in hip of opponent.

iii) Drop back and pull opponent into guard. 

iv) Fight to close guard. 

v) Secure over hook. 

vi) Attack. 

That, obviously, is the ideal scenario, but from standing the key is to keep my posture low. If the opponent secures grips, then strip the grips and block the hip to avoid hip throws.

Also, if the opponent postures up in guard, keep his posture broken and continue to attack.