Should Slams Be Allowed When an Opponent Jumps Guard? by Observed Effect | Jul 31, 2026 Jumping guard can be really risky, but so are slams. If jumping guard is allowed, should slams be allowed in defense? Background 1 of 2 33% What is your primary combat sport? Prefer not to answerBrazilian Jiu-JitsuMMAWrestlingJudoMuay ThaiKickboxingBoxingKarateTaekwondoSamboOtherNone yet These optional details improve our poll breakdowns and are remembered anonymously on this browser. Log in or create an account to save them permanently and skip these questions. How much combat-sports experience do you have? Prefer not to answerLess than 1 year1–2 years3–5 years6–10 years11–15 years16+ years What is your current belt rank? Prefer not to answerNo formal rankWhite beltYellow beltOrange beltGreen beltBlue beltPurple beltBrown beltBlack beltHigher black belt / dan rankYouth / junior rankOther rank 1. Should Slams Be Allowed as a Defense to Jumping Guard? * No Yes Back Next Vote