Stance

Basic Guard

-feet slightly wider than shoulder width  apart.
-feet are turned in at around a 35 to 45 degree angle.
-the toe of the front foot should be somewhat in-line with the heel of the back foot (though I tend to be slightly wider)
-Heels slightly up, placing weight on the balls of the feet. Back heel is usually slightly higher then front.
-Weight is distributed about 50/50 between the feet.
-Both knees are slightly bent.
-Hands up at about cheek level with elbows pointed down.
-Chin is down, teeth slightly clenched.
-Generally power side to the rear

Orthodox Stance - refers to a left foot forward stance
Southpaw Stance - refers to a right foot forward stance