2 Part Technique - Use the traditional Over Under Hook Sweep to set up the Xguard Sweep and entry. When you try the first sweep the opponent may defend by using their weight and holding. Instead of using this sweep, transition into the...

2 Part Technique - This Xguard Entry is from the Butterfly Guard Hook Sweep using the Over Under control. The Opponent counters the Kick Sweep, so Marcelo teaches another Sweep in this position.

3 Part Technique - When an opponent stands against your Butterfly they are exposed for the X Guard Entry. Make sure you have all the techniques in place to finish the Roll Over Sweep from X Guard, because you may not be able to re-esta...

2 Part Technique - You must secure a control before pulling guard, preferably 2on1 Control. The X Guard Entry used is similar to the beginning of the Tripod Sweep, so your opponent may not expect the transition. Finish using the basic ...

2 Part Technique - Force the opponent to expose something using a Hook Sweep. If the opponent posts a leg near you to prevent the sweep, release the Elbow Control to reach under for the X Guard Entry. Target a different X Guard Sweep d...

2 Part Technique - Set up your X-Guard Entry from a blocked Hook Sweep with Collar and Elbow Control from Butterfly and capture his near wrist. Oftentimes your opponent will not address this control over his wrist because it is relativ...

3 Part Technique - You have to be prepared to defend against an opponent who takes your back from a more traditional position rather than with the more superior Seatbelt Control. If he runs behind your hips as you attempt the Hip Roll ...

2 Part Technique - Initiate a Hook Sweep from Butterfly with Collar and Elbow Control; if your opponent counters by posting out his leg against the sweep, he inadvertently opens up enough space underneath his base for you to dive insid...

2 Part Technique - The crux of this lesson isn't so much about a particular guard or technique, inasmuch as it is a call for emphasis on establishing the top position after a successful sweep. Too often will a sweep go to waste and not...

2 Part Technique - Hand Fighting from Butterfly is a matter of avoiding your opponent's grips onto your legs and seizing grips of your own to off-balance him and get the sweep. Retract your feet if see him reach for them and when the t...

3 Part Technique - The Guillotine is available from the Butterfly Guard if you snap your opponent's head down, especially if he decides to attack your legs. If he tries to pry his neck free by backpedaling, quickly secure Single Leg Co...

3 Part Technique - Use hook sweeps with an upper body control to force the opponent into posting his leg. Exposing an opponent's leg in Hook Sweeps creates an opening to X Guard. If the opponent keeps his balance centered, unbalance th...