2 Part Technique - Xguard Entry from the Butterfly Guard Hook Sweep. This instructional also shows 2 sweeps from Xguard gripping the opponent's hands.

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...

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 - Force exposing reactions from the opponent using Hook Sweeps. Over Under is the strongest control to Hook Sweep, but often it can be difficult to secure through hand fighting. Collar and Elbow Control is a great solu...

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 - Enter into the X-Guard if your opponent posts against your Hook Sweep from Butterfly by bringing his leg onto your shoulder and inserting your second hook. If his arms are out of reach because they are posting on the...

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...

2 Part Technique - After winning the hand fighting battle for your grips to set up a sweep, you have to act quickly because it won't be long before your opponent resets himself and you lose the opportunity to score. Use 2on1 Control to...

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 - Pay attention to your opponent's entry into your Butterfly Guard, he may try to reach for either your collar or an underhook. Halt his forward progress by placing your feet on his hips, especially if he makes his gri...