3 Part Technique - 1Leg Xguard Entry from a Traditional Hook Sweep with Over Under Control from the Butterfly Guard with 2 Sweep variations.

2 Part Technique - The opponent stands to pass your Butterfly Guard. This is a great opportunity to transition into the 1leg Xguard and start sweeping.

2 Part Technique - When the opponent stands to break your Closed Guard, you must initiate the opening first. Hold onto the 2on1 Control and push with your feet to reset into the Butterfly Guard. Grab behind the opponent's lead leg and ...

2 Part Technique - You must secure a control before pulling guard, preferably 2on1 Control. The Tripod Sweep is a simple and basic sweep that loses it's effect against knowledgeable opponents, but can lead to the more advanced 1 Leg X ...

2 Part Technique - Often, the opponent will defend your initial 1 Leg X Guard entry by using a strong foot hook to block. Counter by pulling the opponent even further, almost into a mount type position, with your control on his leg. Us...

2 Part Technique - Retreat temporarily by scooting away if you are not ready when an opponent rushes to pass standing. Bring your shin inside and establish a Single Leg Control to prepare the 1 Leg X Guard entry. If the opponent contin...

3 Part Technique - If the opponent steps inside your butterfly too deeply; preventing you from attaining single leg control, and he holds your head; preventing you from retreating backward, you can still transition to the 1Leg X Guard ...

3 Part Technique - Control the opponent's lead leg for transitioning into 1 Leg X Guard. Use your hips as weight to start rocking in 1Leg X Guard for the sweep. If the opponent presses your knees away to dismantle your guard, stop his ...

2 Part Technique - How you enter into the 1Leg X-Guard is dependent upon two different scenarios when your opponent is standing and has stepped inside your Butterfly Guard. Begin by assuming Single Leg Control by circling your hook acr...

3 Part Technique - If you feel like your opponent is about to break your closed guard, beat him to the punch and release your hold first so you can get one move ahead. Immediately look to transition into your Tripod Sweep from Open Gua...

2 Part Technique - Another reliable option for starting a match is to pull Butterfly Guard with 2on1 Control. Grab his wrist with your same-side hand to allow your other hand to grab onto his sleeve and form the Pistol Grip. You may al...

4 Part Technique - Which type of offensive entry you use against a standing opponent from the Butterfly Guard is entirely dependent upon his level of engagement. If he his close enough to establish grips on his hands or wrists, he will...

2 Part Technique - Catch the opponent's swinging leg with your hook as he steps back to counter your 1 Leg X Guard. If he pressures over your knee forward instead, stop him with your free hand and reset into the position. An opponent w...