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Several no-gi guard pulls; check it covers sitting to butterfly.
Sit to butterfly / open guard
Also called Sitting guard · Seated guard pull
Where this leadsOpen guard, bottomYou end up here. See what's next.
Key details
- Grips before you sitHold a collar, sleeve or arm so they can't walk past.
- Sit right in front of themDrop your hips under you, not far away.
- Feet and knees up fastPut butterfly hooks or feet on the hips before they move.
- Stay on your sideNever lie flat on your back. Keep facing them.
Practise with a partner under a qualified coach, and tap early. Terms and safety