Video: Technical stand up from butterfly guard by Ethos Jiu-Jitsu Fullerton. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
In MMA, butterfly guard is a great spot to create space and return to your feet. Hooks lift the opponent, then you use a technical stand-up.
3 key details
- Use the hooks to lift and push their hips away.
- Post one hand behind you.
- Stand up with your head away and hands up.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Butterfly posture
- 2:00Hook lifts and pushes
- 3:00Technical stand-ups
- 2:00Combined sequence
- 1:00Groin stretch
Safety
Soft surface.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
