Video: The BASICS of the X-GUARD (Sweep options) by Brandon Mccaghren. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
X-guard uses both legs under one opponent leg to off-balance them. Solo patterns build the leg positioning.
3 key details
- One foot behind the knee, one on the hip.
- Hug the leg tight.
- Extend legs to tip them.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Leg extensions
- 2:00X-guard shape solo
- 3:00Transitions from butterfly to X
- 2:00Technical stand-up finish
- 1:00Stretch
Safety
Watch your knees when extending.
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.
