Description
What Will You Learn?
The Complete Butterfly Guard
A full-spectrum system to master butterfly guard—covering sweeps, submissions, positional transitions, and dynamic control—directly from the GOAT of butterfly.
Course Overview
Marcelo Garcia, four-time ADCC champion and five-time IBJJF world champion, delivers a masterclass on his iconic butterfly guard. Over four volumes, this instructional transforms butterfly from a transitional tool into a dominant, multidimensional position—capable of sweeping, attacking the back, and imposing submissions on opponents of any size.
What You’ll Learn
- Volume 1 – Core Mechanics & Entry Systems
Body positioning and posture fundamentals for butterfly guard; hook placement and powerful sets; sweep initiation with standard hook, leg-kick, and collar-tie setups. - Volume 2 – Dynamic Attacks & Leg Drives
Explosive leg-kick sweeps with head-pull control; shoulder clamp variations; “Marcelotine” headlock-to-back finish chains. - Volume 3 – Distance Management & Counter Strategy
Timing for pull-reshoot sweeps; counter to posture breaks and tripod defense; chains into back-takes and arm drags. - Volume 4 – Advanced Sweep Library
Reverse arm-lock, double-tricep control, rocker sweeps; attacks versus standing opponents; integration with X-guard and back entries.
Who This Course Is For
Grapplers aiming to upgrade butterfly guard from neutral to dominant; those seeking a sweep-first, pressure-driven style that works equally well against larger, stronger opponents.
✅ Key Benefits
- Proven Competitive Strategy – Techniques Marcelo used to defeat world-class athletes many times his size.
- Comprehensive Flow System – Seamless connection of sweeps, back-takes, and submissions.
- Dynamic and Adaptable – Designed for both gi and no-gi; handles standing, scrambling, and resistance smoothly.
- Masterclass Insight – Marcelo shares the “why” behind each setup, just like private gym instruction.






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