How to Sweep from Butterfly Guard when Half Guard Isn't Working

Sometimes in BJJ the Half Guard just isn't going to work and you're going to need a different position to switch to.
This is the case especially if you have a good Half Guard. You'll get known for having a good Half Guard and Half Guard Sweeps. And your opponent will begin to defend against it during rolling or a BJJ competition.
When this happens you have to find a different way.
In Brazilian Jiu-jitsu training or competition. When someone is able to stop my sweeps or attacks from Half Guard. I switch off to Butterfly Guard.
Butterfly Guard links directly to Half Guard so it's an easy switch as you'll see in the video.
And along with that, it's kind of a crossroads to multiple guard positions. From Butterfly Guard I can switch back to Full, X Guard, Spider Guard, Etc. With very little adjustment needed.
In this BJJ technique video I show what I like to do in Brazilian Jiujitsu when I am forced out of my Half Guard. I link this together with a really quick, simple and effective Over Under Sweep from Butterfly Guard.
I hope it's useful.
-Chewy
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[@IAm010110]

Duuuuuuude!! I always let my guard get passed just so I can get somebody into my half guard. But then I get stuck.... cuz they smash and pressure me. That underhook is key... then create distance and put in the butterfly... then set up the sweep. This, I realize, is what my professor does. He sweeps me all the time. And it's because he lets me pass his guard, he establishes the underhook, traps the arm and head, and inevitably sweeps me. Thanks for the breakdown and instruction. Can't wait to try this out on the mats tonight. :-)

[@Panda-nk4ec]

We were working on butterfly sweeps last night! It was my third BJJ class. When we were rolling, I kept getting stuck in half guard. This is really helpful for a new guy. Thanks!

[@mohitthapa7064]

One of the things you have to develop with your game..... *LATER NICK*

[@Chewjitsu]

Haha, I can't let my student go out without a goodbye! :P

[@AdilKhan-sh9fv]

Thanks for this video. Noob here and I'm getting caught up with holding on to the half guard (but not knowing what to do next). Will try it out.

[@Mephistoau]

Haha I actually love the fact that you say bye to your students and stuff mid video. PRIORITIES MAN! They're in the right place! I've got a question but it's not about half guard though. I've been doing mma for about 10 years, but isolated jiu jitsu only for about a year and a half to two years. I find that a lot of the time even when i'm comfortable with who i'm rolling against I still find i feel like i'm just defending 90% of the time and when I attack it just seems inefficient - guard gets passed easily, subs escaped easily etc. I know i'm super early in the game, super early. But i'm not sure how to tighten up what i'm doing when I get minimal feedback? Trying to FEEL what I need to be doing, but yeah, it's tough when i'm not as confident as with my stand up stuff... Thanks again for the videos man!

[@pegasusofdark3768]

Amazing move. My biggest struggle is always options when I have someone in my half-guard. This helps a lot. Also, thumbs up even before watching the video :)

[@grahambusinesssolutions1661]

Love your videos Chewie, wanted to show my little boy how to do this on me as he ends up in half guard a lot with me when we're having some fun rolling or just burning off some energy during lockdown, but couldn't remember how to show him properly because I haven't trained in grappling in years now, so that short vid was just perfect and will help me keep him engaged enough until I can get him into a bjj school. Karl.

[@greghighley6894]

I love your channel! Thanks for the cool and helpful videos!! :)

[@jesse799]

Thanks brother i taught this the other day Love using it because no one sees it coming !

[@skylarodonahue6873]

I find myself in half guard all the time so this will help. Thank you!

[@steogiles491]

Ur videos are very informative man keep up the good work 👊👊

[@stevenc4477]

Thanks for the info, gotta keep practicing this.

[@JOSEATJG]

Great stuff! Thanks!

[@pinksnootgaming]

Always good work deserves a thumbs up!!

[@Chewjitsu]

Thanks!

[@fetchinglad17]

Thank you this is great.

[@nicocontreras5366]

Such a nice technique, I like to play with that hook when I am flat in half guard but this is way better.

[@reyg7028]

HUGE DETAIL on head control !!!

[@mamabearthrives7815]

Thank you!

[@jasonkennedy9950]

I was going to give this video a thumbs up but since you told me what to do Chewey..........NO THUMB FOR YOU!!!!!! (nah I gave it a thumbs up, these videos are always awesome)

[@Joeyace665]

Thanks chew

[@MrApplepie54321]

such good content

[@dustinandkirstin]

I want to first say thank you so much for making these videos. I have used them alot! Today was my first bjj class and I loved it. The next 2 classes that i can make it to a just "rolling" classes. Meaning people are just coming to roll. No instruction. I want to seem eager but I no so little that I think in a class of ONLY rolling I would be in the way. Go to rolling class or just wait until the next actual class? It is only a couple days after. Thanks alot

[@blackfootgunner8872]

Gracias Chewy! Oss.

[@PTS.MT.Goalie.BJJ.Andrew]

the shrimp to butterfly hook I find easier said then done. Those bjj scout videos (adam wardzinski) are helping me with the butterfly guard. But great video, helps me remember the details that are sometimes lost.

[@whippycongo482]

How’s it going now lol

[@WayOfShotgun]

Literally hit this one all the time. Works even on the heaviest guys.

[@prophetwebster50]

Afternoon/evening hair (obviously)? Great vid, i've thumbed up and i'm buying a T-shirt.

[@Chewjitsu]

Hah! Yep, it was an evening video after class.

[@TheRealMrLucas]

Hey chewie, one of things I've been wondering and especially after watching a lot of your half guard series videos, is what are some great moves to do in half guard from the top position. I only really know the knee slice pass and I was wondering if you have anything you specifically do to either pass half guard or even submit someone from half guard. A lot of times I can get the kimura from the top, but I feel I'm using too much strength to complete it and it's not a dependable technique. Great Video Btw.

[@jesseascriven]

Could you do a video for nubes on what grips to and worry about with take downs, while someone is trying pass your guard and grips to try and grab that may help set up positions? Thanks Jesse Scriven

[@capicornboss]

Oss!!

[@OpenProof]

Hey Chewy, love the channel. I have a question for you. My instructor is talking about giving me a blue belt in the next month or so and I don't feel like I am ready. I do train 4-5 sometimes even 6 days a week but it will have only been 7 months. Should I tell him I don't feel I deserve it enough or is that disrespectful? I trust him and he is a legitimate instructor. Is this imposter syndrome or is it actually too fast? I have read 18 months is more appropriate.

[@darrellpevoteaux2]

Chewy, how can I get a couple chew-jitsu t-shirts, xxl, different colors...???

[@jesse799]

Hey man im only a BB but have been training 7 years im looking at starting a youtube channel but dont know how to start haha have any advice ? Thanks bro!

[@elmemesin]

hi chewi! i train bjj for 5 years and im blue belt in GFTeam How can i stretch the intercostal muscles, and oblique muscles for my core? I injured those muscles several times in bjj and its are De-motivate me! >:(

[@AlphaWhale]

Do you lift?

[@elmemesin]

Jacob Holsinger i did it but now i dont, idk what to do

[@AlphaWhale]

Lifting weights (especially heavy compound lifts) is excellent for core strength and stability. If you're not into that for some reason you could look into body weight style exercises that target your core, or even do some form of Pilates/Yoga. You can easily find these exercises here on KZbin.

[@elmemesin]

Jacob Holsinger thanks for your help!! i Will try it!

[@elmemesin]

Joshua Thompson thanks Bro!

[@yoyartube]

Adam

[@Stick_jitsudad808]

More half guard

[@mpcollins1993]

Blood, sweat, and beards

[@randalevans1441]

First!

[@Chewjitsu]

Randal wins the awesome award for the day.