Seated Guard
Seated guard is a guard position where the bottom player stays upright or partly upright instead of lying flat on the back.
Learn the termButterfly Hook
A butterfly hook is the inside foot connection used in butterfly guard to lift, steer, and off-balance the top player.
Quick definition
Beginners learn that a small inside connection can change the whole balance of the exchange when timed well.
Beginner translation
Your foot goes inside the person’s leg so you can help tip them or keep them from settling heavy.
What it does
- The butterfly hook helps create elevation
- angle changes
- sweeps
- and mobility from seated or butterfly-style guard
When you hear it in class
- You see butterfly hooks in seated-guard exchanges and many arm-drag or inside-position sweeping sequences
- Butterfly Hook in drills
- Butterfly Hook during positional rounds
See it
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Watch for this: Watch for how butterfly hook is controlled before speed or force.
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FAQ
What does butterfly hook mean in BJJ?
Butterfly Hook is a common BJJ term used in class to describe a key position, movement, or concept.
How should beginners train butterfly hook safely?
Train butterfly hook with control, follow coach cues, and tap or reset early when needed.