Half Butterfly Guard

Half butterfly guard is a hybrid position combining half guard control of one leg with a butterfly hook on the opponent’s other leg. This allows the bottom player to sweep or off-balance the opponent while retaining defensive control.

The position is particularly effective for setting up underhook attacks, triangles, or transitioning into X-guard and deep half. It offers the versatility to respond dynamically to pressure while threatening immediate sweeps.

Its development reflects the modern approach to layered guard systems in BJJ, emphasizing adaptability and constant threat generation from multiple angles. Practitioners who master this hybrid can fluidly chain attacks and transitions.