A modern, grip-savvy butterfly system that sweeps, submits, and links to SLX reliably.
The Bottom Line
You will learn stable grips and overhook dilemmas. You will connect butterfly to SLX and RDLR for standers. You will not rely on one flashy sweep.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Butterfly-first players
Skip if: You never play seated
Tech focus: Butterfly Guard, Single Leg X, Arm Drag
Biggest takeaway: Grips create height
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What You'll Learn
Wardzinski gives you a modern butterfly that connects to SLX, RDLR, and submissions without needing Marcelo-level athleticism. Brown belts get sequencing, posture cues, and the lazy butterfly layer that still off-balances standing passers. It is practical in both gi and no-gi, and the grips translate cleanly.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Butterfly Guard
- Lazy Butterfly
- Single Leg X
- Overhook Sweep
- Arm Drag
- Waiter Sweep
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Advanced
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 29 minutes
- Volumes: 3
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I rate this highly because butterfly remains a brown-belt staple that wins exchanges without strength.
Why Adam Wardzinski?
Wardzinski is one of Europe’s top black belts, known for a dominant butterfly system and wins over elite competitors.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Must-have if you play butterfly.
- Details on grips and overhooks are gold.
- 3.0 version covers standing answers better.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Less effective against persistent standers unless you link to shin-to-shin.
- Some sequences feel easier for longer-limbed players.
Smart Alternatives
- The Reverse De La Riva System by Mikey Musumeci – If you want more outside hook options from open guard. (Price: $197.00, 4 vols)
- Wrestling Up From Guard by Dante Leon – When opponents refuse to kneel against butterfly. (Price: $79.00, 3 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Butterfly Guard Re-Discovered on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
