A sit-up guard system that lets you sweep without big hip mobility.
The Bottom Line
You learn butterfly grips, elevation, and links into SLX and lapel controls. The position favors compact movements over high flexibility. You will not get inverting chains; you will get wrestle-ups and tilts that work as you age.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Sit-up guard players
Skip if: You avoid seated guards
Tech focus: Butterfly Guard, Single Leg X, Sweeps, Tilts, Wrestle Up
Biggest takeaway: Elevate hips, then angle off.
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What You'll Learn
Butterfly guard is a great sit-up guard for limited hip mobility. Adam ties classic butterflies to single-leg X and lapel options so you can off-balance without big hip swings.
If you prefer to wrestle up or tip opponents with short movements, this system fits nicely with a low-flexibility game.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Butterfly Guard
- Sit Up Guard
- Single Leg X
- Lapel Integration
- Sweeps
- Submissions
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 7 hours and 22 minutes
- Released: 2024
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I had more success using butterfly as a hub to stand or tip rather than chase long chains.
Why Adam Wardzinski?
Adam Wardzinski is a multi-time IBJJF champion and Checkmat black belt known for world-class butterfly guard. He teaches practical, pressure-oriented sit-up guard that transitions to modern legs or classic sweeps.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Sit-up guard suited my stiff hips better than playing supine.
- Clear progression from basic hooks to advanced links.
- Sound production and solid English explanations.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some sections assume gi lapel usage and can feel advanced.
- Shorter players may need timing to elevate larger opponents.
- Price is higher than single-volume sets.
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Smart Alternatives
- Butterfly Guard Re-Discovered (original) – Lower-cost entry point for the same core ideas. (Price: $79.00)
- No-Gi Butterfly Guard Rediscovered – If you train mostly no-gi and want fewer lapels. (Price: $79.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Butterfly Guard Rediscovered 3.0 on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.