A simple, sweep-first sit-up guard you can use immediately in gi rounds.
The Bottom Line
You learn the wrestle-up game with proven sweeps. The structure helps white to purple belts most. If you want sleeves and trips, this is a win.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Gi beginners
Skip if: Only train no-gi
Tech focus: Sit Up Guard, Tripod Sweep, Wrestle Up
Biggest takeaway: Sweep-first mindset
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What You'll Learn
Lepri packages his trademark sit-up guard into a simple sweep-first system. It is affordable and beginner friendly yet scales up with timing details. You learn wrestle-ups, tripod and sickle mechanics, and collar-sleeve transitions. The material fits gi training best. It is a great first open guard to build off.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Sit Up Guard
- Wrestle Up
- Tripod Sweep
- Sickle Sweep
- Collar Sleeve
- X Guard Entries
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: Beginner
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 44 hours and 29 minutes
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I put this third because many readers need a reliable, low-cost on-ramp that produces sweeps quickly.
Why Lucas Lepri?
Lucas Lepri is a 9x IBJJF black belt World Champion and Hall of Famer, renowned for precision and fundamental mastery in gi competition.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Cheap and effective starter for sit-up guard
- Applies fast in rolling with simple cues
- Great value from an all-time champion
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Older filming; not as polished
- Mostly gi and sleeve oriented
- Some want deeper counters coverage
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Smart Alternatives
- Collar & Sleeve Guard: A Systematic Approach – Similar price and gi-friendly sleeve control. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- The World Championship Open Guard System – Broader gi open guard with sweeps and triangles. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- Zone Jiu Jitsu: Collar Sleeve/Reverse Collar Sleeve – Concept-first sleeve control for progression. (Price: $127.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Sit Up Guard on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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