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Half Butterfly

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Also called: half butterfly, half butterfly guard

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3 gi · 3 no-gi

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Half GuardWhen: when defense is good
Scissor SweepWhen: opponent in combat base, foot hook placement
Side ControlWhen: successful pass execution
Single Leg X GuardWhen: underhook and move hips underneath opponent
Knee on BellyWhen: sweep opponent over and establish position

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Half GuardWhen: move to side and occupy space

Half Butterfly

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