What is X-guard?

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X-guard positions you underneath your opponent with your legs forming an X shape around one of their legs. It is a powerful sweeping position that elevates and off-balances them. X-guard leads to leg locks, back takes, and technical standup sweeps. It requires getting very close underneath your opponent.

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