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Half-Butterfly Guard from Top Lockdown

Uses the stable Top Lockdown base to switch angles and secure a half-butterfly guard, neutralizing the opponent's half-butterfly threat.

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  1. 1Stabilize the Top Lockdown position before moving up.2:04
  2. 2Switch angles to enter half-butterfly guard.2:18
  3. 3Hook the butterfly with the toes first.2:47
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Top Lockdown Turk by Craig Jones
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