Discover Xande Ribeiro’s Impenetrable Guard Since 2005!
A strong and impenetrable guard is a key objective for any serious martial artist. Even if you possess a natural talent for guard play, where your offensive guard is razor-sharp and you swiftly assume the defensive position upon engaging your opponent, there are moments when an opponent weighing 100kg manages to overpower you, right?
Well, Xande Ribeiro hasn’t experienced that since 2005! It has been nearly 15 years since anyone has successfully immobilized Xande and earned the three guard pass points!
As a seasoned Jiu Jitsu competitor, Xande has achieved numerous prestigious titles, including 7 IBJJF World titles (including 2 absolutes), 2 ADCC titles, 4 Pan American titles, and many other remarkable accomplishments. What’s truly remarkable is that, while accumulating these victories, Xande’s Jiu Jitsu skills evolved to a point where no one could break through his guard. Even more astonishing is the fact that, despite excelling in both top and bottom positions, Xande dedicated himself to refining his guard in order to overcome opponents from a secure position.
In a recent conversation with Bernardo Faria, Xande unveiled the secret behind his highly respected “fortress” guard in the world of Jiu Jitsu. He explained how he developed an exceptionally secure game when his back is on the ground.
Watch the video below to gain insight into Xande Ribeiro’s revolutionary approach!
In the video, Xande reveals his unique Diamond Principle system, which enables him to defend against various types of attacks from passers during combat. By utilizing his arms and legs in a diamond-like formation, Xande effectively shields his armpits and face, ensuring that his guard remains impenetrable. His elbows and knees constantly work to fend off the passer’s attempts, creating an extraordinary defensive strategy.
Who will be the next person to pass Xande’s guard and retire him? Or will he keep this amazing record forever?
This is the drill that Xande Ribeiro uses to not get his guard passed in competition since 2005:
Xande Ribeiro explains his whole concept on guard retention:
– Keep your knees connected to your elbows.
– Reverse hip.
– Guard retention when someone has you in their side control.
– Guard retention when someone mounts you.
– Use your opposite knee when retaining your guard.
Stay safe and always keep your guard with Xande Ribiero’s revolutionary diamond concept of defense.
- Learn Xande’s diamond concept that lets him defend, escape, and reguard against the best in the world – everyone from beginners to black belts can learn from Xande’s methodical system of escaping some of the worst positions in all of BJJ.
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