X-Guard Hip Forward

Escaping the X-Guard involves a sequence of controlled movements to regain a stable position and pass the guard:

1. Start by establishing a strong base to prevent being unbalanced by the opponent's X-Guard.
2. Control the opponent's foot by placing your hand inside their foot, which is the first step to destabilize their X-Guard.
3. Even if the opponent disrupts your base, maintain control of their foot to prevent them from sweeping or off-balancing you.
4. As you control the foot, prepare to move your legs back into position.
5. Pull the opponent's foot forward while simultaneously sitting on their chest to shift your weight and begin the guard pass.
6. Transition your weight forward, placing your right hand on the ground for support.
7. After establishing the post with your right hand, pass over the opponent's leg.
8. Change your foot back to regain control and position yourself beside the opponent.
9. If the opponent has a strong grip and you're unable to control the foot, use your hand to break their grip before attempting to control the foot again.
10. Once you have regained control of the foot, put your feet back in position, push the opponent's foot forward, and sit on their chest.
11. Shift your weight forward, place your left hand on their foot for control, and your right hand on the ground to post.
12. Finally, apply more weight forward, switch your feet back, control the opponent's leg, jump over it, and establish side control.