Learn the legendary Nicolini Spider Guard system from one of the greatest female competitors in BJJ history

Michelle Nicolini shares her complete shin-on-shin and spider guard game with sweeps, submissions, and transitions

Covers the Nicolini Spider Guard, shin on shin seated guard, and overhook X-Guard

Includes foot locks, knee bars, calf slicers, and multiple sweep options from each position

Multiple-time world champion Michelle Nicolini reveals her signature spider guard and shin-on-shin system in this comprehensive 3-part instructional. Starting with her unique approach to establishing and controlling spider guard, Michelle walks you through sweeps, triangles, and transitions before diving into her devastating shin on shin seated guard game. The series culminates with her overhook X-Guard system, complete with sweeps and leg lock finishes that have made her one of the most feared guard players in competition.

Technique List

Part 1: Introduction to the Nicolini Spider Guard

Introduction

Gaining the Nicolini Spider Guard

Establishing Control Nicolini Spider Guard

Spider Guard Sweep: Option 1

Spider Guard Sweep: Option 2

Tripod Sweep

Triangle

Part 2: Shin on Shin Seated Guard

Establishing the Shin on Shin Guard Off a Failed Nicolini Spider Guard / Double Leg Sweep

Shin on Shin Dive Under Double Leg Sweep

Back Step Defense to Hook Sweep

Back Step Defense to Back Take

Back Take Variation vs. Strong Base

Part 3: Overhook X-Guard

Transitioning From Shin on Shin to X-Guard

Kick Back Sweep

Collar Pull Sweep

Foot Lock

Foot Lock Alternative Angle

Calf Slicer

Knee Bar

Toe Hold

Toe Hold: Option 1

Toe Hold: Option 2

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