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
Course Content
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Volume 1
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Introduction
00:00 - 03:17
Gaining The Nicolini Spider Guard
03:17 - 05:22
Establishing Control Nicolini Spider Guard
05:22 - 06:43
Spider Guard Sweep- Option 1
06:43 - 08:36
Spider Guard Sweep- Option 2
08:36 - 11:08
Tripod Sweep
11:08 - 13:04
Triangle
13:04 - 16:17
Volume 2
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Establishing The Shin On Shin Guard Off A Failed Nicolini Spider Guard - Double Leg Sweep
00:00 - 08:09
Shin On Shin Dive Under Double Leg Sweep
08:09 - 11:53
Back Step Defense To Hook Sweep
11:53 - 14:46
Back Step Defense To Back Take
14:46 - 16:46
Back Take Variation Vs. Strong Base
16:46 - 21:06
Volume 3
CHAPTER TITLE
START TIME
Transitioning From Shin On Shin To X-Guard
00:00 - 03:57
Kick Back Sweep
03:57 - 07:51
Collar Pull Sweep
07:51 - 10:12
Foot Lock
10:12 - 16:52
Foot Lock Alternative Angle
16:52 - 20:37
Calf Slicer
20:37 - 22:58
Knee Bar
22:58 - 40:18
Toe Hold- Option 1
40:18 - 44:26
Toe Hold- Option 2
44:26 - 54:35
What Will You Learn?
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