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Forging The Guard: Mastering The Foundations of Butterfly Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni reviews

Forging The Guard: Mastering The Foundations of Butterfly Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni has 31 customer reviews in this archive, averaging 5.0 out of 5. 100% are five-star and 0 are one or two stars. Reviews run from May 2, 2024 to September 4, 2025. All of them are published below in full, unedited.

Who reviewed Forging The Guard: Mastering The Foundations of Butterfly Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni

29 of these reviewers gave their belt rank when they submitted the review. BJJ Fanatics asks for rank, age and years training at the point of review, so this breakdown is self-reported by the customer.

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Forging The Guard: Mastering The Foundations of Butterfly Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni is currently listed on the BJJ Fanatics storefront at $197.00 USD. View Forging The Guard: Mastering The Foundations of Butterfly Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni on BJJ Fanatics

The reviews

• Bodoni for the win

  Bodoni’s product are among the best on the site. Fire tested game that is built off solid mechanics

  Matt T.September 4, 2025United StatesVerified buyerBlack belt16 yrs training

• butterfly guard

  great details

  George P.February 13, 2025United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt10-12 yrs training

• Bodoni+butterfly+gurd

  Awesome, he is great teacher

  Zdenek B.January 27, 2025Czech RepublicVerified buyer7-9 yrs training

• Great video

  I love GC's stuff: every tutorial is great

  Ewald N.January 19, 2025South AfricaVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• The best!

  Bodoni does an excellent job of presenting a position that would otherwise be pretty difficult to understand.

  Erik S.January 19, 2025United StatesVerified buyer1-3 yrs training

• Great content

  I love GB's instructionals. This one no different

  Ewald N.January 8, 2025South AfricaVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Efficiently Executing from Butterfly Guard

  Giancarlo has done it again. The butterfly guard video is a must have for guard play. He concisely and effectively shows numerous high percentage options and directions of attack from seated open guard that will instantly give you a blue print for your guard game.

  Daniel M.January 5, 2025ColombiaVerified buyerPurple belt4-6 yrs training

• Great series

  I love every series Bodoni brings out.

  Ewald N.January 1, 2025South AfricaVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Butterfly guard

  Giancarlo is best version of Gordon and John for me

  Zdenek B.December 26, 2024United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt7-9 yrs training

• Very comprehensive

  This covers a huge amount of info. Very valuable for butterfly guard players or anyone wanting to improve their butterfly guard.

  DeanDecember 26, 2024United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt4-6 yrs training

• Excellent instructional

  Clear and concise, focuses on all aspects of open guard

  Kieran B.December 16, 2024United KingdomVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Excellent Instructional

  Clear and concise instructional, focusing on all aspects of open guard. Excellent focus on both open guard with a standing opponent and how to deal with body lockers.

  Kieran B.December 16, 2024United KingdomVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• efficiently executing from butterfly guard by giancarlo bodinirfly guard

  excellent gives a good understanding of butterfly concepts and shows excellent linking of these concepts really enjoyed the instructional highly recommended

  denis r.December 10, 2024United KingdomVerified buyerPurple belt7-9 yrs training

• Great instruction on butterfly guard

  Bodoni is a very good teacher. He must be one of Danaher’s students with all the same moves and terminologies, but he communicates much better than Gordon Ryan.

  Andrew Y.November 4, 2024United StatesVerified buyerBrown belt10-12 yrs training

• Great Instructional

  Very Detailed and informative

  Shongthiam L.October 31, 2024United StatesVerified buyerPurple belt4-6 yrs training

• Advanced Strategic Concepts

  Bodoni has outdone himself by providing approaches from a different perspective in modern jiujitsu that is highly applicable in competition. I love how he delivered and formatted his lesson plan.

  Lutz S.October 15, 2024PhilippinesVerified buyerPurple belt13-15 yrs training

• good

  good

  Yooseong P.October 12, 2024United StatesVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• great details

  I love his teaching style. lots of great details, especially loved the shoulder crunch details.

  James R.September 16, 2024United StatesVerified buyerBlack belt13-15 yrs training

• Efficiently Executing From Butterfly Guard by Giancarlo Bodoni

  Great training tool

  David R.September 8, 2024New ZealandVerified buyerPurple belt10-12 yrs training

• Great details, Great instruction

  Giancarlo like many of Danaher students is an excellent teacher

  Jean L.September 7, 2024United StatesVerified buyerBrown belt

• The best butterfly guard instructional I've seen.

  Huge array of ideas and clear instruction!

  Taylor D.August 31, 2024AustraliaVerified buyerPurple belt7-9 yrs training

• A Masterclass in Butterfly Guard - GianCarlo Bodoni Delivers Excellence

  ": A Masterclass in Butterfly Guard - GianCarlo Bodoni Delivers Excellence GianCarlo Bodoni’s "Efficiently Executing From Butterfly Guard" is an absolute game-changer for anyone looking to elevate their grappling skills. As a practitioner, I've always admired Bodoni's technical prowess and strategic brilliance, but this instructional video takes his teaching to an entirely new level. From the very beginning, Bodoni’s clarity and passion shine through. He breaks down the intricacies of the butterfly guard with such precision that even complex concepts become easily understandable. The video is meticulously structured, starting with the fundamentals and progressively moving towards advanced techniques. Each segment is packed with detailed explanations, demonstrating not just the "how" but also the "why" behind each move. What sets this instructional apart is Bodoni's ability to convey his deep understanding of leverage, timing, and body mechanics. His emphasis on efficiency ensures that practitioners can conserve energy while maximizing effectiveness—an invaluable skill in any grappling scenario. The techniques are demonstrated in real-time and slow motion, providing a comprehensive view that caters to both visual and kinesthetic learners. Bodoni’s teaching style is engaging and personable. He anticipates common mistakes and provides insightful tips to avoid them, making this video suitable for grapplers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner seeking a solid foundation or an advanced practitioner looking to refine your game, "Efficiently Executing From Butterfly Guard" offers something for everyone. Moreover, the production quality is top-notch. Clear audio, crisp visuals, and seamless transitions make for an enjoyable viewing experience. The inclusion of multiple camera angles ensures that no detail is missed, and the supplementary materials, such as drills and practice routines, enhance the learning process. In summary, GianCarlo Bodoni's "Efficiently Executing From Butterfly Guard" is a must-have for any serious grappler. It is a masterclass delivered by one of the sport's finest, offering invaluable insights and practical techniques that will undoubtedly enhance your performance on the mats. Bodoni’s expertise and dedication to teaching are evident in every minute of this exceptional instructional video. Highly recommended!

  Randy R.July 29, 2024United StatesVerified buyerBlue belt1-3 yrs training

• great

  love it

  Leon P.July 29, 2024AustriaVerified buyerWhite belt1-3 yrs training

• Awesome seated guard instructional!

  Bodoni is an excellent teacher and is getting better each instructional! This instructional covers the concepts and specific techniques on how to create a complete seated guard game. I mainly play butterfly and learned a lot of now things!

  Matias I.July 18, 2024FinlandVerified buyerBlue belt4-6 yrs training

• butterfly guard

  top notch

  Franco G.June 25, 2024MexicoVerified buyerBrown belt10-12 yrs training

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