10th Planet Springfield Warmup B4
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Cocoon to X-Guard SweepΒ·Superhero Jiu Jitsu Academy
Instruction for warmup B4 Standing Knee Slice 1/4 Z Heavy knee slice Judo side control Standard side control Jailbreak eβ¦
Translation: Cocoon to X-guard sweep
Range & classification
Category
Strike & defenceLocksClose rangeFighting multiple people
Distance
CloseMiddleLong
Body target
Upper bodyMiddle bodyLower body
Overview
The Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep transitions from the Cocoon position to X-guard hooks, then sweeps the opponent by extending the legs while controlling the ankle. [1]
Cocoon SweepX-Guard Transition Sweep
History & Origin
Developed by Eddie Bravo for the 10th Planet system. [1]
Country of originΒ· shown in random order
- Brazil10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, No-Gi BJJ
- USAMMA
Effectiveness
High-percentage no-gi sweep. [1]
Lineage
10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu. [1]
Competition Record
Used in EBI and MMA competition
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action β Sweep mechanics from half guard/rubber guard
Position & Entry
From half guard β Execute cocoon to x-guard sweep
Variants
Not yet documented
Videos
1 video
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
2
Low2/10
Positional reversal
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Advanced
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Restricted
β no leg attacks below waist
UWW International Wrestling Rules, January 2026PDFLegal
β IJF β Legal throwing technique
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDFβ IBJJF β Legal at all belt levels
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDFβ Unified MMA β Legal throwing technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFβ ADCC β Legal
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDFβ FIAS Sport Sambo β Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFβ FIAS Combat Sambo β Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFTraining Notes
βDrill the lockdown foundation first (Bravo, 2006)
Common Mistakes
!Poor timing
!Not breaking base first
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Half guard β Lockdown β Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep β Top position
Sources & References
Primary Source
Mastering the Rubber Guard (Bravo, 2006)
1Book[1] Bravo, E. with Krauss, E. and Cordoza, G. (2006). Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu-Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition. Victory Belt Publishing.
2Citation[1] Bravo, E. with Krauss, E. and Cordoza, G. (2006). Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu-Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition. Victory Belt Publishing.
[1] Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard (2006) β technique description and application
Community
Athletics
Good hip mobility
Lower body strength
Notes
The Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep is a 10th Planet transition documented in Mastering the Rubber Guard β transitioning from the Cocoon half guard position to X-Guard for a sweep. (Bravo, Mastering the Rubber Guard, 2006)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to trap the leg when setting up the toe hold from cocoon to X-guard?
Trapping and controlling the leg prevents your opponent from using it to defend by kicking at your grip, which would disrupt the submission. By keeping the leg trapped with you, you can secure the toe hold tight for the finish.
How do you transition from cocoon guard to regular Z-guard in this technique?
Use your hand on your opponent's knee to push them back while controlling their shin, improving your position from quarter-Z to regular Z-guard. From this improved position, you can then turn to their toes to set up the toe hold.
How does the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep work?
The Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep transitions from the Cocoon position to X-guard hooks, then sweeps the opponent by extending the legs while controlling the ankle.
Where does the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep come from?
Developed by Eddie Bravo for the 10th Planet system.
Is the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep legal in competition?
IJF: legal β Legal throwing technique; IBJJF: legal β Legal at all belt levels; UWW: restricted β Legal in freestyle, banned in Greco-Roman (no leg attacks below waist); Unified MMA: legal β Legal throwing technique; ADCC: legal β Legal; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal β Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: legal β Legal
How dangerous is the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep?
Danger rating 2/10. Positional reversal
How do I set up the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep?
The standard setup chain: Half guard β Lockdown β Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep β Top position.
How do I defend against the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep?
Standard counters include: Base out / Whizzer / Pass the half guard.
How effective is the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep in competition?
Used in EBI and MMA competition
What are common mistakes when doing the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep?
Top errors to watch for: Poor timing / Not breaking base first.
What are other names for the Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep?
The Cocoon to X-Guard Sweep is also known as KokΕ«n tu X GΔdo SuΔ«pu, Cocoon Sweep, X-Guard Transition Sweep.