Guard position·none — this is a defensive framing position. Best submissions require transitioning out first
X-Pass
Cross-Shin Control
X-Shin Block
Shin blocks thigh - prevent hip escape
Dominance
57
vs 43
Control depth
Distal
Guarding
Transitions
15
outbound
Submissions
0
downstream
//01—About this position
What it is
Passing position where the passer's shin crosses the opponent's thigh in an X formation, blocking hip movement. This shin block creates a control point that prevents guard recovery while the passer chooses angles to advance to side control.
What you do
The step-by-step execution guide lives in the app — 6-step breakdown, biomechanics, and situational tips.
Open X-Shin Block in Grapla for the full detail block, all 15 outbound transitions, the counter graph, and the option to log this position straight to your journal.