Two Sides Of The Same Coin: Knee Shield
Welcome to the most comprehensive Knee Shield masterclass ever filmed — taught by Rafael Lovato Jr. and Xande Ribeiro.
You won’t just “learn the position” here. You’ll discover how two of the most accomplished grapplers in history approach the Knee Shield in different ways — and how their styles complement, contrast, and elevate each other.
Side by side, they break down their favorite techniques, details, concepts, transitions, and so much more — so you can develop a Knee Shield game that fits your style.
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What if you could keep improving in BJJ for decades to come?
If you are like most BJJ practitioners, then the Knee Shield... Isn't really your weapon of choice on the mats.
They use it to stall.
Or to "rest".
Or worse — they abandon it altogether, thinking it's not for them.
But when you learn to see it through the eyes of two all-time greats…
That same position could become a launchpad for your attacks.
In this course, Rafael Lovato Jr. and Xande Ribeiro reveal how they each built a powerful game around the Knee Shield.
You’ll see how they:
- Use the power of concepts to control their opponents
- Chain high percentage attacks
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Set up submissions & sweeps with ease
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Use timing, posture, and weight differently — for the same goals
This is more than a collection of techniques.
It’s a system.
And it will give you tools to turn the Knee Shield into your A game — not just now, but for years to come.
Why you struggle with the Knee Shield...
Treating it like a resting position
Without understanding proper structure, posture, angles, and timing, the Knee Shield will always remain just a way to hold space, to rest — not advance position & set up attacks. That’s why most people abandon it (or don't even consider it) before ever unlocking its full potential.
Learning random techniques
No, you don’t need more random techniques in order to improve your game. You need to learn the underlying concepts, details, the system as a whole – and see how different styles solve the same problems differently. That’s the key to finding what actually fits your game.
Doesn't feel threatening
If you’re not threatening sweeps, submissions, back takes... You’re just surviving. And when opponents figure that out, they will feel much more at ease with your Knee Shield – which is something you must not allow them to feel at any time. They have to feel threatened, not laid back, when going against you.
Meet your instructors: Rafael Lovato Jr. & Xande Ribeiro
Between us, we’ve spent decades at the highest levels of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — winning world titles, evolving the art, and coaching thousands of students around the world to unlock their potential.
Now, for the first time, we’re bringing our two unique perspectives together to teach you the Knee Shield like never before.
In Two Sides of the Same Coin: Knee Shield, you’ll discover how we each approach the same position differently — and how understanding both styles will give you a deeper, more complete game.
This course isn’t about memorizing random techniques.
It’s about training your mind to see the hidden opportunities, threats, details, transitions — and building a Knee Shield system that works at every level of your game.
It's time to train smarter. To understand deeper. And to improve faster.
We’re excited to share it all with you inside.
Two Sides of the Same Coin:
The Knee Shield
Two unique styles...
... One complete understanding. Learn how Rafael and Xande each use their Knee Shield details and systems to fit their games — and how mastering both perspectives gives you an unstoppable guard built for control, attacks, and transitions.
Superb technical depth:
In this 3+ hours-long course, you will discover concepts, setups, sweeps, submissions, and details — not as random moves, but as two cohesive systems you can mix, match, and personalize for your own preferred style and goals.
Long-term growth:
Beyond just techniques, Rafael and Xande discuss their very own deeper strategies and ideas that will fuel your consistent evolution on the mats — so you stay sharp, adaptable, and ahead of your competition year after year.
What's included:
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- Introduction
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Xande's Knee Shield style
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Rafael's Knee Shield style
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The Paddle
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Threatening the neck
- Triangle to Omoplata attack
- Finishing the Omoplata Sweep
- Scissor Sweep
- Cross Sleeve setups
- Building on the 2-on-1 attacks
- Cross Collar Grip to Side Closed Guard
- 2-on-1 grip to Side Closed Guard
- Side Closed Guard details & back take
- Side Closed Guard to Pendulum Sweep
- Side Butterfly Guard (Rafael)
- Side Butterfly Guard (Xande)
- Side Butterfly Guard attacks (Rafael)
- Side Butterfly Guard attacks (Xande)
- Opponent stands up (Xande)
- Opponent stands up (Rafael)
Get 3+ hours of elite Knee Shield knowledge — and transform your BJJ game for life
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$0.54 per day for peak performance in BJJ.
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Two Sides of the Same Coin: Knee Shield is your blueprint for building a dynamic, durable, and dangerous Knee Shield — taught by two of the greatest to ever step on the mats.
With over 3+ hours of in-depth instruction, Rafael Lovato Jr. and Xande Ribeiro will guide you through the concepts, techniques, details, transitions, and systems that can transform your Knee Shield into a true weapon — no matter your body type or experience level.
For only $197 — that's about $0.54 per day over the course of a year — you’ll be investing in knowledge and skills that will serve you for the rest of your BJJ journey.
✅ One-time payment. Lifetime access.
✅ No additional costs — ever.
✅ Free access to any future updates.
If you’re serious about building a system that works at every level of the game, adapts to different opponents, and keeps you growing year after year…
Then this is the course for you.
