Sweep / Reversal

Sweep

Technique executed from the bottom Guard to reverse position and land on top.

Quick Facts

CategoryConcept / Principle

Pronunciation/[sweep]/

Alternative NamesGuard reversal, Bottom-to-top sweep

Definition

A Sweep is a fundamental BJJ tactical move. Utilizing leg leverage, sleeve/lapel grips, and off-balancing momentum (Kuzushi), the bottom fighter flips the top opponent over to assume top control, earning 2 points in competition.

Related Terms

GuardGuard

Core BJJ bottom ground position where a practitioner controls the opponent using their legs.

Mount / Full MountMount

Highly dominant top ground position where a fighter straddles the opponent's torso.

Submission / TapoutSubmission

Match-ending choke or joint lock forcing the opponent to signal defeat by tapping.

Associated Martial Arts

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu