Jiu-Jitsu
Sweep-Only Live Rounds
Score sweeps under live resistance without chasing submissions
12 min
6 x 2 min positional rounds
Advanced
Why this drill
Builds toward score sweeps under live resistance without chasing submissions.
Instructions
- 1Start in guard with a partner attempting to pass at moderate resistance.
- 2The bottom player's only goal is to score a clean top-position sweep.
- 3Reset to guard immediately after any successful sweep or pass.
- 4Track which grip or entry produces your highest sweep success rate.
What to focus on
Committing fully to off-balancing before attempting to finish the sweep.
Recommended reps
6 x 2 min positional rounds
Common mistake
Attacking a submission mid-sweep and losing the off-balance you created.