Scissor Sweep

Full Guard Sweep — Scissoring Motion

Key Steps

Step 1: Setup

From the full guard, establish control on a sleeve or wrist (Gi) or under the arm (No-Gi) to limit posture.

Step 2: Create Angle

Hips pivot; move the top leg across the midsection, knee angled to pin the torso; bottom leg slides under the near thigh.

Step 3: Initiate the Scissor

Squeeze knees together while driving hips forward, pinning with the top leg and peeling the far leg away.

Step 4: Finish

As they roll, come up on top and establish side control or mount; maintain grips and base.

Application

• Beginner-friendly, usable in both Gi and No-Gi. Use this step-by-step to convert from bottom guard to top control in jiu jitsu moves and bjj techniques.

Mistakes

• Giving up posture or letting them base.
• Not creating a solid angle or scissor squeeze.
• Poor leg placement (too high/low) or losing grips during roll.

Tips

• Practice slowly, then increase tempo.
• Keep frames with your arms; hip mobility drives the sweep.
• In Gi, use sleeve/collar grips; in No-Gi, use wrists and underhooks.
• This foundation supports many other jiu jitsu moves and bjj techniques for beginners.