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5 Open Guard Sweeps Every BJJ White Belt Should Learn As Early As Possible

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I recently did a video title: 4 Full Guard Sweeps Every BJJ White Belt Should Learn As Early As Possible. It was fairly popular and several people asked for some open guard sweeps as well.

So in today’s video I’m going to show you 5 different BJJ sweeps from 5 different open guards that even a beginner or White Belt can use. I say this because I learned all of these sweeps as a beginner. And I teach them to my students who are newer with lots of success. I can also say that I’ve used every one of these sweeps in rolling or competition against Black Belts as well, so they’re effective at any level.

Hopefully after watching you’ll have some extra ideas on open guard options in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu.

Oh and if you’d like to watch the original video I did from full guard.

You can check it out at the link below.

https://youtu.be/6oo323AQ0JI

-Chewy

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The Most Effective Pendulum Sweep Setup I Had Early On in BJJ

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The other day I was messing around with an old Pendulum Sweep setup that I don’t really use much anymore, but that used to be one of my favorite options from Full Guard as a BJJ White Belt. Now I don’t use it much anymore because I branched off into other Jiu-jitsu positions like Half Guard and Butterfly Guard.

 

That said, it’s still a great setup that you can add to your Brazilian Jiu-jitsu game in order to work towards things like the Pendulum Sweep or even back takes.

 

I called the position “The Axe” primarily because the point of the elbow and configuration of the arm makes me think of an axe.

 

I also show 2 ways to get into the position.

 

So if you’re on the search for a setup to the Pendulum Sweep from Full Guard or just looking for some useful Full Guard sweeps to throw into the mix then I hoped the video was useful!

 

Thanks for watching.

-Chewy

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Half Guard Sweeps and Working Grips in the Gi (Chewjitsu BJJ Rolling)

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In today’s BJJ rolling video you’ll be able to watch me in the Gi. While my game doesn’t change much from Gi to No Gi there are some variations.

Like in my first match with my Brown Belt Nick you’ll see us exchanging grips as he fights for worm guard. I tried to take his back using a counter grip I’d been using but wasn’t successful. But, just for the record, it has worked in the past.

In the next roll you’ll see me attempting a Brabo choke using the gi and then lost it when I got sloppy in S Mount.

This definitely wasn’t the hardest BJJ training session ever but it was a fun night. Hopefully you enjoyed watching it and took something away.

Thanks for watching!
-Chewy

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2 Effective Spider Guard Sweeps for White Belts Wanting To Use Open Guard

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Recently I received a request for some simple Spider Guard sweeps that you can use in BJJ. So in this video I cover 2 Spider Guard Techniques that are, in my opinion, fairly easy to implement. I say this because a lot of grapplers want to develop some sort of open guard game eventually but picking the right sweep out of the thousands that exist can be tough. So these 2 sweeps are great starters for anyone trying to develop an open guard game.

 

 

In the video I show a basic opening to a open guard position discussing the importance of grips and tension. Then I get into the 2 spider guard sweeps.

 

The 1st one is the Spider Scissor Sweep. I call it this because it shares some similar mechanics as the traditional scissor sweep from full guard. The sweep can also land you in a great finishing position in mount where you’ll have both arms still tangled up and ready to attack.

 

The 2nd sweep is the Thread Sweep. This sweep used to be my “magic sweep” back in the day. People would step up to a combat base and I’d use the sweep. When you practice it you’ll definitely feel the power of the position.

 

So thanks again for the question, and for any of you wanting to open up your guard a bit more I hope this video is useful to you!

 

 

Thanks for watching.

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Half Guard Sweep And Back Take (Chewjitsu Open Mat)

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Half Guard Sweep And Back Take

Half guard is by far one of my favorite positions. Recently we were going over a series from Half Guard. This video is a little different than the usual technique videos. This one was recorded during my classes while I was teaching my students.

In the video I show:

  • An entry into the particular half guard we were using from a basic knee shield position
  • A counter to a person who is using the over hook to keep you pinned down
  • If the person tries to maintain space, a reverse kimura position (I showed this move in this video previously)

I’ve used this type of half guard effectively since I was a purple belt. I’ve used it in competition, in training and I even used it in MMA before.

Hope the techniques help, if you have any questions, leave a comment or shoot me an email.

-Chewy

 

Standing Full Guard Sweep : Waiter Sweep

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Standing Full Guard Sweep : Waiter Sweep

What’s up guys! In this video I show one of my favorite standing full guard sweeps. The sweep is used when an opponent attempts to stand and break the guard. While they stand you get the cross grip and then once they reach their feet you get the under hook on the leg and get your sweep.

I’ve personally used this full guard sweep a ton in training and competition as a black belt. I say that just to remind you that it’s a fantastic full guard sweep at any level of BJJ.

Give it a try. If the video helps let me know. Leave a comment or shoot me a message.

Chewy

 

 

Arm Drag Variation from Butterfly Guard Against Tight Grips

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I love the arm drag. I have since the days when I wrestled and I’ve been using the technique from multiple positions since I was a white belt.

In this video I show a reverse arm drag / kimura position from butterfly guard. In this video I show it against someone with tight grips and how to crawl up the arm to set up an attack. The student who is doing the move with me, Adam, actually has a nasty double knee pass and this is something I have to use on him. I’ve also used it in competition vs bigger and stronger opponents.

 

Oh and the video starts after me and the students goof around for a bit.

Chewy

 

D’arce Choke Defense : Counter Sweep From Half Guard And Bottom Of Side

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D’arce Choke Defense : Counter Sweep From Half Guard And Bottom Of Side

The Darce or D’arce choke is a super effective and somewhat painful choke. People can attack with the Darce choke from top of Half Guard as well as Side Control. Knowing how to defend against the technique in BJJ is important, as it can happen quickly.

In this video I show a way to defend against and shut down the Darce choke and counter it with a sweep.

I’ve used this move a lot since I play from half guard a lot. It’s all about developing the sensitivity with your under hook.

So if the Darce or D’arce choke (however you prefer to spell it) is giving you trouble. Try this counter.

If it works for you, I’d love to hear about it.

Thanks

Chewy

Half Guard Pull Right Into A Sweep

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This is a half guard pull I’ve had a lot of success with both in training and competition. The sweep too has been really effective. I find that half guard tends to be an easier position for me to deal with larger opponents since I don’t have long legs. If you’re a half guard player or are looking to add half guard into your BJJ game, give it a try!

In the video below you can watch me use the half guard pull.

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Flower Sweep To Armbar From Full Guard

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So I showed this armbar to my students one day and they loved the move. At first glance the technique might look a little fancy since you’re spinning around the arm. But I assure you, as I did my students, I’m a caveman. My jiujitsu is simple and if I can do it, you can do it. The key to making the move work is knocking the opponent off balance with the flower sweep. This will give you the initiative and allow you the space you need to gain the under hook and move into position for the spiral motion.

Sorry about the mic hanging at the top right of the video. Cameras have since been changed.

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