The HIP BUMP Sweep Is Your New Favorite Closed Guard Sweep!
Apr 29, 2021Some techniques are more basic than others in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However, just because they're basic doesn't mean that they don't work on the highest of levels.
On the contrary: you'll often find that the most elementary of techniques will take you the furthest when you roll! And it doesn't matter if it's a submission, an escape, or whatever else – if you understand the proper timing and can execute the technique with skill, you will make it work!
It's the same thing with sweeps. For example, the Hip Bump Sweep. It's one of the first ones you'll learn, and you will use it at all belt levels!
Here's how to do it. Jean Vandesteen demonstrates: