Finish More Scissor Sweeps

Welcome back to Fat Snake Jiu Jitsu. If you're already comfortable hitting the Scissor Sweep from closed guard, it's time to go deeper and add some sharper tools to your arsenal.

Sweeps aren’t just about reversing position—they’re about creating leverage, disrupting your opponent’s base, and chaining your attacks with precision. In this video, we’re revisiting the Scissor Sweep—not as a basic white belt technique, but as a dynamic entry into higher-level transitions and submissions.

We’ll look at key upgrades to your mechanics: adjusting your angle, using your grips strategically to break posture, and incorporating kazushi (off-balancing) principles to make the sweep feel effortless—even against a resisting opponent.

You’ll also see how to adapt the sweep based on your opponent’s reactions: whether they posture up, shift their weight, or try to shut it down with pressure. We’ll cover transitions into triangle setups, back takes, or switching to a flower sweep if they post.

This video is all about refinement and timing. Whether you’re rolling in class or competing, these advanced details will help you hit the Scissor Sweep against higher belts who know what’s coming. Let’s evolve your fundamentals and keep your guard dangerous.