Sweeps · Gi & no-gi
Roll-under sweep against an overhook
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Change direction underneath when overhook pressure prevents you from coming up.
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Half guard · Playing guard
Training
WATCH VIDEO · 3 min section · 5:08–8:03
Opens the video at this section · No-gi demonstrationHow To Sweep Wrestlers From BJJ Half Guard by Lachlan Giles
Lachlan Giles
Setup & key ideas
Before you start
- A retained underhook and trapped-leg connection.
- Access to the far leg and the specific hook change shown in the lesson.
Key ideas
- Recognize pressure that blocks the rise.
- Connect to the far leg before changing direction.
- Rebuild a stable top position after the turn.
Common pitfalls
- Rolling because any overhook is present, without the required leg control.
Connections Reactions and next steps
Where this can lead
- Half guard · Passing guard
The reversal brings you on top but their legs still retain yours.
- Side control · In control
You finish the reversal with the legs cleared and a stable pin.