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Scissor Sweep
A fundamental sweep from closed guard that uses a scissoring leg motion to off-balance and reverse the opponent.
Learning Time: 3-5 weeks
Flexibility: medium
Risk Level: low
A fundamental sweep from closed guard that uses a scissoring leg motion to off-balance and reverse the opponent.
How to practice
- Drill the key movements slowly, focusing on balance and frames.
- Progress to light positional sparring from the relevant position.
- Note common counters (2) and plan your follow-ups.
Quick Info
Category:sweeps
Difficulty:beginner
Training Type:both
Muscle Groups:
hips
legs
core
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