Rafael Lovato Jr Teaches Cross Collar Hook Sweep
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Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep
Genusスタンダード襟袖スイープ(Sutandādo Eri-sode Suīpu)
HybridTranslation: standard collar-sleeve sweep
Overview
The Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep executes the fundamental collar-sleeve sweep by placing one foot on the opponent's hip and the other foot on the bicep of the controlled sleeve arm, then off-balancing the opponent by pulling the collar while pushing with both feet to sweep them backward or to the side. [1] The guard player uses the collar grip to break the opponent's posture forward, then extends the hip foot and bicep foot to create a platform that elevates and directs the opponent's fall. [1],[2] The sweep finishes with the guard player following up to top position. [2],[3]
History & Origin
Effectiveness
The standard collar-sleeve sweep is the baseline open guard collar-sleeve sweep. [1]
Lineage
A fundamental gi BJJ sweep. [1]
Competition Record
Used in IBJJF competition. [1]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Breaking the opponent's leg control to advance to a more dominant position
Joints Involved — Hips (posture and pressure), knees (opening the guard with knee-in or standing), hands (grip fighting)
Force Vector — Forward pressure (stack/smash) or backward posture (stand-up break) to open the closed guard
Passing Mechanic — Once the guard is opened, speed passing, pressure passing, or toreando passing advances the position
Position & Entry
From bottom side control — Create frames with the forearms against the opponent's neck and hip, hip escape (shrimp) to create space, insert the knee to recover guard
From underhook escape — Swim the near arm to an underhook, bridge into the opponent and come to knees or reverse
From opponent's transition — When the opponent moves to mount or north-south, use the movement to create space and escape
Variants
Standard sweep — primary off-balancing and reversal technique from the guard
Combination sweep — chaining two sweep directions to catch the opponent's adjustment
Counter sweep — sweeping as the opponent initiates a guard pass attempt
Competition sweep — optimised for point-scoring in tournament settings
Videos
1 video
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
3
Moderate3/10
Sweeps reverse position from bottom; moderate impact on landing for top player
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
— Unified MMA — Legal defensive/transitional technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— IBJJF — Legal
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— IJF — Legal
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDF— ADCC — Legal
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— UWW — Legal
UWW International Wrestling Rules, January 2026PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Standard collar-sleeve sweep: collar grip, sleeve grip, foot on hip and foot on bicep, pull forward with the collar, push with the hip foot, and scissor to sweep (Cobrinha, Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle, 2013)
✓Step 1: from open guard, establish cross-collar grip and opposite-sleeve grip
✓Step 2: place the sleeve-side foot on the opponent's bicep — this elevates and controls their arm
✓Step 3: place the collar-side foot on the opponent's hip
✓Step 4: pull forward with the collar grip to break their posture and load their weight forward
✓Step 5: push with the hip foot and sweep toward the sleeve side — the controlled arm can't post
✓Step 6: follow to top position — the sleeve control gives you immediate passing advantage
✓The sweep direction goes toward the controlled sleeve — the posting ability is removed on that side
✓The foot on the bicep is the key detail: it elevates the arm, preventing posting and creating sweep opportunities
Common Mistakes
!Sweeping toward the uncontrolled side — always sweep toward the sleeve-controlled side
!Not placing the foot on the bicep — the bicep foot is the critical control for arm management
!Pulling with the collar without pushing with the hip foot — both forces must work together
!Releasing the sleeve during the sweep — the sleeve control is the key; maintain it
!Not using the hip foot as a lever — the hip foot provides the sweeping force
!Not following to top position — follow through to establish side control or pass
!Playing collar-sleeve without threatening submissions — the sweep-submission combination is the strength
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Control Grips — establish the controlling grips needed to load the sweep
2Off-Balance — shift the opponent's weight to the target direction
3Execute Sweep — apply the sweeping mechanic to topple the opponent
4Follow to Top — ride the sweep momentum to establish top position
Sources & References
Primary Source
Jiu-Jitsu University (Saulo Ribeiro, 2008)
1BookThe Guard (Moreira & Beneville, 2008)
Alias sources — [1] Jiu-Jitsu University (Saulo Ribeiro, 2008) [2] Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and Technique (Renzo Gracie & Royler Gracie, 2001)
2BookJiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Jiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008)
3OtherJapanese Martial Arts Hybrid Terminology
Mixed Japanese-Western terminology — combines traditional Japanese terms with katakana loanwords
4CitationThe Guard (Moreira & Beneville, 2008)
Alias sources — [1] Jiu-Jitsu University (Saulo Ribeiro, 2008) [2] Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Theory and Technique (Renzo Gracie & Royler Gracie, 2001)
5CitationJiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Jiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro, 2008)
Community
Athletics
Requires
timing, hip power, off-balancing skill
Favours
strong hips and active legs for sweeping leverage
Key muscles
hip flexors, glutes, quadriceps, core rotators
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should my arm be positioned relative to my opponent's body in the collar-sleeve sweep?
Rafael Lovato Jr. emphasizes getting your arm into the opponent's chest with your wrist and forearm under the chin, which helps you direct their head and sets up potential neck attacks.
What's the correct knee position when executing this sweep?
Keep your knee on the outside of their ribs and slightly angled to the side rather than directly in front of them—this prevents them from collapsing your leg and makes the sweep more effective, according to Rafael Lovato Jr.
Should my back touch the mat during the collar-sleeve sweep?
No—Rafael Lovato Jr. explicitly states you should never let your back touch the mat; instead, go to your side while loading and steering your opponent before kicking them over.
What's the first motion when executing the sweep?
The first motion is to load your opponent up on your hook by going to your side, which sets up the final kick-over phase of the technique.
How does the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep work?
The Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep executes the fundamental collar-sleeve sweep by placing one foot on the opponent's hip and the other foot on the bicep of the controlled sleeve arm, then off-balancing the opponent by pulling the collar while pushing with both feet to sweep them backward or to the side. The guard player uses the collar grip to break the opponent's posture forward, then extends the hip foot and bicep foot to create a platform that elevates and directs the opponent's fall.
Where does the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep come from?
The standard collar-sleeve sweep represents the core technique of the collar-sleeve guard system, perfected by elite competitors like Leandro Lo and Rafael Mendes. It is a high-percentage competition sweep widely used at all belt levels.
Is the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal defensive/transitional technique; IBJJF: legal — Legal; IJF: legal — Legal; ADCC: legal — Legal; UWW: legal — Legal; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep?
Danger rating 3/10. Moderate — sweeps reverse position from bottom; moderate impact on landing for top player
How do I set up the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep?
The standard setup chain: Control Grips → Off-Balance → Execute Sweep → Follow to Top.
How do I defend against the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep?
Standard counters include: Base and Posture — maintain wide base and upright posture to resist the sweep / Grip Strip — break controlling grips before the sweep can be loaded / Back Step — retreat the leg being attacked to remove the sweep fulcrum.
What are the variants of the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep?
Common variants: Standard sweep (primary off-balancing and reversal technique from the guard); Combination sweep (chaining two sweep directions to catch the opponent's adj…); Counter sweep (sweeping as the opponent initiates a guard pass attempt); Competition sweep (optimised for point-scoring in tournament settings).
How effective is the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep in competition?
Used in IBJJF competition.
What are common mistakes when doing the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep?
Top errors to watch for: Sweeping toward the uncontrolled side — always sweep toward the sleeve-controlled side / Not placing the foot on the bicep — the bicep foot is the critical control for arm management / Pulling with the collar without pushing with the hip foot — both forces must work together / Releasing the sleeve during the sweep — the sleeve control is the key; maintain it.
What are other names for the Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep?
The Standard Collar-Sleeve Sweep is also known as Sutandādo Eri-sode Suīpu, Basic Collar Sleeve Sweep, Standard Collar And Sleeve.