Lasso Guard Setup and Context
The instructor reviews the foundational lasso guard position, where the bottom player places their foot on the top player's hip while controlling their arm. Previous instruction covered basic lasso sweeps, including a lasso-spider variation where the foot placement threatens lateral sweeps.
Counter to Combat Base Defense
When the top player lifts their foot to establish combat base and defend against sweeps, the bottom player can respond with two main sweep variations. Both techniques address the specific moment when the top player raises their foot to prevent being pushed off balance.
Sweep One: Lasso with Dela Riva Hook
The bottom player maintains the lasso while adding a dela riva hook on the lifted leg. The grip transitions from the sleeve to the collar as the hips move out, creating tension that keeps the top player controlled and prevents them from scrambling to recover.
Sweep One Execution: Hip Movement and Lifting
From the dela riva position with the lasso maintained, the bottom player places their foot underneath the leg and centers their hips into the dela riva hook. They then execute a butterfly sweep motion while staying tight to the top player's arm, swimming underneath to finish in a cradle position.
Sweep Two: Alternative Leg Defense
When the top player lifts their opposite leg to defend against sweeps in the other direction, the bottom player adapts by maintaining outside pressure on the lasso leg rather than collapsing the knee inward. This positioning prevents easy leg passing.
Sweep Two Execution: Butterfly Hook Placement
The bottom player places the lasso leg underneath the top player's far leg, positioning their foot close to the knee to generate effective leverage. They maintain grip control on the sleeve or collar while lifting the arm above their head to execute the sweep.
Sweep Two Finish and Control Maintenance
The bottom player maintains grip control throughout the sweep to prevent the top player from turning back into their guard. By keeping the arm trapped and lifting it above their head while spinning up, the bottom player achieves the top position.
Lasso Guard Sweeps
Key Takeaways
- •Lasso Guard Setup and Context
- •Counter to Combat Base Defense
- •Sweep One: Lasso with Dela Riva Hook
- •Sweep One Execution: Hip Movement and Lifting
Lasso Guard Sweeps. In this weeks video we look specifically at lasso sweeps when your opponent lifts their leg into combat base. When we threaten the sweeps to either side usually our partner will either stand up or lift a leg to combat base to stop the sweep. When they choose combat base these 2 sweeps are very high percentage .. enjoy #bjj #jiujitsu #martialarts ➡️ Follow me on 🚨 INSTAGRAM: @thegrapplelab === Like this video? Please subscribe === PLEASE CHECK OUT ⬇️ 🚨 TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/thegrapplelab 🚨 FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/thegrapplelab 📹 VIDEOS: @submissionstories 🥋 SCRAMBLE: https://scramblestuff.com/ 🙇🏻 THEGRAPPLELAB: www.thegrapplelab.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about lasso guard?
This video covers lasso guard setup and context, counter to combat base defense, sweep one: lasso with dela riva hook. It provides detailed instruction from The Grapple Lab.
How long does it take to learn lasso guard?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 7-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing lasso guard?
The bottom player places the lasso leg underneath the top player's far leg, positioning their foot close to the knee to generate effective leverage. They maintain grip control on the sleeve or collar while lifting the arm above their head to execute the sweep.
