Introduction to Reverse De La Riva
The reverse de la riva guard is a highly effective system for preventing knee slice passes. This instructional guide covers three fundamental sweeps from this position, each designed to counter specific opponent reactions.
Situational Awareness and Sweep Selection
Effective sweeping requires anticipating the opponent's movements rather than relying on a single technique. By developing counters for each possible reaction, the practitioner maintains control regardless of how the opponent initiates their escape or pass attempt.
Establishing the Position
The reverse de la riva begins as the opponent commits to a knee slice pass. The bottom player uses their lower leg to lasso the opponent's leg while turning to the side, eliminating gaps and securing a tight hook. Proper body positioning is critical to prevent the opponent from simply stepping out.
Control Mechanics and Hand Placement
Control is maintained through four primary elements: pulling with the heel grip, pushing with the hamstring against the opponent's shin, maintaining a defensive arm position against cross face attempts, and positioning the top leg's foot in the armpit to prevent submissions. The defensive hand prevents grip fighting while the hook remains tight and sticky.
Sweep One: Disengagement Counter
When the opponent attempts to disengage by walking backward, the bottom player maintains heel control to prevent stepping out. If the opponent peels the foot away, the practitioner immediately transitions by catching behind the knee with their hand and driving the top leg into the opponent's hip.
Executing the Tripod Sweep
From the transition position, the practitioner creates a tripod sweep by pulling with the leg hook, pushing the hip with the top leg, and pulling the opponent's arm while maintaining tension on the heel. Maintaining continuous tension through the initial sweep is essential to prevent the opponent from winning the scramble or reversing position.
Pressure and Leg Lock Transitions
After completing the sweep, the practitioner should maintain constant tension on the opponent's leg. If the opponent attempts to stand, this tension facilitates transitions to leg lock attacks such as the ashi garami, knee reaper, or heel hook from a 411 position.
Establishing Dominant Position
Once the opponent commits to coming up from the sweep, the practitioner transitions their shins to an inside position and establishes a combat base. This positioning allows the practitioner to maintain control of the opponent's leg while preparing to either attack submissions or transition to a dominant passing position.
Reverse de la Riva
Key Takeaways
- ā¢Introduction to Reverse De La Riva
- ā¢Situational Awareness and Sweep Selection
- ā¢Establishing the Position
- ā¢Control Mechanics and Hand Placement
Reverse de la Riva Here we'll be showing you a basic setup, position and 3 different sweeps from the Reverse de la Riva guard. As always; if you have any questions let us know in the comments! Chapters: 0:00 - Start & Intro 0:29 - Positional set-up 4:18 - Tripod sweep 7:25 - TUMbling sweep 10:35 - X-guard sweep 14:21 - Low X-guard sweep 15:26 - Sweep to reap 16:00 - Summary ā Remember to put on notifications to receive an update anytime we drop a new video ā š Subscribe š For more content, videos, solo drills and behind the scenes click on this link: https://www.patreon.com/c/Energia_martialarts Visit BJJ Fanatics for our top instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/search?q=tum ā” Or shop any of my short courses: https://www.patreon.com/c/energia_martialarts/shop ā” To check out our gear go to: https://energia-martialarts.com/energia-fight-wear/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@energiamartialarts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tumenergia/ Instruction: Tum Energia Assisting: Maarten Vervenne Music: Mr. Ortiz #reversedelariva #rdlr #sweep #xguard #delariva #submission #energiamartialarts #bjj #submissiongrappling #mma #brazilianjiujitsu #UFC #submission #triangle #guardpass #pass
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about reverse de la riva?
This video covers introduction to reverse de la riva, situational awareness and sweep selection, establishing the position. It provides detailed instruction from Energia Martial Arts.
How long does it take to learn reverse de la riva?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing reverse de la riva?
After completing the sweep, the practitioner should maintain constant tension on the opponent's leg. If the opponent attempts to stand, this tension facilitates transitions to leg lock attacks such as the ashi garami, knee reaper, or heel hook from a 411 position.
