### Introduction The Pendulum Sweep is a classic and highly effective sweep used in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to transition from a defensive position to a more dominant one. It is typically executed from the closed guard position. ### Position - **Position:** Closed Guard ### Technique Execution 1. **Setup the Position** - Start in the **Closed Guard** position, where your legs are wrapped around your opponent's waist. - Secure a firm grip on your opponent's sleeve with your right hand. - With the left arm, control their posture by grabbing the collar or the back of their neck. 2. **Create Angles and Prepare the Sweep** - Open your guard slightly and place your right foot on the opponent's hip to create space. - Use your left arm to pull their sleeve across their body while the leg on the hip helps pivot your body. Aim to leverage your legs and arms to generate momentum. - Use your right hand to maintain their sleeve control, moving it across your midline as you shift your body to your left. 3. **Implement the Pendulum Motion** - With your left foot, start a pendulum-like swinging motion. Swing your leg outward and downward to build momentum. - As momentum is created, lift your hips off the mat. 4. **Execute the Sweep** - While your left leg follows the pendulum motion, allow it to swing over your opponent's head. This continues the momentum needed for the sweep. - Simultaneously, drop your right leg underneath your opponent's body as you begin to turn them over. - Push with your left leg and pull with your left hand on their sleeve to generate enough force to topple your opponent. 5. **Secure the Mount** - As your opponent starts to flip over, roll with them staying tight. - Land in the **Mount** position, ensuring the opponent is beneath you. - Look to establish control immediately to prevent them from regaining posture or initiating escapes. ### Tips - Timing is crucial; execute this sweep when your opponent's posture is compromised. - Maintain control of the opponent's arm throughout the entire movement to ensure efficiency and reduce the risk of them escaping or counter-sweeping. - Practice the pendulum motion with forceful, but smooth swings, to maximize the power in your sweep. ### Japanese Name - **Japanese Name:** N/A ### Conclusion The Pendulum Sweep is a fundamental tool for BJJ practitioners, offering a reliable way to advance from a guarded position to a dominant one, particularly suitable for smaller fighters utilizing leverage and technique over sheer strength.