Balloon Sweep

Balloon Sweep

A sweep that lifts and off-balances the opponent with the legs, often sending them forward or overhead. It is commonly used from open guard against a standing or kneeling opponent, and also from closed guard variations.

Where Balloon Sweep connects

Comes from

Deep Half Guard
Balloon Sweep

Balloon Sweep

Leads to

Mount
Mount

Champions who use it

Technique videos

Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals | Balloon Sweep from the Open Guard

Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals | Balloon Sweep from the Open Guard

Danny Fung

How To Sweep Anytime With The BALLOON SWEEP | BJJ Game Changer |

How To Sweep Anytime With The BALLOON SWEEP | BJJ Game Changer |

BIG OSS Jiu-Jitsu Channel

Guard Pull to Balloon Sweep by Gezary Matuda

Guard Pull to Balloon Sweep by Gezary Matuda

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Related techniques

Waiter Guard
Waiter Sweep
Half Guard
Half Guard
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