What is the Hip Bump Sweep?
The hip bump sweep sits up explosively in closed guard, bumping the opponent forward when they post a hand on the mat. It is one of the highest-percentage white-belt sweeps and the standard entry to the kimura.
Sit Up and Break Balance
- Open guard briefly and sit toward the posting side
- Pull cross-collar or head control to bring them forward
- Drive hips into the opponent while pulling with grips
- Force a hand to the mat on the side you are attacking
Sweep or Kimura
- If they post, capture the wrist and thread the kimura grip
- If they fall without posting, follow to mount with underhook control
- Technical stand-up option when they base wide with both hands
Key Grips & Control Points
Timing & Movement Cues
- Bump when the opponent drives forward or posts to prevent a scissor sweep
- Sit up as they lean back to avoid guard breaks
- Attack immediately when a hand hits the mat
Follow-Up Options
- Kimura when they post the arm
- Mount stabilization when the sweep succeeds
- Triangle when they hide the posted arm high
Setups & Entries
- Threaten scissor sweep to force a post
- Collar drag that exposes a defensive hand
- Break posture then sit up in one motion
Training Drills
- Sit-up bump repetitions with partner posting on command
- Hip bump to kimura chain rounds
- Scissor-or-bump reaction drill
Coaching Notes
- Bump with hips and chest together — arm-only bumps fail
- Do not release leg connection until you secure top position
- Follow the opponent to mount; do not stop at sweep
Related Study
Connect this movement with complementary positions and attacks.
Summary
The hip bump punishes forward pressure and posted hands. Sit fast, bump hard, and be ready to sweep or kimura before they recover base.