How to Do the De La Riva Collar Drag Sweep in BJJ
The DLR collar drag sweep combines the DLR hook with a sharp collar drag to pull the opponent off-balance and expose their back. The DLR hook prevents them from stepping forward to recover while the collar drag pulls them past you, allowing you to come up behind them for a back take.
✓ Key Details to Master
- 1 From DLR guard, grip the collar behind their neck
- 2 Maintain the DLR hook to control their lead leg
- 3 Drag the collar sharply downward and past your body
- 4 The DLR hook prevents them from stepping to recover balance
- 5 Come up behind them and secure back control
✗ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ⚠️ Collar drag not sharp enough to off-balance them
- ⚠️ DLR hook coming loose during the drag
- ⚠️ Dragging across your body instead of past your body
- ⚠️ Not following immediately to get behind them
- ⚠️ Releasing the collar grip before securing back position
🔄 Variations
- → Two-on-one drag
- → To front headlock
- → With arm drag combo
- → No-gi snap down DLR
🛡️ Counters & Defenses
- → Posture up against the drag
- → Strip the DLR hook
- → Counter collar drag with sprawl
- → Turn to face when pulled forward
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belt level should I be to learn the De La Riva Collar Drag Sweep? ▼
The De La Riva Collar Drag Sweep is typically introduced at the blue belt level. However, higher belts continue to refine this technique throughout their BJJ journey. Building a technical foundation. Developing a guard game and understanding of timing.
Does this work in both gi and no-gi? ▼
The De La Riva Collar Drag Sweep works in both gi and no-gi, though grip adjustments may be necessary. In no-gi, focus on body control and underhooks instead of gi grips.
How do I set up the De La Riva Collar Drag Sweep? ▼
The De La Riva Collar Drag Sweep is typically executed from de la riva. Key setups include controlling your opponent's posture and creating the right angle. Practice the entry repeatedly before focusing on the finish.