# Guard Sweeps > Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard sweep instructional videos for BJJ, grappling, and MMA. (iPhone/iPad app by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guard-sweeps/id567153955 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Grapplearts Enterprises Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/539545697) - Category: Sports, Health & Fitness - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 3.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 360 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2012-10-10 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guard-sweeps/id567153955/reviews.md ## What is Guard Sweeps? THE MOST EFFECTIVE BJJ GUARD SWEEPS FOR TRAINING, COMPETITION AND SELF DEFENCE. REVISED, UPDATED & EXPANDED FOR YOUR IPHONE, IPOD, AND IPAD - Step-by-step instructions for Guard Sweeps that get you from the bottom to the top starting in a wide variety of guard positions. Useable with and without the gi in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Submission Grappling, and MMA. Stephan Kesting is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blackbelt, an instructor in Combat Submission Wrestling, and has over 30 years of martial arts experience. He operates Grapplearts.com, one of the most respected grappling sites on the web. In this app Stephan takes you through the most effective high percentage sweep techniques, starting from the closed guard, open guard, butterfly guard, etc and getting you to the top position where you can dominate a match. This app - Grapplearts Sweeps - includes: 

* 26 high percentage guard sweeps broken down using high quality video instruction into easy-to-follow steps * 6 detailed breakdowns and my top training tips for the most common guard positions. * 'Additional Details' videos for every technique, taking you through the advanced points to make that technique truly effective * All the material is shot in high definition video so it looks great on your iPhone, iPod Touch, and/or iPad * Position-based menus to get you to the technique you need easily and quickly * This app is self-contained. Once you've downloaded it you do NOT need an internet connection to view the step-by-step techniques or the detail videos * BONUS: by purchasing this app you also become eligible to download Stephan's highly-reviewed 'Roadmap for Brazilian Jiu-jitsu' book for free! TECHNIQUE LIST CLOSED GUARD 1 - Tips for the Closed Guard 2 - Back Climb 3 - Single Hook Sweep 4 - Hip Buck Sweep 5 - Pendulum Sweep OPEN GUARD 6 - Tips for the Open Guard 7 - Balloon Sweep 8 - Lumberjack Sweep 9 - Tripod Sweep 10 - Tomahawk Sweep 11 - Omoplata Sweep HALF GUARD 12 - Tips for the Half Guard 13 - Back Climb 14 - Bridging Sweep 15 - Foot Grab Sweep 16 - Rollunder Sweep 17 - Butterfly Lift BUTTERFLY GUARD 18 - Tips for the Butterfly Guard 19 - Butterfly Sweep 20 - Armdrag 21 - Ankle Pick 22 - Modified Lumberjack Sweep 23 - Idiot Sweep X GUARD 24 - Tips for the X Guard 25 - Standup Sweep 26 - Far Leg Buckle 27 - Back Trip Sweep 28 - Banana Peel Sweep SPIDER GUARD 29 - Tips for the Spider Guard 30 - Leg Reaping Sweep 31 - Baiting Sweep 32 - Double Biceps Balloon Sweep ## Key features - 26 high-percentage guard sweeps - Step-by-step video instruction - Techniques for various guard positions - Usable with or without gi - Offline access - Detailed breakdowns and tips ## Recent user reviews (10 of 27) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guard-sweeps/id567153955/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Sound works! *2024-07-31* Just make sure your phone isn’t on silent modes/vibrate only.. Good videos and detailed instructions ### 5/5 — Awesome *2021-12-28, version 1.7* I love it!!! But for some reason the sound does not work on the app for me!!! This is horribly frustrating!!!! Is there a way to fix this? ### 3/5 — Sound does not work *2021-05-14* Sound is missing. Tried reinstalling and it still doesn’t work. It would be a 5 star otherwise. The other Grappleart stuff is good. ### 5/5 — Sound *2018-10-11, version 1.7* Sound does not work since update to iOS 12 please fix 5 star when I can hear 1 star no sound is useless The problem was fixed when I bought the master app and re downloaded ? ### 1/5 — Sound does not work *2018-08-12* My audio will not play for this and the sweeps app. The audio in their BJJ Roadmap works fine for me. I reinstalled the app to try to troubleshoot with no success. ### 5/5 — Superb!! *2016-06-30, version 1.3* This is a great app again from Stephan. One of many I now own. I have been training Jiu Jitsu for about a year and I was looking for some extra tuition outside of my club to help me progress faster. The videos are short, clear and easy to understand and follow. I can easily apply what I have learned from Stephan's video to my training. There are techniques shown that I don't think my club instructor would ever teach. My BJJ game and confidence is improving which I am delighted about. Plus I can easliy access the information on my phone or ipad if I need a refresher. Plus I found the price very resonable. ### 1/5 — Great App, but iOS update broke it *2015-09-18* The latest iOS update has made the text invisible on this app. It needs an update ASAP. When it is working, it's normally a great app with useful information and clear demonstrations. ### 5/5 — not an easy part of bjj *2015-06-26* but he makes it easier ### 5/5 — Another hit! *2014-12-01* A big winner! Like all of Kesting's apps! Worth every penny and then some. ### 5/5 — Really works *2014-09-08* I've tested this stuff. Top notch instruction. It'll up your game. ## Frequently asked questions about Guard Sweeps ### What does this app teach? This app provides step-by-step video instruction on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard sweeps. It covers a wide variety of guard positions and techniques designed to help you transition from the bottom to the top position. ### What are the key features of this app? The app includes 26 high-percentage guard sweeps demonstrated with high-quality video, detailed breakdowns of common guard positions with training tips, and additional videos for advanced technique points. It also offers offline access to all content. ### How much does this app cost? This app is a paid application. The price is a one-time purchase, and once downloaded, you do not need an internet connection to view the instructional content. ### What devices is this app compatible with? The app is designed for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad devices. All video material is shot in high definition to look great on these Apple devices. ### Who would benefit from using this app? This app is ideal for anyone practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Grappling, or MMA, whether for training, competition, or self-defense. It's particularly useful for those looking to improve their offensive guard game. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.7 — 2017-11-23 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Updates for iOS 11 and changes to support new upcoming app platform. ### 1.6 — 2017-02-07 General enhancements and bug fixes ### 1.3 — 2015-10-02 Now compatible with iOS9 ### 1.2 — 2013-03-26 Fixed issue in Key Points screen that affected navigation. ### 1.1 — 2013-02-05 Several bug fixes. ## Apps similar to Guard Sweeps | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MyJitsu](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myjitsu/id1460844723) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Sports | | [BJJ Coach CURRICULUM Jiu Jitsu](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-coach-curriculum-jiu-jitsu/id1289643210) | 4.5 (6) | Free | Sports | | [Roy Harris BJJ Over 40](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roy-harris-bjj-over-40/id426984931) | 5.0 (4) | $19.99 | Sports | | [Purple Belt Requirements 2.0](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purple-belt-requirements-20/id6445845231) | 4.9 (8) | $99.99 | Sports | | [The White Belt Bible, Judo,BJJ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-white-belt-bible-judobjj/id429596182) | 4.6 (5) | $19.99 | Sports | | [Thai Boxing For You](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thai-boxing-for-you/id444579927) | 4.5 (6) | $4.99 | Sports | ## More apps by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc. - [Submissions](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submissions/id539545694) - [Submission Defense](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/submission-defense/id604793778) - [BJJ Roadmap](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-roadmap/id864289023) - [BJJ Concepts](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-concepts/id1106105151) - [BJJ Master App by Grapplearts](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bjj-master-app-by-grapplearts/id1308072068) All apps by Grapplearts Enterprises Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/539545697 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*