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Stomach Push vs Ankle Pull Sweep from Open Guard
     

4-Part Advanced Lesson -- Marcelo demonstrates how to successfully rebound back from a near-sweep directly into a pass: Oftentimes, after hitting a Double-Leg Takedown (a.k.a. Front-Tackle, Morotegari, Baiana, et al.) you will end up i...
Passing the De La Riva Guard
     

2 Part Technique - Before the opponent can establish a control and put you in the De La Riva Guard position, break the grips and work a pass of your own, such as the Over / Under Guard Pass. However, now the opponent was able to establ...
Over / Under Guard and Half Guard Pass
     

3 Part Technique - Passing the Guard and Halfguard using Over / Under Control. This is one of Marcelo's favorite Guard Passes. The Nogi version is exactly the same, except you would use Head and Underhook Control if you or your opponen...
Posted: 5438 days ago
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Over Under Control, Hook Sweep from Butterfly, Frame Escape vs Over Under Pass, Hook Sweep from Half Guard, Bridge Escape from Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - Counter the Over Under Guard Pass by crunching your body and stopping their diagonal pressure. With your Over Under Control, Hook Sweep the opponent to reverse the position. If the opponent is able to flatten your ba...
Heavy Circle Pass to Folding Pass vs Butterfly with Double Under Control
     

2 Part Technique - Double Under Control is a great way to flatten the opponent and nullify their Butterfly Hooks. Using the Heavy Circle Pass requires continuous heavy hip pressure while circling to prevent their Hook Sweep. However, i...
Posted: 5355 days ago
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Knee Cross from the Over / Under Half Guard Pass and Back Step Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - If the opponent is able to get the under hook while you perform the Over/Under Guard Pass, establish the Underhook and Head Control the opposite way instead. Flatten the opponent out and bring your knee across the mi...
Back Step Half Guard and Knee Slide Through Pass
     

2 Part Techniques - Establish the Collar and Elbow Control and first attempt the Knee Slide Through Pass. If you are not able to cross the knee, switch to the Back Step Half Guard to pass on the opposite side. Use the Underhook and Hea...
Standing Step Pass, Knee Slide Pass, and Leg Over Pass
     

3 Part Technique - Press the opponent's back to the mat to initiate passing. Control at the opponent's stomach and knee, while keeping your far leg out. Attempt the Standing Step Pass, but if the opponent holds a Half Guard, use the Kn...
Back Step Half Guard to Over Under Guard Pass
     

2 Part Technique - The Back Step Half Guard is a great solution when you cannot establish an underhook for passing. Sometimes the opponent may secure an underhook in Half Guard, so use the Back Step Half Guard to pass on the opposite s...
Over Under Pass vs Butterfly and Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - The Over Under Pass is one of the most successful guard passes used. It would be ideal to continue from the Over Under Pass vs Butterfly into the Over Under Pass vs Half Guard. The Over Under Control vs Half Guard is...
Standing Step Pass, Knee Slide Pass, Folding Pass, Leg Over
     

3 Part Technique - Your next movement will always depend on your opponent's reaction. This instructional focuses on the connection between these Guard Passes, not the details of the move. Often, your only option is to force a technique...
Over / Under Guard and Halfguard Pass from Collar and Arm Control
     

2 Part Technique - Over / Under Guard and Halfguard Pass using the Collar and Arm Control. This is the preferred Nogi version of this pass using Underhook and Head control.
Knee Slide Through Pass with Collar and Arm Control
     

2 Part Technique - Before using the Knee Slide Through Pass, you need a control for the opponent's upper body, such as the Collar and Arm Control. If the opponent grabs on to your leg with their free arm, loosen your leg and slide agai...
Leg Over Pass vs Butterfly and Leg Over Pass vs Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - The Leg Over Pass can be used as a solution against several positions. Sometimes when using the Standing Step Pass the opponent may attempt a Half Guard Sweep or transition into X Guard, so this will be a great time ...
Posted: 5361 days ago
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Countering the 2on1 Control to a Standing Step Pass
     

2 Part Technique - Countering the 2on1 Control by grabbing the opponent's lapel and forcing their back to the mat. This position is a great opportunity to do the Standing Step Guard Pass. Putting the opponent's back to the mat is the f...
Posted: 5419 days ago
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Folding Guard Pass
     

2 Part Technique - Preventing the opponent from lifting you on top for control and sweeps. Using the Folding Guard Pass and countering when the opponent grabs your heels.
Posted: 5425 days ago
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Folding Pass vs Butterfly, Over Under Pass vs Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - The legs are strong at pushing and pulling, but not at opening from the knees. The Folding Pass attacks this weakness in the legs. If the opponent is able to escape the passing position by transitioning to Half Guard...
Standing Step Pass vs Butterfly, Mount and Leg Over Pass vs Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - When you stand to use the Standing Step Pass make sure you keep the opponent pinned to the ground. You don't want to give the option for the opponent to stand also. The opponent may hold your leg in Half Guard to pre...
Posted: 5346 days ago
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Under Hook and Head Control Over Under Pass vs Butterfly and Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - The Over Under Pass uses a different control for Gi and Nogi. In Gi, continue to use the Over Under Control, while in Nogi use an Under Hook and Head Control instead. The Under Hook and Head Control is better for Nog...
Knee Slide Pass, Over Under Pass vs Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - Use the Collar and Elbow Control to force your opponent's back to the mat. If the opponent locks Half Guard to prevent your Knee Slide Pass, immediately secure an Under Hook and work the Over Under Pass vs Half Guard...
Folding Pass vs Butterfly
     

2 Part Technique - The legs are strong at pushing and pulling, but not at opening from the knees. So, the Folding Pass attacks this weakness in the legs. If the opponent prevents you from completing the pass by pushing at your head, it...
Posted: 5349 days ago
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Knee Slide Pass vs Butterfly with 2on1 Control and Armbar from Knee on Belly
     

2 Part Technique - Not only can you use the Knee Slide Pass with Collar Elbow Control and Over Under Control, but with the 2on1 Control as well. Now, continue to use the 2on1 Control for the Armbar from Knee on Belly.
Knee Slide Pass vs Butterfly, Back Step Pass vs Half Guard
     

3 Part Technique - You must establish a control before passing any type of guard. The Collar and Elbow Control connects perfectly with the Knee Slide Pass vs Butterfly. If your opponent is able to lock the Half Guard while you attempt ...
Collar and Elbow Control Knee Slide Pass, Guillotine vs Half Guard
     

2 Part Technique - Before every guard pass you need to establish a control, such as Collar and Elbow, Under Hook and Head, Over Under, or Double Under. When you stand to attempt a guard pass you must keep your opponent on the ground so...
Heavy Circle Pass, Folding Pass vs Butterfly
     

2 Part Technique - Always drive your opponent's back to the mat to establish control of the position. Immediately circle with hip pressure, while kicking your rear leg straight back. You may not always pass the opponent's guard with th...
Posted: 5241 days ago
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