Struggle to pass guard? Get a passing roadmap that works regardless of how flexible or tricky your opponents guard!
At the 2009 World Championships, Roger Gracie put on an incredible performance. Not only did Roger submit all nine of his opponents, but he used the same pattern of pass, mount, and submit.
In the months after Rogers phenomenal performance, I devoured footage of matches and to understand how he was so successful. Two things caught my eye.
The first thing was his mount control is insane. The way he distributed his weight and broke his opponent’s posture is masterful. I still use the mount principles I saw him apply in those fights to this day.
Secondly, regardless of the guard his opponent played, Roger always ended up in the same passing position. Roger would smash the hips to one side while keeping his opponent’s shoulders flat. From this smashed position, it was relatively easy for him to climb to the mount.
This was Roger’s system; it was a thing of beauty, but it also got me thinking.
You don’t need different passes for each guard…
I’d always thought you needed different ways of passing for each guard. Roger only had one way of passing, but he could enter it from any guard.
It was like an explosion going off in my brain. In an instant, passing went from complicated to incredibly simple.
With the help of my coach, Braulio and training partners, I spent the next year and a half trying to perfect my style of passing.
It all came down to establishing one position. A position I could get from any guard, and once established I know all my opponent’s options.
Before we go any further, I should introduce myself.
How I got good… fast
My name is Tom Barlow, and I’m considered to be one of the best British-born Jiu Jitsu competitors ever.
This is my angry face before competing at Polaris
What makes this amazing is, I managed this without regular supervision of a Jiu Jitsu instructor.
My training was limited to an hour or two PER MONTH with my instructor, Braulio Estima, and practicing with my students and friends at my Academy.
One of the reasons I have been so successful as a competitor is because I recognised the importance of systems very early in my Jiu Jitsu career.
It’s because of systems (and a good work ethic), that I got my Black Belt in around five and a half years and won numerous Jiu Jitsu competitions, most notably, the No-Gi World Championships as a Black Belt three years in a row (2013/14/15)
No Gi World Championships 2013
No Gi World Championships 2014
No Gi World Championships 2015
A big part of my success was due to the passing system I mentioned earlier. I have always been a top player, so had to pass almost every time I compete. Thankfully, I could rely on my passing system to get the job done.
One simple position you can get from any guard…
Rather than tell you about the passing system, here’s a video that details the concept of the position and how to control it, plus a couple of examples of how to complete it, and how to enter it.
Regardless of your size, when you perform this position correctly, your partner will feel like there’s a tonne of bricks pressuring down on them, and they’ll be almost completely unable to move.
Seriously, I showed this to a 55kg girl, and I think she broke my neck when she did this on me.
The beautiful thing about this position is you can achieve it from almost any guard. It doesn’t matter if they’re playing reverse-de-la-worm-upside-down-tornado guard or a simple spider guard, the wedge is available.
Here’s an example of how you can enter the system from a notoriously tricky guard to pass; the Lasso.
Don’t get me wrong; passing is always challenging, but having a clear guide takes away the confusion and gives you a path to passing.
Introducing the Guard Passing Guide
The Guard Passing Guide will give you a roadmap pass any guard no matter how seemingly complex or unorthodox. It includes around five and a half hours of video across six different instructionals.
Instructional #1: The Simple Passing System
The backbone of the guide comes from the Simple Passing system. This is a how I pass guard a vast majority of the time and will teach you a systematic way to pass the guard no matter what your opponent tries.
(worth £27)
Instructional #2: Chelsea Leah’s Modern Guard Passing
This instructional includes some excellent add-ons to the simple passing system, including how to capitalise on your opponent’s counters and how to pass modern Jiu Jitsu guards.
(worth £27)
Instructional #3: Lapel Guard Passing
Lapel guards are everywhere these days, and if you don’t know to untangle yourself and avoid your opponent’s attacks, you’ll be at their mercy. This instructional will show you how to avoid and pass the most common lapel guards and enter into the simple passing system.
(worth £27)
Instructional #4: The Triangle Leg Clamp
The triangle leg clamp is a useful addition to anyone’s game is at completely shuts down your opponent’s ability to use their hips. From that position, you can easily pass to side control, mount, or take their back.
(worth £17)
Instructional #5: The Floating Pass
Understanding how to force your opponent to carry your weight and float above them is a very beneficial skill. Floating passing can prevent your opponent’s entangling your legs, shut down inversion attempts, and make your opponent incredibly tired.
(worth £17)
Instructional #6: The Art Of Drilling Guard Passes.
This instructional is a collection of over 30 of my favourite guard passing drills, that will massively increase your transitional speed and improve your guard passing.
(worth £17)
In total, that’s over five and a half hours of detailed footage split into six instructional that will teach you to get into the passing position no matter which guard you find yourself in.
Here’s what some people who’ve benefitted from these passing systems have said:
“A great and useable system which is easy to incorporate into your game straight away for both beginners and more advanced grapplers. Very clear and concise instructions. Tom Barlow has a great teaching style.” – EN. (Purple Belt)
“I have found Tom’s system immensely helpful in the short time I have had it. Tom is clear and concise in his explanation of the techniques and the breakdown of concept and drills is easy to follow.” – SG. (Blue Belt)
“Tom system is a pretty bullet-proof guide if you’re looking for simple and effective strategies. Why complicate things when simplicity works?”- Stephen R. (Blue Belt)
“Tom’s systems have given me a structured learning tool to enhance my whole game. Thanks, Tom!”
– JS. (White belt)
How much is the Guard Passing Guide?
If you were to buy all these instructionals separately (which you can’t) it would cost you £132 or around $170.
However, you won’t have to pay anything near that. As with everything I release, I’m going to offer it to you at a ridiculous price.
For a limited time, you can get the complete Guard Passing Guide for only £47 (about $60)
It’s worth way more than that, but I want as many people as possible to benefit from the information and avoid the frustrations of getting stuck unable to pass.
To get the Guard Passing Guide for only £47, click the button below and complete your order.
You’ll get instant access to all the instructionals to stream or download.
My Guarantee
As with every product I create, I do everything I can to make sure you’re satisfied with your purchase.
I’ve never had a refund, that may change in the future, but that’s why I’m confident to offer you this guarantee.
If you don’t think the Super Solo Drilling course will help you improve your Jiu Jitsu then I’ll refund your money.
Here’s How To Get The Guard Passing Guide Today
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3. There you’ll be able to download or watch the instructional content. The videos are compatible with all devices so you can use it anywhere.
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