Brazilian jiu-jitsu · Guard passing · Guard · Randori / rolling

Guard passing positional

Start in open guard; top passes, bottom sweeps or submits; reset on a result.

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Time
12 min
Players
2–30
Age
U9+
Area
Mat

Setup

  1. Pairs, one seated in open guard, one standing or kneeling.

How it runs

  1. Top works to pass to side control; bottom works to sweep or submit.
  2. Reset on a pass, sweep or tap; swap after 2 minutes.
  3. Rotate partners every round.

Coaching points

  • Passer: control the hips or the legs before moving.
  • Guard: keep the feet connected to the partner.
  • Stay calm; reset when stuck.

Common mistakes

  • Passer leaning in with no grips.
  • Guard player lying flat with no frames.

Say it: “Control, then move.”

Make it harder

  • Passer must pass standing.
  • Bottom starts with grips.

Make it easier

  • Top can only pass one way, called out.
  • Bottom defends only, no sweeps.

Reviewed by the Sportdify coaching team.