: Guard passing is viewed as a series of questions and answers. The goal is to break connections, control distance, and move into "safe positions" or "staging positions" before completing the pass. Key Techniques Covered : Loose Passes : Toreando and Long Step.
: Forcing the opponent into a chest-to-chest half guard as a high-percentage "hub" for passing. BJJ Fanatics - John Danaher - Passing the Guard
: Creating situations where the opponent must choose between defending the pass or giving up a submission. : Guard passing is viewed as a series
: Adapting to No-Gi by using constant movement and grip adaptation rather than static holding. BJJ Fanatics - John Danaher - Passing the Guard