Bjj Fanatics - John Danaher - Passing The Guard May 2026

Often considered a companion to the main passing series, this focuses on the transition from a pass to a secure pin.

: Adapting to No-Gi by using constant movement and grip adaptation rather than static holding. BJJ Fanatics - John Danaher - Passing the Guard

: Covers passing against seated vs. supine (lying on back) opponents, emphasizing "waist exposure" to initiate body locks. 3. Half Guard Passing & Dynamic Pins Often considered a companion to the main passing

: Danaher identifies three primary obstacles to passing: the opponent's feet, knees, and hands. Key Passing Methodologies : De La Riva

: Breaking and passing the Closed Guard, De La Riva, Lasso, Spider, and X-Guard.