Adult Jiu Jitsu in Miramar Beach | Passing De La Riva & Reverse De La Riva

Adult Jiu Jitsu at Coastal Jiu Jitsu in Miramar Beach, Florida gives adults a way to work hard, think clearly, and build patience under pressure. In this gi class, students continue their work on leg work and guard passing, learning how to get past the De La Riva and reverse De La Riva guards and settle into side control.

For busy adults, parents, and professionals, this is a look at how we train. The coach adds detail in layers, partners drill with steady feedback, and the class finishes with positional rounds.

Inside this class

The lesson reviews why a partner might use the reverse De La Riva and what they can do from it, then breaks down how to pass it. Students start with an easier version of the drill, then add the partner's pant grip and work through how to deal with it.

A key idea is patience: rather than forcing the pass, build tension on your partner's grip until they let go. Students then work on passing to side control, holding the position, and thinking about points in competition. Positional rounds and a recap close the class.

Video timestamps

00:04 Review: leg work and speed drills
01:00 Why your partner uses reverse De La Riva
03:17 Passing drill without the heel grip
07:29 Push into your partner, then straighten
10:08 Getting back to your feet
13:02 Adding the pant grip
17:00 Build tension until the grip breaks
22:02 Let go and keep the pressure
26:00 Adding details in layers
28:01 Settling into side control and scoring
34:23 Competition vs. self-defense mindset
40:11 Positional rounds from the top
01:00:14 Recap: from defense to attacking

Key technical concepts

Patience beats force. When your partner has a strong grip, don't rush. Build tension and wait until the grip breaks before moving forward.

Use your legs, not just your hands. Leg work helps you get past your partner's legs and keeps you from getting trapped in their guard.

Hold the position. Once you pass, settle into side control before deciding what to do next.

Why this work matters

Many adults are used to pushing harder when something isn't working. On the mat, students learn that slowing down, staying calm, and waiting for the right moment often works better. It's a useful lesson for stressful days off the mat too.

The coach builds technique the same way: one layer at a time, so students of different levels can keep progressing.

New to Jiu Jitsu?

You don't need any experience to start. Beginners learn the basics first, drill at a controlled pace, and build up to live training with coaching along the way. Questions are always welcome.

Train with us

Coastal Jiu Jitsu is located in Miramar Beach, Florida, serving adults from Destin, Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, 30A, Freeport, Inlet Beach, and surrounding Northwest Florida communities. Drop-ins are welcome in any class, whether you live here or are visiting the area.

Looking for a challenge, a skill to work toward, and people to train with? Contact us with your questions or book your first class.

Website: https://www.coastaljiujitsu.us
Phone: 850-866-2861
Address: 10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Unit 403, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Book a class: https://book.squareup.com/appointments/uuwnvg15zeylf9/location/LB8NT9SDM4ESA/services

When was the last time patience worked better for you than pushing harder?