This is the pass sequence used by one of our purple belts to win gold at the 2025 IBJJF New York Spring Open. It’s a slick, pressure-based counter using the headquarters position. This pass shuts down their hooks, takes away their off-balancing options, and puts you in prime position to advance. Whether you’re a white belt struggling with guard passing or a seasoned player looking to clean up your passing game, this technique is battle-tested and competition-proven.
00:00 Intro
00:13 The Headquarters Setup
01:17 Knee Cut Pass
01:31 Live Demo
03:30 Leg Weave Pass
04:04 Live Demo
05:14 Back Step Pass
05:42 Live Demo
06:48 Slick Judo Takedown
07:35 IBJJF Footage and podium pics
08:30 Outro
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