Inside the University 151 - Aggressive Modified Headquarters to Buttflop Pass

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In this next lesson, we learn how to chain the Saulo choke side smash pass with the buttflop to create a combination of passes from the modified headquarters.

Inside the University 150 - Modified Headquarters Saulo Choke to Side Smash Pass

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Xande teaches a way to really get your opponent moving with the aggressive modified headquarters. From the modified HQ position, we use the Saulo choke to add discomfort and force a reaction that allows us to transition into the side smash pass.

Mackenzie Dern Koala Guard and Favorites 6 - Buttflop Pass against Reverse De la Riva

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Mackenzie teaches how to buttflop out of the reverse de la riva to solidify a quick but highly effective pass. Using similar grips and mechanics as to the buttflop from headquarters, we make a few adjustments to kick out a bit further to clear the leg and land in side control.

JJU 30-03 Passing Deep De la Riva with Classic Negative Side Hip Switch Pass

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Saulo teaches how to use the classic negative side hip switch pass when you are late to react to the deep de la riva and your opponent has the deep hook in. We use the classic hip switch but the positioning and being able to stop your opponent's upper body movements with your grip are vital to ensure they do not spin underneath you for a sweep.

JJU 30-3 Passing the Deep De la Riva Guard

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Saulo teaches how to pass the deep de la riva guard by cutting across with your knee and blocking your opponent's shoulder to prevent them from spinning underneath you.

Breakdown of Saulo at 2014 Brasileiros Fight 1 Part 2 - Drilling Guard Pull Defense and Late Recovery from Reverse De la Riva Sweep to Modified Knee Cut Pass

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Saulo sets up a drill for the class and goes into further detail on how to defend the guard pull as well as how to pull guard in order to recreate the scenario.

Breakdown of Saulo at 2014 Brasileiros Fight 1 Part 1 - Late Recovery from Reverse De la Riva Sweep to the Modified Knee Cut Pass

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Saulo goes into great detail and breaks down his first match from the 2014 Brasileiro where his opponent had managed to throw Saulo over his reverse de la riva guard to unbalance him in an attempt to finish with a single leg sweep. Saulo breaks down the possible options from this position and explains how to react in this situation to refrain from being swept and take control of the situation to pass your opponent's guard.

Inside the University 108 - Headquarters to Shotgun Pass

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Xande breaks down the shotgun pass from the headquarters pass. We learn that the headquarters position is a good way neutralize the modern De la Riva guard game and review the mechanics of how to do the shotgun pass. The headquarters position is a good hub for defensive posture from which we can launch a number of attacks to pass the guard.

JJU 32-02 Passing Reverse De la Riva Guard with Side Smash Pass

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In this lesson Xande teaches how to pass the reverse de la riva guard with a review of the side smash pass. The side smash pass is a good option to break your opponent's de la riva grip. It is powerful in combination with other passes because your opponent will now feel threatened against the pass on both sides regardless of the de la riva hand grip on the ankle.

Inside the University 68 - Advanced Details on Guard Retention and the Knee Cross Pass, X-Pass, Same Side Knee Pass Combos

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Xande goes into the details on what to look for to retain your guard and mentions that you want to keep your opponent off your three points of control (neck, shoulders, hips) to stay mobile and capable of retaining your guard. We also take an advanced look into the knee cross pass, x pass, and same side knee pass and examine how lifting your foot off the mats can neutralize the strength of the De la Riva guard and allow you to remain loose and glide over your opponent into a passing opportunity.

Inside the University 67 - Modified Headquarters to Buttflop or Shotgun Pass Part 2

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Xande reviews the buttflop and shotgun pass from the modified headquarters position at a seminar. The modified grip headquarters position prevents your opponent from establishing a lasso guard which was a problem when using the two lapel grip for the traditional headquarters position.

Inside the University 66 - Modified Headquarters to Side Smash Pass Part 2

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Xande reviews the side smash pass from the modified headquarters position at a seminar.