Bjj Fanatics - John Danaher - Passing The Guard May 2026

: Creating situations where the opponent must choose between defending the pass or giving up a submission.

John Danaher has two primary instructional series on BJJ Fanatics dedicated to guard passing: the (Gi) series and the "New Wave Jiu Jitsu" (No-Gi) series. 1. Passing the Guard: BJJ Fundamentals (Go Further Faster) BJJ Fanatics - John Danaher - Passing the Guard

: 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. : Creating situations where the opponent must choose

: Knee Cut, Smash Pass, Over-Under, and Double-Under positions. Passing the Guard: BJJ Fundamentals (Go Further Faster)

: Turning side control and mount into "airtight" positions that prevent the opponent from recovering guard. Summary of Danaher's Guard Passing Rules

: The foundation of guard play—control resides between the opponent's knees.

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