Body Lock passing: one of the most efficient styles of passing guard in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
But, truth be told, there are a lot of details to get right for it.
Body Lock passing can be a great addition to your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skillset. Especially if you haven’t experimented with this passing style before; when you learn the proper setups and techniques, you’ll find it ludicrous how many opportunities will open up.
Your training partner is on bottom and you’re on top – and they go to snatch onto your leg!
So, your defense is to pummel your arm and establish an underhook… But now what?
Well, you can go for a Body Lock Pass!
Jay Rodriguez shows how to do it on the video below:
Body Lock Your Way Through The Guard With This Step-By-Step Approach To The Pass With B-Team Co-Founder & ADCC Finalist Nick Rodriguez’s Signature “Rody Lock” System For Grapplers Of All Levels.
- Learn the foundations of body lock passing with Nick’s explanation of the grips, pressure, and controls you need to start the attack.
- Go step by step through the pass with Nick’s advice on forcing half guard or beating the legs to get to dominant passing positions.
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