Agility has always been an important attribute of all top BJJ practitioners. Even the best athletes in BJJ will be at a disadvantage against an opponent at the same technical level but who is more agile, and able to move quickly and efficiently, .
Augusto ‘Tanquinho’ Mendes is part of the elite group of BJJ athletes that have won both the IBJJF world championships and ADCC. He was able to conquer the ADCC title this year at the advanced age of 36.
Tanquinho is known for his incredible balance and agility which makes him virtually unsweepable.
Check out this great video where he explains his concepts about maintaining balance when passing the guard:
