It can be argued that the hips are the single most important part of the body in jiu jitsu. The powerful muscles of the hips and surrounding legs and lower back are where the majority of the power comes for most escapes. The hip escape is one of the first jiu jitsu movements one learns. From an offensive perspective, being able to control and keep tab of an opponent’s hips will go along way to frustrate and eliminate the ability to escape and allow you to implement your submission game.
Here is a guard pass that never crossed your mind – and it’s so unbelievably simple and effective!
Heath Pedigo demonstrates the Hip Switch Pass that will become your favorite one real quick:
