Guard pass
Passagem de guarda
Getting past the legs of an opponent lying in guard into side control or another top position. In BJJ it earns three points under IBJJF rules.
Quick Facts
Term typeClassification of techniques, arts and schools
LanguageEnglish
Formphrase
Alternative Namespassing the guard
Definition
Guard pass (Portuguese passagem de guarda) is getting past the guard. The top fighter gets over the legs of the opponent lying in guard and reaches a position beside or on top of them, most often side control, knee on belly or mount. Under IBJJF rules, a guard pass is worth three points if the fighter holds the new position for at least three seconds. Passing methods are divided by whether the fighter pushes and crushes the opponent from close range (pressure passing) or goes around the legs with fast movement (for example toreando).