Dynamic Guard Passing: Inside Position by Brian Glick

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What will You Learn?

Master the Art of Standing Guard Passes with Precision, Control & Safety

Unlock the secrets of high-level standing guard passing with one of the most respected minds in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Brian Glick, black belt under the legendary John Danaher. In Dynamic Guard Passing Inside Position, Brian reveals a systematic approach to shutting down both seated and supine guard players using posture, pressure, and positioning—not speed or athleticism.

This instructional zeroes in on how to pass while standing, using the inside position to dominate exchanges, neutralize leg entanglements, avoid leg locks, and shut down wrestle-up attacks. Whether you're a competitor or hobbyist, this series will give you a safer, more efficient roadmap for engaging the guard with confidence.

🔑 Key Concepts Covered:

• How to safely approach and engage seated and supine guard players from standing

• Establishing and maintaining the inside position to control the pace and limit opponent options

• Detailed strategies for avoiding common traps: leg locks, leg entanglements, and wrestle-ups

• The most reliable control points to pass from, without exposing yourself to unnecessary risk

• Footwork, grips, and body alignment to build pressure and stability without needing to drop to your knees

• Decision trees to guide your reactions in dynamic guard passing scenarios

• Concepts drawn from the Danaher style of positional dominance—refined and made accessible

💡 Why Train with Brian Glick?

• Black belt under John Danaher, one of the most influential coaches in modern grappling

• Renowned for his clear teaching style, strategic depth, and focus on fundamentals

• One of our top-selling instructors—trusted by students around the world

Take the guesswork out of guard passing and build a game built on clarity, control, and confidence. Whether you're just starting out or looking to add new layers to your standing game, Dynamic Guard Passing Inside Position will give you tools that scale with your skill.

What Exactly Do You Get?

Part 1

• Dedication
• Introduction
• Technique Selection
• Your Biggest Obstacles
• Your Major Objectives
• Essential Skills - Grips and Hand Fighting
• Gaining the Underhook
• Posture: Concave Vs Convex
• Using Your Head
• After You Pass - Securing the Pin
• How to Best Use This Video
  

Part 2

• Establishing Inside Position - Initial Off Balance Tools
• Closing the Distance
• Initial Entry Vs Tight Seated Guard
• Double Inside Position - Introduction
• Double Inside Camping
• Reverse De La Riva to Double Inside
• Reverse De La Riva to Plow
• Knee Cut Pass - Introduction
• Underhook Method
• Collar Tie Method
• Split Squat Method
• Troubleshooting a Low Knee Shield: Push Pull Method
• Troubleshooting a Low Knee Shield: Scoop Method
• Troubleshooting a Low Knee Shield: Lace Method

Part 3

• Floating Pass - Introduction to Floating Pass
• Leg Pommeling Details
• A Note on Front Pommeling
• Stepover to Mount
• Shin to Shin
• Back Step Method
• Hip Switch
• Collapsing the Knees
• Combining Techniques

Part 4

• Tripod Pass - Introduction to Tripod Passing
• Tripod Passing Requirements
• Outside Knee Cut
• Inside Knee Cut
• Hand Assist Method
• Countering Sumi Gaeshi
• Combining Techniques

Part 5

• Straight Hamstring ("Headquarters" Passing) - Introduction to Straight Hamstring Passing
• Straight Hamstring Dilemma
• Outside Knee Cut
• Inside Knee Cut
• Working From a Wrist Pin
• Garry Tonon Side Smash High Step
• Countering De La Riva (Early)
• Countering De La Riva (Late)
  

Part 6

• Special Study: Clearing the Shin to Shin - The Problem with Shin to Shin
• Solution 1 Underhook and Inside Leg
• Solution 2 Clearing the Inside Foot
• Solution 3 Passing From Ashi
• Outro

Part 7

• Executive Summary - Establishing Inside Position - Initial Off Balance Tools
• Closing the Distance
• Initial Entry Vs Tight Seated Guard
• Double Inside Position - Introduction
• Double Inside Camping
• Reverse De La Riva to Double Inside
• Reverse De La Riva to Plow
• Underhook Method
• Collar Tie Method
• Split Squat Method
• Troubleshooting a Low Knee Shield: Push Pull Method
• Troubleshooting a Low Knee Shield: Scoop Method
• Troubleshooting a Low Knee Shield: Lace Method
• Floating Pass - Leg Pommeling Details
• Stepover to Mount
• Shin to Shin
• Back Step Method
• Hip Switch
• Collapsing the Knees
• Tripod Pass - Tripod Passing Requirements
• Outside Knee Cut
• Inside Knee Cut
• Hand Assist Method
• Countering Sumi Gaeshi
• Straight Hamstring ("Headquarters" Passing) - Outside Knee Cut
• Inside Knee Cut
• Working From a Wrist Pin
• Garry Tonon Side Smash High Step
• Countering De La Riva (Early)
• Countering De La Riva (Late)
• Special Study: Clearing the Shin to Shin - Solution 1 Underhook and Inside Leg
• Solution 2 Clearing the Inside Foot
• Solution 3 Passing From Ashi