Backstep Pass to Counter the Underhook (Lachlan Giles)
This is from the course "Passing Underhook Half Guard" on my online training platform https://submeta.io
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The Backstep Pass is a guard passing technique where the passer steps backward and away from the guard player's legs, pivoting to pass from the back angle rather than driving forward through the guard — an unconventional passing direction that catches guard players expecting forward pressure. [1] The backstep also serves as the primary entry to leg lock positions (ashi garami) from the passing position, making it both a pass and a leg lock entry. [1],[2]
Developed within the modern BJJ competition passing evolution. [1]
Used at IBJJF and ADCC competition. [1]
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Guard passes carry minimal injury risk for both fighters under normal conditions
Уровень мастерства, необходимый для надёжного выполнения техники
Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
Jiu-Jitsu University (Saulo Ribeiro, 2008)
Description sources — [1] Modern BJJ passing methodology [2] Competition passing analysis
Standard katakana transliteration of Western martial arts terminology (外来語) — used in Japanese MMA, boxing, and BJJ communities
Description sources — [1] Modern BJJ passing methodology [2] Competition passing analysis
hip mobility, grip strength, timing
athletic ability, good reflexes
core, quadriceps, forearms
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The backstep pass involves stepping backward behind the opponent's guard to achieve a passing angle. Commonly used to transition from half guard to mount or back control. (BJJ instructionals)
Don't keep your weight too far forward and make sure to free your knee over the top leg before stepping back. According to Lachlan Giles, failing to do this leaves you vulnerable to a back take or crab hook when you attempt the backstep.
Aaron Benzrihem emphasizes not taking a huge step to the side, as this leaves you vulnerable to being swept over. Instead, stay heavy and controlled as you peel the hook and transition into the pass.
Keep your leg out and slide down rather than pulling it toward you, as pulling invites your opponent to come up for a single or double leg takedown, according to Aaron Benzrihem.
Frame the head and fight the underhook early to prevent your opponent from establishing it in the first place, as Lachlan Giles explains this is the primary goal of the backstep pass counter series.
The Backstep Pass is a guard passing technique where the passer steps backward and away from the guard player's legs, pivoting to pass from the back angle rather than driving forward through the guard — an unconventional passing direction that catches guard players expecting forward pressure. The backstep also serves as the primary entry to leg lock positions (ashi garami) from the passing position, making it both a pass and a leg lock entry.
This passing technique is part of the modern BJJ guard passing curriculum, refined through competition at IBJJF and ADCC.
IBJJF: разрешён — Legal, guard pass scores 3 points; IJF: разрешён — Legal — transitioning past opponent's legs is part of newaza; ADCC: разрешён — Legal, guard pass scores 3 points; Unified MMA: разрешён — Legal; FIAS Sport Sambo: разрешён — Legal
Оценка опасности 2/10. Low — guard passes carry minimal injury risk for both fighters under normal conditions
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Establish Position → Strip Grips → Initiate Pass → Navigate Legs → Consolidate Side Control.
Стандартные контрприёмы: Guard retention / Frame and shrimp / Sweep timing / Re-guarding.
Распространённые варианты: Standard execution (the fundamental version of this pass); Modified version (adapted for specific guard types); Chain variant (transitioning to this pass from another pass that was def…).
Used at IBJJF and ADCC competition.
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Not establishing grips before initiating / Not consolidating with crossface after passing / Only passing to one side / Rushing without reading the guard player's position.
Backstep Pass также известен как Back Step, Reverse Knee Cut, Backstep to Mount.