BJJ TECHNIQUE - SHIN SLIDE + LONG STEP + OMAPLATA BACK TAKE
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Shin Slide Pass·Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy
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Shin Slide Pass
SubFamilyShin・Slide・パス(Shin Slide Pass)
Translation: shin slide pass
Overview
The Shin Slide Pass uses the shin to slide across the opponent's thigh while passing half guard, maintaining heavy pressure throughout. [1]
Shin SlideKnee Slide Pass
History & Origin
The Shin Slide Pass is a guard passing technique detailed in Saulo Ribeiro's systematic BJJ approach. [1]
Effectiveness
Effective guard passing technique taught as part of a comprehensive passing system. [1]
Lineage
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard passing methodology. [1]
Competition Record
Used in UFC and professional MMA competition
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Guard passing mechanics specific to shin slide pass
Joints Involved — Hips, knees for passing movement
Force Vector — Lateral or downward pressure to bypass the guard
Position & Entry
From opponent's guard — Execute the shin slide pass
Variants
Not yet documented
Videos
Free Technique: Knee Slide Pass (Guard Pass System) | Gui Mendes | AOJ+
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Shin Slide Pass·ART OF JIU JITSU
The Knee Slide Pass is one of the seven core techniques taught in the Guard Pass System. The Guard Pass System is a co…
Shin Slide Pass by Marcus Buchecha Almeida
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Shin Slide Pass·BJJ Fanatics
SHIN SLIDE PASS https://bjjfanatics.com This video shows how to do the Jiu Jitsu Shin Slide Pass. Marcus Almeida is on…
How to Pass Half Guard Using the Shin Slice: Explained.
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Shin Slide Pass·Tony Casarez
BJJ Guard Pass Idea #1 - Shin on Shin Pass - demonstrated by Dale || We Shall Pass !!
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Shin Slide Pass·Combat Room Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
In this new series "We Shall Pass", it's time to see how our local mat demons are conquering the defences of those pesk…
JT Torres - Opposite Side Shin Slide Pass - BJJ Weekly Issue #106
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Shin Slide Pass·bjjweekly
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RDLR - Passing (Knee Cut - Shin Slide)
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Shin Slide Pass·Flux MMA
Knee Cut vs Shin Slide
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7 videosWhat Instructors Say
The shin slide pass is a fundamental guard-passing technique employed across various positions, with instructors emphasizing different entry points and stabilization mechanics. Combat Room Brazilian Jiu Jitsu presents a straightforward shin-on-shin approach: the passer places their shin against the opponent's shin and drives the knee across to establish hip control before transitioning to side control, noting that opponents' straight-arm frames can be addressed by hip switching. BJJWeekly's JT Torres approach differs significantly, beginning from a tight half-guard position where conventional knee cuts fail; he establishes grips on the near lapel and outside knee, picks the opponent's leg while rotating their body to their weak side, then drives the knee between the opponent's legs before using an underhook and controlled footwork to step into side control. Gui Mendes at Art of Jiu Jitsu emphasizes the pass's utility in stabilizing side control, particularly for lighter athletes, describing the knee slide as a position where the passer's body creates a line across the opponent's frame, blocking leg defenses while the elbow blocks the hip. Mendes details crucial grips on the collar, legwork mechanics to break hooks, and the maintenance of knee-on-mat positioning to prevent escape via leg activity. All instructors converge on the importance of maintaining control throughout the transition and establishing a secure side control finish, though their entry mechanics and grip preferences vary based on contextual scenarios.
Synthesized from 3 instructors
- Combat Room Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — BJJ Guard Pass Idea #1 - Shin on Shin Pass - demonstrated by Dale || We Shall Pass !!: Demonstrates basic shin-on-shin mechanics: placing shin on opponent's shin, driving the knee across, using hip weight for control, and addressing straight-arm frames with hip switching
- bjjweekly — JT Torres - Opposite Side Shin Slide Pass - BJJ Weekly Issue #106: Provides detailed half-guard entry with lapel and knee grips, rotating opponent to weak side, driving knee between legs, using underhook transitions, and controlled footwork to finish side control
- ART OF JIU JITSU — Free Technique: Knee Slide Pass (Guard Pass System) | Gui Mendes | AOJ+: Explains stabilization mechanics for lighter athletes, emphasizes collar grip for distance control, leg positioning to block hip and leg defenses, underhook establishment, and drilling methods for comfort and mobility
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
2
Low2/10
Guard passing — positional technique, not a strike or submission
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Intermediate
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
— IBJJF — Legal, guard pass scores 3 points
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— IJF — Legal — transitioning past opponent's legs is part ...
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDF— ADCC — Legal, guard pass scores 3 points
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— Unified MMA — Legal
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Drill the passing motion with progressive resistance (Ribeiro & Howell, 2008)
Common Mistakes
!Rushing without controlling grips
!Allowing guard re-composition
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Control grips → Shin Slide Pass → Establish side control or mount
Sources & References
Primary Source
Jiu-Jitsu University (Ribeiro & Howell, 2008)
1Book[1] Ribeiro, S. and Howell, K. (2008). Jiu-Jitsu University. Victory Belt Publishing. ISBN 978-0-9815044-3-8. Technical Editor: John Danaher.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Ribeiro, S
2Citation[1] Ribeiro, S. and Howell, K. (2008). Jiu-Jitsu University. Victory Belt Publishing. ISBN 978-0-9815044-3-8. Technical Editor: John Danaher.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Ribeiro, S
Community
Athletics
Good hip mobility and pressure
Balance
Frequently Asked Questions
What grip should I maintain throughout the shin slide pass?
According to Gui Mendes, the collar grip is really important because it controls distance and maintains pressure on your opponent. He recommends keeping this grip all the way to the finish rather than switching to the pants, as this preserves your ability to stabilize the position and keep the opponent's shoulders on the mat.
Where should my head be positioned during the shin slide pass?
Gui Mendes emphasizes that head position is critical—if you pass too far over the opponent's shoulder line, you expose your back. Instead, keep your weight on your hip and don't go closer to the head than necessary to avoid compromising your position.
How do I use my knees effectively in this pass?
Marcus Buchecha Almeida advises placing your knee on top of the opponent's knee while keeping your toes and knee on the mat. This secures their leg without causing injury, preventing them from moving. Gui Mendes also notes that knee position is an important detail and you can use legwork by moving your leg closer to the head and driving your hip around their leg.
What's the key to finishing the pass once I'm in position?
According to Flux MMA instruction, once you have your grips and the opponent's knee is compressed, stand and drive with your feet while turning the corner—the key is to cut the corner so your legs never hit the ground, then drive into them to secure the pass.
How does the Shin Slide Pass work?
The Shin Slide Pass uses the shin to slide across the opponent's thigh while passing half guard, maintaining heavy pressure throughout.
Where does the Shin Slide Pass come from?
The Shin Slide Pass is a guard passing technique detailed in Saulo Ribeiro's systematic BJJ approach.
Is the Shin Slide Pass legal in competition?
IBJJF: legal — Legal, guard pass scores 3 points; IJF: legal — Legal — transitioning past opponent's legs is part of newaza; ADCC: legal — Legal, guard pass scores 3 points; Unified MMA: legal — Legal; FIAS Sport Sambo: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Shin Slide Pass?
Danger rating 2/10. Guard passing — positional technique, not a strike or submission
How do I set up the Shin Slide Pass?
The standard setup chain: Control grips → Shin Slide Pass → Establish side control or mount.
How do I defend against the Shin Slide Pass?
Standard counters include: Re-guard / Frame and hip escape / Underhook from bottom.
How effective is the Shin Slide Pass in competition?
Used in UFC and professional MMA competition
What are common mistakes when doing the Shin Slide Pass?
Top errors to watch for: Rushing without controlling grips / Allowing guard re-composition.
What are other names for the Shin Slide Pass?
The Shin Slide Pass is also known as Shin Slide Pass, Shin Slide, Knee Slide Pass.