Passing · Gi & no-gi
Toreando pass
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Use opposing leg directions to make space for an outside passing angle.
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Open guard · Passing guard
Training
WATCH VIDEO · 2 min section · 2:45–4:43
Opens the video at this section · Gi demonstrationThe 5 Main Toreando Guard Pass Variations
Stephan Kesting
Setup & key ideas
Also called bullfighter pass · torreando
Before you start
- Independent lower-leg connections and room to move around the guard.
Key ideas
- Use one leg connection to turn their body.
- Create space with the other connection.
- Establish the pin after clearing the legs.
Connections Reactions and next steps
If they react…
IF
They draw their knees tightly toward their chest
Retain both leg connections and confirm there is room to turn their body; the remaining upper-body frames still need to be cleared.
Explore Toreando → north–southWhere this can lead
- Side control · In control
The legs are redirected and the upper-body connection is secured.