Systematically Attacking The Guard by Gordon Ryan
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“Gordon's Systematically Attacking the Guard is head and shoulders above everything else. The body lock section alone is worth it.”
“Systematically Attacking the Guard is THE instructional to get. Changed my entire top game.”
“Yes. It's expensive but it's the most comprehensive passing resource available. Wait for a sale though.”
“Gordon's passing set is great but way too long. I only use maybe 30% of it regularly. The body lock and toreando sections are gold though.”
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Best passing DVD but pricey
Hands down the best guard passing content out there. The body lock and toreando sections are incredible. Only knock is the price — wait for a sale if you can. The production quality has improved a lot compared to his earlier stuff too.
Incredible content but very long
The content is world class, no question. But it's LONG. Like really really long. I've been working through it for 3 months and I'm maybe 60% done. If you're the type who buys instructionals and never watches them, this might be overwhelming. But if you commit to it, it will transform your top game.
The gold standard for guard passing
I've watched probably 20+ guard passing instructionals and nothing comes close to this. Gordon's level of detail on weight distribution and when to switch between passing styles is just next level. My passing went from getting swept constantly to being a real problem for people at my gym within a few weeks of drilling this material.
Worth every dollar
Gordon's instructionals are phenomenal. Most expensive on the platform but have been worth every dollar. The way he breaks down passing into a decision tree that you can actually follow in live rolling is what sets this apart from other instructionals.
Systematic is the right word
The name says it all. This isn't a collection of random techniques — it's an actual system. He shows you what to do when they sit, when they lay back, when they try to stand, when they grab your legs. Every reaction has an answer. It's like a flowchart for passing guard.
Changed how I think about passing
I'm a black belt and I still picked up a ton from this. The body lock passing section alone is worth the price. Gordon demonstrates every possible scenario and clearly explains his reasoning. You won't find a more comprehensive passing resource.
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