### Leg Drag Pass The Leg Drag Pass is a powerful and versatile guard-passing technique commonly used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) from the **Open Guard** position. This technique involves controlling the opponent's legs and redirecting them to impose a passing position, often transitioning to side control. Employing a mix of finesse and pressure, it is a favorite among both gi and no-gi practitioners. #### Steps to Perform the Leg Drag Pass: 1. **Establish Your Base** - Begin from an **Open Guard** position where your opponent is seated or lying on their back with their legs the primary barrier. - Assume a stable base with one knee up close to the opponent's hips and the other knee back for balance. 2. **Grips and Control** - Use your lead hand to grip the opponent's outside pant leg or ankle on the side you're planning to pass. - With your free hand, control the opponent's opposite knee, pant leg, or shin. - The goal is to prevent your opponent from re-guarding by managing their leg movement. 3. **Executing the Drag** - Slightly lift and drag your opponent’s controlled leg across your body towards the opposite side. - Use your weight to keep their leg pinned by placing it on the ground. - Keep your elbow close to your ribs to maintain control; this limits their hip movement and sets up for the pass. 4. **Position Your Body** - Position your hips back slightly to create pressure on the leg you pinned. - Walk around towards the same side where you dragged the leg, keeping control of their hips. 5. **Solidify the Pass** - Keep your chest low, and slide your body to reach side control. - Use your chest pressure to pin the opponent's shoulders to the mat. - Transition your grips for upper body control, securing a dominant side control position. 6. **Stabilize in Side Control** - Establish control by pinning the opponent’s hips or pressing down with your knee on belly or chest. - Secure grips around the opponent’s head and arm to limit their movement. 7. **Final Checks** - Ensure you're in a stable position; adjust your base and pressure if necessary. - Be ready to transition to mount or back if opportunities arise. ### Tips - **Pressure and Angles:** It's crucial to maintain pressure on the dragged leg while changing angles to ensure the opponent cannot regain guard. - **Speed vs. Control:** While speed is necessary at certain points, focus on controlled movements to prevent unnecessary scrambling and exposure. ### Possible Counters - Be aware of the potential inversion attempts by your opponent. - Watch for heel-hook or knee bar setups, especially in no-gi scenarios. #### Summary The Leg Drag Pass is an essential tool in a grappler's repertoire, offering a high percentage success rate against various guard styles. By mastering this technique, you have the ability to bypass the guard effectively, continuing the pressure until victory is achieved.