### Double Unders Pass Technique **Technique Overview:** The Double Unders Pass is a fundamental guard passing technique, frequently used to transition from the open guard or butterfly guard to a more dominant position like side control. The name "Double Unders" comes from the double underhooks grip that is crucial for executing the pass effectively. **Positions Used From:** - **Open Guard** - **Butterfly Guard** **Step-by-Step Instructions:** 1. **Posture and Base:** - Begin in your opponent's open guard or butterfly guard, maintaining a solid posture. - Keep your elbows tucked in and hands aligned to avoid traps and submissions. 2. **Establish Double Underhooks:** - Use both your arms to swim under your opponent's legs. - Secure the underhooks by clasping your hands together behind your opponent’s lower back or glutes. - Keep your head centered to maintain balance, your chin tucked for protection. 3. **Flatten the Opponent:** - Pull your opponent’s hips off the mat while keeping their knees close to their chest. - At the same time, drive forward with your shoulder pressing into their abdomen to flatten them against the mat. 4. **Grip Adjustment and Base:** - Release your hand grip momentarily to grab around the opponent’s lower back or pants to ensure control. - Your other hand stabilizes against the mat. This is vital as it helps prevent counter attacks like sweeps. 5. **Walk Forward and Pin the Hips:** - Begin rotating around to one side while walking your knees up. - Ensure to pin their hips down with your pressure, maintaining control. - Use your shoulder to continually create pressure on their stomach. 6. **Finalizing the Pass:** - As your opponent’s legs begin to give, pass one leg around their hip. - Transition into side control by fully moving past the opponent's guard. - Control their head and far arm to establish a strong top position. **Key Points:** - Always maintain tight grip control to prevent leg re-establishments. - Keep constant pressure to create discomfort and force compliance. - Utilize your body weight and core strength while moving, rather than relying predominantly on your arms. **Common Mistakes: ** - Allowing space between your torso and their legs, which enables escape chances. - Losing balance by not controlling their hips effectively. ### Conclusion The Double Unders is a high-pressure passing technique that requires practice to fine-tune its nuances. With proper execution, it can be a reliable means of advancing your position and securing dominant control.