📍 Positions

What is Over-Under Position in BJJ?

Quick Definition

A guard passing position with one arm over and one arm under the opponent's legs.

Full Explanation

The over-under position is a pressure passing configuration where one arm goes over one of the opponent's legs and the other goes under the opposite leg. This asymmetric grip breaks the guard player's hip alignment and creates a powerful passing angle. Bernardo Faria popularized the over-under pass as his primary passing method, proving its effectiveness at the highest levels. It is considered one of the strongest pressure passes in BJJ.

Examples in Context

"Bernardo Faria's over-under pass is legendary"

"I locked the over-under and started driving forward to pass"

Related Terms

Guard Pass

A technique to get past your opponent's legs and establish a dominant top position.

Pressure

Using body weight effectively to control and exhaust your opponent.

Half Guard

A guard position where you control one of your opponent's legs between yours.

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