🥋 Techniques

What is Stack Pass in BJJ?

Quick Definition

A guard pass that stacks the opponent onto their shoulders to compress and pass.

Full Explanation

The stack pass involves driving forward while lifting the opponent's hips, folding them onto their shoulders and neck. This compresses them and limits their hip movement, allowing you to walk around their guard. Stack passes are effective against closed guard and many open guards. The stacking pressure also makes it harder for the bottom player to breathe and use their legs effectively. It is a pressure-based passing style.

Examples in Context

"He stacked me onto my neck and passed to side control"

"Stack passing is effective against flexible guard players"

Related Terms

Guard Pass

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

Double Under Position

A guard passing position with both arms under the opponent's legs.

Pressure

Using body weight effectively to control and exhaust your opponent.

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