How to Do the Pressure Torreando in BJJ
The pressure torreando is a slower, more methodical version where you use body weight and forward pressure instead of speed. By stacking the legs and slowly walking around them while maintaining heavy pressure, you grind through the guard. It is effective against guard players who are good at tracking fast passes.
✓ Key Details to Master
- 1 Grip the pants and push the knees toward their chest
- 2 Drive your weight forward onto the stacked legs
- 3 Slowly walk around to one side while maintaining the stack
- 4 Use your shoulder pressure on their legs to prevent re-opening
- 5 Methodically settle into side control
✗ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ⚠️ Not driving enough forward pressure
- ⚠️ Walking around too quickly without maintaining the stack
- ⚠️ Allowing them to re-open the guard during the walk
- ⚠️ Releasing the pants grips before passing
- ⚠️ Not using shoulder weight on the stacked legs
🔄 Variations
- → Stack to over-under
- → Stack to leg drag
- → With collar grip
- → Against spider guard
🛡️ Counters & Defenses
- → Frame before being stacked
- → Invert when stacked
- → Create angles to prevent the stack
- → Grab a submission when they stack
Track Your Pressure Torreando Progress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What belt level should I be to learn the Pressure Torreando? ▼
The Pressure Torreando is typically introduced at the blue belt level. However, higher belts continue to refine this technique throughout their BJJ journey. Building a technical foundation. Developing a guard game and understanding of timing.
Does this work in both gi and no-gi? ▼
The Pressure Torreando works in both gi and no-gi, though grip adjustments may be necessary. In no-gi, focus on body control and underhooks instead of gi grips.
How do I set up the Pressure Torreando? ▼
The Pressure Torreando is typically executed from open guard. Key setups include controlling your opponent's posture and creating the right angle. Practice the entry repeatedly before focusing on the finish.