Long Step Pass: Complete BJJ Technique Guide

# Long Step Pass: Complete BJJ Technique Guide

## What is the Long Step Pass?

The Long Step Pass is a fundamental Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu technique that every practitioner should master. Whether you're a white belt just starting out or an experienced grappler refining your game, understanding the mechanics and timing of this technique will elevate your BJJ.

## How to Perform the Long Step Pass

Here's a detailed breakdown based on expert instruction:

# Long Step Pass

All right, guys, let's learn now about the long step, okay? So how can we apply a long step? So imagine Seb is playing guard, okay? And I hold his collar, I hold his trouser, and I start doing a knee cut. Of course, when I start doing a knee cut, he knows that I want to get the underhook, so he's always turning on the side and he's blocking the underhook. So what's I going to do? This hand that's free, I will hug his head.

Once I hug his head, I will change my base applying the long step. Okay? Once I do the long step, block his hip and then go to side control. All right? So one more time. So I'm here. Hold the collar. Hold his knee. Start with a knee cut. If you don't have a good underhook because the guy's turning too much to the side, maybe he's pushing me here too.

Weave the arm around, hug the head. Once you hug the head, change base and back step. Okay, do a long step back. And then block his hip and establish the cycle trail. Okay, so that's a basic way to do the long step. See you next lesson guys.

## Key Points to Remember

When drilling the Long Step Pass, focus on these essential details:

1. **Positioning** — Your body position determines your success rate

2. **Timing** — Wait for the right moment, don't force it

3. **Grip** — Secure proper grips before committing to the technique

4. **Finish** — Follow through completely once you initiate

## Common Mistakes to Avoid

Many practitioners struggle with the Long Step Pass because they:

- Rush the technique without proper setup

- Neglect the importance of base and balance

- Forget to control their opponent's reactions

- Don't drill both sides equally

## When to Use the Long Step Pass

The Long Step Pass works best when:

- Your opponent's weight distribution creates an opening

- You've set up the technique with proper grips

- You can commit fully to the movement

- You have a follow-up ready if the initial attempt fails

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*This technique guide is based on instruction from Professor Henrique, covering the Long Step Pass as part of the JitsAI Fundamentals Course.*