A crisp knee-cut system for gi or no-gi that turns entries into passes and finishes.
The Bottom Line
You learn how to open closed guard safely, establish headquarters, and pressure slice through classic and modern guards. The course covers core variations, common roadblocks, and high-percentage follow-ups like topspin finishes and back takes. It favors precision and pressure over speed, so smaller athletes can use it without being explosive.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Pressure passers, all belts
Skip if: You hate pressure passing
Tech focus: Knee Cut, Hq Position, Smash Pass, Weave Pass, Backstep, Flying Knee Cut, Underhook Half
Biggest takeaway: Win with a ruthless knee cut
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What You'll Learn
Ffion packages her trademark knee-cut into a repeatable system that starts earlier than most courses: opening closed guard, entering headquarters, and chaining finishes. It is direct and pressure-first, yet technical enough for lighter athletes.
If you want one passing course that works in gi or no-gi and scales from hobbyist to competitor, this is the safest bet in her catalog.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Knee Cut
- Hq Position
- Smash Pass
- Weave Pass
- Topspin Back Take
- Dlr Entry
- Lasso Break
- Underhook Half
- Single Leg X
- X Guard
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Both
- Runtime: 2 hours and 29 minutes
- Volumes: 4
- Released: 2023
Should You Buy It?
Buy it now. I rank this first because the knee cut connects every phase, so you spend more time passing than fighting grips.
Why Ffion Davies?
Ffion Davies is a Welsh BJJ black belt under Darragh O'Conaill and an ADCC 2022 world champion. She is a multiple-time IBJJF world champion in gi and no-gi and a WNO titleholder. Her passing style blends judo balance with precise pressure. She is widely profiled by BJJ Heroes and FloGrappling for elite results. Students praise her clear, concise teaching style.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Her knee cuts felt unstoppable; pressure and grips made passing automatic, even after half-guard recoveries, reported a partner who rolled with her.
- Explains knee cut and smash pass clearly on YouTube; easy to follow and free.
- Fundamental knee cut details still work decades later; basics beat trends.
- Viewers say her free clips are quality and well explained.
- Several people found parts immediately usable in training rounds.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- One user warned knee cuts aggravated a meniscus tear; careful mechanics are essential.
- Some prefer other knee cut teachers like JT Torres or Andrew Wiltse for style and nuances.
- A few criticize BJJ Fanatics production compared with Grapple Club or Submeta.
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Smart Alternatives
- Precision Knee Cut Passes by Lucas Lepri – Classic gi-first knee-cut blueprint from a legendary passer. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- The Knee Slice Pass by Dante Leon – Modern no-gi knee slice with strong counters and sequencing. (Price: $97.00, 4 vols)
- Mastering The Knee Cut Pass by Kit Dale – Concept-heavy knee-cut framework with gi and no-gi branches. (Price: $97.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Basic Bitch Knee Cuts by Ffion Davies on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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