A classic over-under focused pressure course with useful live breakdowns.
The Bottom Line
You study over-under mechanics with fixes for sleeve and lasso. Rolling commentary shows how decisions happen. You will not get broad body lock or no-gi coverage.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Over-under fans
Skip if: Only no-gi
Tech focus: Over Under, Double Unders, Lapel Troubleshooting
Biggest takeaway: One pass, many paths
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What You'll Learn
An over-under–centric pressure blueprint with live rolling commentary showing how Faria solves common frames in real time.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Over Under
- Spider Lasso Counters
- Double Unders
- Lapel Troubleshooting
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 3 hours and 9 minutes
- Volumes: 4
- Released: 2017
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I included it late because while narrow, it is still a strong foundation for kneeling pressure devotees.
Why Bernardo Faria?
Bernardo Faria is a renowned over-under passer and elite competitor; his teaching style is beginner-friendly.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Fans of over-under love the rolling commentary segments.
- Good fixes for lasso and spider that hobbyists face often.
- Beginner-friendly progression for kneeling pressure.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Multiple users say it is basically over-under only.
- Very gi-focused grips limit no-gi carryover.
Smart Alternatives
- No Gi Pressure Passing by Bernardo Faria – If you want similar ideas for no-gi. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols)
- Introduction to Pressure Passing by Murilo Santana – If you want concept-first pressure beyond over-under. (Price: $197.00)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Battle Tested Pressure Passing on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
