A practical switching system for passers who need better timing.
The Bottom Line
You learn to recognize reactions that call for a style change. The course anchors each switch to a grip or posture so you do not lose control. It expects you to already know basic passes.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Hybrid passers
Skip if: You need basics first
Tech focus: Hip And Knee Post, Split Squat, Over Under, North South, Flying Knee Cut, Shin Pin, Throw By
Biggest takeaway: Switch styles on purpose.
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What You'll Learn
A four-part framework that teaches when to switch from tight inside pressure to loose outside movement mid-pass.
Especially useful if you lose control when changing directions.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Hip And Knee Post
- Split Squat
- Over Under
- North South
- Flying Knee Cut
- Shin Pin
- Throw By
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 27 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I like the emphasis on grips as cues for when to switch styles.
Why Jason Rau?
Rau teaches passing as a decision tree rooted in posture and grips, then speed. This course zooms in on the decision points that most people miss.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Praised by passers who like mixing tempo with pressure.
- Recommended with Rau's split-squat series to cover both styles.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- As usual, many suggest buying during site-wide discounts.
Smart Alternatives
- Modern Split Squat Passing by Jason Rau – Deeper dive on split-squat lanes. (Price: $127.00, 5 vols)
- Outside Passing by Jason Rau – Focus on the looser side of the tree. (Price: $99.00, 4 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View Dynamically Combining Inside & Outside Passing on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
