Turn the knee cut into an A-game with entries, finishes, and counters.
The Bottom Line
This course teaches you how to enter, stabilize, and finish knee cuts against today’s toughest guards. It covers lasso, DLR, deep half, sit-up guard, X, and more. You will not get takedowns or no-gi variations; it is a gi-focused passing specialization.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Gi passers chasing A-game
Skip if: You never play knee cut
Tech focus: Knee Cut, Tripod Knee Cut, Flying Knee Cut, Weave Pass, Underhook Kill, Deep Half Counters, X Guard Counters
Biggest takeaway: Turn knee cut into a system.
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What You'll Learn
A focused four-part deep dive where Lepri turns the knee cut into a complete pathway. You get structured entries against DLR, lasso, sit-up guard, deep half, X guard, and more.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Knee Cut
- Tripod Knee Cut
- Flying Knee Cut
- Weave Pass
- Underhook Kill
- Scoop Grip Counters
- Deep Half Counters
- Sit Up Guard Counters
- X Guard Counters
- Stabilization
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 22 minutes
- Volumes: 4
- Released: 2020
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I saw how one pass, taught as a system, can dictate the whole match.
Why Lucas Lepri?
Lepri is an Alliance standout with multiple world titles and Hall of Fame status. He is renowned for technical knee-cut variations and pressure with posture. His coaching career includes Lepri BJJ in Charlotte and an online platform. Sources consistently rank his passing among the best of his era.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Community often calls knee cut the most reliable pass at all levels.
- Seminar-goers reported big breakthroughs after seeing Lepri's details live.
- Fans discuss his heavy stabilization and back-take routes off the slice.
- Case studies highlight his hip mobility and ability to stay on top.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Posters warn knee shield and lasso can stall knee cuts without strong grip answers.
- Movement-first passers may prefer long-step chains over heavy pressure.
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Smart Alternatives
- The Science of Guard Passing by Lucas Lepri – If you want the broader passing framework. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols, 2019)
- Precise Half Guard Passing by Lucas Lepri – If half guard players shut your knee cut down. (Price: $79.00)
- Precision Collar and Sleeve Guard Passing by Lucas Lepri – If collar-sleeve grips are your main roadblock. (Price: $97.00, 4 vols, 2021)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View Precision Knee Cut Passes on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
