Lepri teaches a cohesive pressure-first passing system that cracks modern guards.
The Bottom Line
You learn a linked passing framework that moves from knee cut to weave to long step without giving opponents easy counters. The focus is on beating lasso, DLR, and spider grips with posture, angles, and hip control. You will not get endless move dumps or no-gi variations; this is a gi-first system for passers who want principles and chains.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Gi passers and coaches
Skip if: You want no-gi material
Tech focus: Knee Cut, Weave Pass, Long Step, Grip Fighting, Angle Changes, Re Entries, Back Takes
Biggest takeaway: Build chains that neutralize lasso and DLR.
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What You'll Learn
This is Lepri's flagship passing system: a connected approach that links knee cuts, weaves, and long-steps with clear re-entries when you get stuffed.
It focuses on solving modern guards like lasso, DLR, and spider without relying on strength, giving you rules for grips, angles, and weight distribution.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Knee Cut
- Weave Pass
- Toreando
- Collar And Sleeve
- Lasso Guard Passing
- Reverse De La Riva
- Spider Guard Passing
- Chain Passing
- Pressure Passing
- Back Takes
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 58 minutes
- Volumes: 4
- Released: 2019
Should You Buy It?
Buy it now. I realized the power of chaining passes so every defense leads into the next dominant control.
Why Lucas Lepri?
Lucas Lepri is an Alliance black belt under Elan Santiago and an IBJJF Hall of Fame inductee. He won his first black belt world title in 2007 and amassed multiple gi and no-gi world championships. He is widely regarded for precision, grip strategy, and pressure passing. Lepri coaches in Charlotte, North Carolina, and runs an online academy. BJJ Heroes and Wikipedia list him among the sport's most decorated lightweights.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Often called underrated and highly effective for gi passers; several users reported quick improvements.
- Praised for sequences that answer lasso and DLR without brute force.
- Listed in top-five personal picks that actually moved the needle on passing.
- Case-study threads highlight Lepri's control and hip mobility fundamentals.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Some felt it assumes prior passing skill and is not beginner friendly.
- A few wished for more content depth at full price.
- Older Lepri DVDs drew criticism for dry delivery and English clarity.
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Smart Alternatives
- Precision Knee Cut Passes by Lucas Lepri – If you want a dedicated knee-cut A-game. (Price: $79.00, 4 vols, 2020)
- Precision Collar and Sleeve Guard Passing by Lucas Lepri – If collar-sleeve grips keep shutting you down. (Price: $97.00, 4 vols, 2021)
- Precision Guard Passing Bundle by Lucas Lepri – If you want his full modern passing toolkit. (Price: $327.00)
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Science of Guard Passing on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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