ADCC-tested, simple no-gi pressure sequences that pin hips and pass without fancy grips.
The Bottom Line
You learn to slow the guard and win hip control early. The system covers closed, seated, SLX, and half guard. It is no-gi only and grip-agnostic.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: No-gi pressure passers
Skip if: You want lapel work
Tech focus: Pressure Passing, Knee Slice, Half Guard Smash
Biggest takeaway: Pin hips first
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What You'll Learn
An ADCC-winning top game turned into a simple, pressure-centric system. Focus on closing distance, pinning hips, and guard-by-guard gameplans.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Pressure Passing
- Knee Slice
- Half Guard Smash
- Single Leg X Counters
- Headquarters
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Conceptual
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 52 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I saw best results by prioritizing hip immobilization before chasing upper-body controls.
Why Matheus Diniz?
Matheus Diniz is an ADCC champion and longtime Marcelo Garcia student. His top game emphasizes pressure, off-balancing, and conservative risk management.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Approachable gameplans that suit hobbyists and competitors.
- Priced accessibly with clear guard-by-guard answers.
- Pairs well with body lock and HQ styles.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Less depth on outside passing feints.
- No gi-specific grips for collar-based guards.
- Fewer drills than some modern releases.
Smart Alternatives
- Pressure Passing and Top Game by Rafael Lovato – Gi-friendly pressure with HQ and side smash options. (Price: $197.00, 4 vols)
- The Body Lock Pass by Lachlan Giles – Pair pressure with knee-line-oriented passing. (Price: $99.00, 6 vols)
Sources & References
Official listing: View No Gi Power Passing by Matheus Diniz on BJJ Fanatics
Your next step
You have the breakdown, community feedback, and my final thoughts. Now it’s your move.
