This channel gives me mixed feelings. On one hand I really want it to do extremely well because he definitely deserves it. On the other hand I don’t want anyone to watch it but me 😂
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Hahaha I often hear that! The outside knee grip in this video is so powerful
@barrett52296 ай бұрын
@@JonThomasBJJ I plan to start trying it immediately because it seems to solve a lot of the issues I experience with the traditional grips
@MegaSerioussam5 ай бұрын
I get you
@iamwarren21927 күн бұрын
I gatekeep Jon Thomas Bjj videos too
@marcusvmp906 ай бұрын
this is my favorite jiu jitsu channel. really didactic. it is fascinating how jonthomas do a compilation of all defenses and offenses and all possibilities of one especific position.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah I try to be thorough and make sure you have an sweet for most possible scenarios.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Really appreciate the support!
@TehZexD6 ай бұрын
Absolutely 👍 second to none.
@OlimaOmega6 ай бұрын
Unreal stuff as always 🔥
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much buddy! Love your videos too!
@bonsuer16 ай бұрын
forcing HQ is my go to passing approach, thanks for summarizing all possibilities, this is very helpful!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah it’s a powerful way to lock the match up
@garrydye23946 ай бұрын
This is why getting very good at swiveling from left to right hip while playing open guard and changing your foot position and grips is so important. Sitting on the left or right hip only is a good way to get your guard passed. HQ is a lot harder for OP to obtain when you are good at hipping out and changing your foot positions in relation to OP's body. HQ is hard to achieve for the OP if as soon as he tucks the leg between his legs you have already hipped out...and stretched your leg out and attempting to push on his knee to off balance him. Most of his leverage is when your own knee is bent and he has been able to sit down on it. That goes away when you have hipped out and extended your leg. Again, important to be able to swivel from left to right hip and change your own foot positions quicky on his body.
@joeglenton39236 ай бұрын
These recent deep-dive videos on mount, retention, push-pull and now this are top-tier. I use them for my own training and direct students/lower belts to them.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
I have been having fun doing these huge deep dives happy you have been enjoying them too!
@atlanticsligo6 ай бұрын
So good 🔥🔥🔥 I actually passed my own guard with this! 😅
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks buddy! Calling you now lol
@hoyasuh6 ай бұрын
I just started jiu jitsu a month ago but I try to apply alot of your tips during my rolls few select have worked for me ): maybe its because im still a beginner lol just gotta keep grinding!!! Thank you for these videos much love from South Korea (:
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah for the first years just focus on learning all you can about everything. Just develop wide general knowledge
@hoyasuh6 ай бұрын
Thank you (:
@stephenmcdaniel51406 ай бұрын
I'm a black belt and this knowledge is great, but it can take some application knowledge (a.k.a. mat time) to accurately apply these concepts. Keep this channel in your learning journey, it will pay off in the long run. Love his concepts!❤
@Wayniesgirl26 күн бұрын
That backtake was 🔥!!
@wladimirresende75166 ай бұрын
Very good, i'm a white belt and very often i get in this position, but most part of times i fail in conclude the passing. This was so so helpful to me, thank you
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Happy it helped and hopefully this makes a difference!
@cachoucasca55156 ай бұрын
I m a white belt beginner and from france and love you re Channel make me progress 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@ryanscottnix6 ай бұрын
Love it! I've been using HQ passing for years now, but it's the little details that make all the difference. Thank you for all of your work, Jon, sincerely.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Happy to hear it it’s really all the little small details that makes a big difference in positions so I’m happy to see that people can see the value in those details
@andrewrodrigues28655 ай бұрын
Phenomenal explanations with variations to choose from. As a white belt looking to develop a passing game, this is exactly what I need. Thank you!
@Ironbound276 ай бұрын
Uh, wow. This is legit one of the best guard passing videos I've seen in awhile. Literally hits every detail...good stuff!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks buddy I put a lot of effort into being thorough. Really appreciate it.
@jon08306 ай бұрын
consistently the most concise, practical and applicable BJJ channel on YT, thanks Jon
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks buddy really appreciate the support a message
@marcschmidt49936 ай бұрын
Learning the reverse head quarters was such a a ha moment. being feather weight has its challenges, and you sir have shown me answers. Thanks Jon, looking forward to your next visit to society!
@dominicmagliocco75236 ай бұрын
For the past two years I have worked the HQ position like you showed initially and always had issues with the pummel. Instantly switched my grips to same side lapel and outside pant (palm down) and WOW !! Three training sessions in and already seeing my passing from HQ improving so much.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
So happy to see that fast of improvement the grip change is so different. That constant lasso is so annoying this makes it such a more forceable position
@brandonreccejitsninja60766 ай бұрын
One of the best instructors on youtube. Come back to Jeff Joslins in Canada!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much buddy hope to make it out again soon!
@MegaSerioussam5 ай бұрын
This is such a great sequence and system. I really like the way you break it down. Away to start learning this and drilling this.
@richardwilliams87286 ай бұрын
Everything on here is absolute gold
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Really appreciate it!
@kingchief40386 ай бұрын
Jon is like that unassuming nice smart guy at school that could kick everyone's ass..
@alyg77384 ай бұрын
Been passing from HQ for the past month and I needed a methodical way to attack based off my opponent’s reaction, this video does exactly that.
@marcosandre4279Ай бұрын
Great content! Thank you!
@k1ng_k3nny816 ай бұрын
Best BJJ info presentation on youtube, as always.
@rapp30906 ай бұрын
Love your instruction bud. Keep after it.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Means a lot!
@JokeritWasTaken5 ай бұрын
This Chanel is 🔥 , I hope you’re raking in the dough from these videos because a lot of people would pay to see online BJJ content like this. Well done!
@alfonsusmichael6 ай бұрын
So far this is my favorite BJJ Instructional Channel ! Thank you sir. Im really learn a lot of technique details from your video sir💪
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Means so much knowing the videos are really making a difference in people’s game!
@alfonsusmichael6 ай бұрын
@@JonThomasBJJ Keep it up sir💪😁
@austmo516Ай бұрын
Thank you! Your channel has been a huge help!
@EngineersApproachBJJ6 ай бұрын
Such a high value and technical, yet comprehensive video. Thank you so much bro! 🎉
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
No problem really appreciate all the support Will
@dkf7216 ай бұрын
Got to do my First Gi class yesterday, and it was taught by you such an amazing class. Thank you !
@aprendeanestesia69386 ай бұрын
Another excellent video. Thanks so much
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Puffsmeal6 ай бұрын
I'm always hunting for this position when passing, but I find when I get to it, people always manage to get grips and off-balance me to either side, backwards or forwards and start attacking my legs. This video is going to help so much when I get back on the mats... Thanks so much!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah the one knee up position with outside grip is all strong for base control. I use it as a pit stop all the time now!
@richardwilliams87286 ай бұрын
I’ve used this approach with the leg drag sequence you shared with success multiple times.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Happy to hear it! The leg drag system with the roll through back take is so strong
@tommytommy24 ай бұрын
Hi Jon! I would love to see more breakdowns of high level jiu jitsu matches on youtube and I think you would be the man for the job.
@nathanslaman86955 ай бұрын
Planned on going into the gym today to work on this and the instructor is showing everybody variations of it. I was like hell yeah this is just what I wanted to do.
@bobhildebranski70346 ай бұрын
Super video!! 🥋👍🏼I really appreciate all of the editing, I know it’s a lot of work to do, the technique details laced with actual competition footage and seeing the details in real time is really cool! This is a great channel, I’ve learned a ton from all of your work-Cheers!!!
@enzomasci52185 ай бұрын
Great details, bringing them into my game at once. Thank you very much!
@zacharywong4836 ай бұрын
Really fantastic explanations and reference footage here!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
I think they help a lot for providing context!
@rooster824716 ай бұрын
Great details, one of my favorite sweeps , can’t wait to use these new tips!
@1millioncicades1836 ай бұрын
Great video, thank you :)
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
No problem
@DrSandman1235 ай бұрын
Great video as always Jon! This is going to really help my HQ game.
@IGPriX6 ай бұрын
I used to rely either on Gordan Ryan's toreando + leg drag and long step bass or Faria's over-underpass, but my partner's been countering it recently. So now I started to get into HQ position. Thank you this is helpful.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah HQ is such a great lock down position to build from! Toreando is one of my favorites too but there is so many variables it’s hard to solve
@IGPriX6 ай бұрын
@@JonThomasBJJ Oh DUDE! I don't believe you actually answered lol! I been referencing your past guard pass videos including your toreando pass, but whenever I tried to pass from kneeling position, I just somehow naturally get into HQ position. All your videos have been super helpful and I try to study them deeper man. Thank you!
@eveanddell6 ай бұрын
Such gold content on this channel. This HQ system is what I often attempt but have always thought why it gets stuffed and what other options could I go with. Thank you.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah the other way can work but then you have to deal with lasso a lot which is a whole other problem. This forces them to stay in position so you can keep the same system going
@stationgymguru70336 ай бұрын
Extremely helpful details on my favourite passing game 🎉
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@netplayer906 ай бұрын
🔥 Been struggling with the hq for a while this stuff is a game changer
@ryanh52426 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
No problem happy you liked it!
@philpoma20556 ай бұрын
Always appreciate the great details - thank you!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@olivarrio5 ай бұрын
Another great video. Thanks. 🖤
@Burkesquest86 ай бұрын
Favorite BJJ channel 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
@fclaudiopsych5 ай бұрын
Was gonna ask if the hq pass is useful against stronger guys but the best thing about this content is the example videos with different partners.
@sobe7626 ай бұрын
Love it! Thank you.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Happy to help!
@knpamazon6 ай бұрын
This is art. Thanks a lot.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
No problem
@emilyandruss51206 ай бұрын
Odd request but can you do a video on how to approach entering different types of guards? I know it’s a big/wide ask but it would be so helpful to have a guideline of how to enter different guards
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
I can definitely try to make something on that!
@wavvytarentino18576 ай бұрын
I'm just so happy I found this channel, this is amazing content
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much means a lot!
@mrjhn30674 ай бұрын
Holy shit. The outside knee grip just solved a big problem for me 😭 that’s so dumb 😂
@GrandK10006 ай бұрын
This passing system seems like a great one two punch with the toreando pass. Thank you!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah it absolutely is!
@ForzaTerra896 ай бұрын
I get in this position often but struggle from a knee shield, but I always lead with my left leg. I feel I need to watch this in mirror mode lol
@RemcoBakker5486 ай бұрын
Nice man! I will def try this the upcoming lessons, thanks!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot happy you enjoyed it!
@martinmyggestik2926 ай бұрын
You finally got rid of those red and green judo mats 🎉 I remember being part of an MMA-seminar there - oh lord, the mat-burns...
@martinmyggestik2926 ай бұрын
Oh! And top-tier instructions as always. You set the bar.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah the green mats were not the best for video either lol. Love the new black cover
@chanbru6 ай бұрын
Thank you
@Matt-zp4oc6 ай бұрын
This is awesome. Today I learned that what people have been doing to me . . . has a name :D
@josephshane36856 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Happy to help
@reptheU155 ай бұрын
Thanks Jon! Always great content
@DanielWillis-lz9bv5 ай бұрын
Really like this channel 👌
@alvinsoderstrom81536 ай бұрын
I would love to see defence from back take attempts and how to escape if they get the back
@myoschollum77226 ай бұрын
Thank you Jon, this is great
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Really appreciate it!
@bjjginerd6 ай бұрын
Hi! Alway thank you for the great instructional. It helps my move a lot! One thing I want to ask you (nothing to do with this video's techniue) is.... Do you know how Matrix guard got it's name? I've been searching it all day but there's none which give me a clear explanation. It would be very kind of you if you tell me the origin of its name in case you know it! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@636racer4 ай бұрын
i so needed this
@Awkwardsnuggler6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the donation and support!! Really means a lot!
@MrIllcat6 ай бұрын
Very cool, basically the grips you'd use for the Shotgun pass but all the time.
@renzoseminariovallejos22356 ай бұрын
Muchas Gracias 🤙
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@sophiacassella4 күн бұрын
Love this video and am excited to start playing with this position. How do you go about entering into this passing position say if you had a seated or supine opponent and neither of you had grips?
@toolmania09096 ай бұрын
Watching the game management of high-level players, finishing from the back mount seems to be the best method. Are there any videos that contain this method?,, The method of catching the back of an opponent recovering while taking side mount during a guard pass.
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Finishing for the back is definitely one of the most powerful finishing methods in jujitsu but you have to be opportunistic. It depends on how you’re part of the fans if they stay on their back on the floor defending, then you need to finish and mount or side of course if they turtle you can progress the back so I would say you need all options.
@RodMaxdi6 ай бұрын
Great content as usual thx
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Much appreciated
@arashooo6 ай бұрын
amazing!!
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Thanks!!
@MetaleiroBarizon3 ай бұрын
Jon é brabo.
@jasonkeaton51406 ай бұрын
Amazing. Thank you
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Happy to help!
@DinoWanted6 ай бұрын
Hi it’s me from bjj society in Halifax I’m the one that subscribed to you there 👍
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
That’s so cool! Happy to meet you! Good luck with your training!
@thomase2056 ай бұрын
I love this system ! I just go to their left with it
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Even better that side is always awkward for them
@TheGrapplingNinja6 ай бұрын
mendes med distance passing
@tomw50386 ай бұрын
“Long step grips.” - Tainan/Gui
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
I don’t like to think of it as long step, as whether or not the long step is available will largely be subject to the grips they have on you. Long step is one possible option here but knee cut folder are my preferences
@TheEverydayJiuJitsuPodcast4 ай бұрын
So good
@gutse0076 ай бұрын
💓💓💓
@Petepato36 ай бұрын
Thanks this comes handy as I'm practising HQ atm! Another option could be to force halfguard by pulling the trapped knee in between our legs?
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Yeah that is great as well it’s just hard to stuff that leg all the way through sometimes
@thomasburkhardt85756 ай бұрын
Muito bom!
@GuiRodrigues976 ай бұрын
Very nice 🧐
@tairram5 ай бұрын
🔥
@JP-uv5tt6 ай бұрын
YES!!!
@scootertribeg17086 ай бұрын
Any entries into headquarters from half guard? I'm new to headquarters but it looks promising, thank you!
@TheOulipo2 ай бұрын
In the last diving back take is there a risk of knee baring yourself? If so, how do you avoid it?
@lucarinaldi22486 ай бұрын
I’m a purple belt with a 30% disability.. can you do a series of side mount and z guard ?
@vhp3106 ай бұрын
this is awesome, can you show how to get someone from a seated guard or supine to HQ?
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
When they are seated you usually need to threaten a pass while they are up or force them to back, I’ll try to cover it again soon I did a video on it 8 months ago or so
@vhp3106 ай бұрын
@@JonThomasBJJoh dang can you link me? my coach recommended me to your channel and I've basically developed my guard around you two. Basically went from 0 guard to being competent in only 6 months. Love your work my man please keep it up
@SlickNickster6 ай бұрын
Oss!
@tpac46026 ай бұрын
Hello, Jon. Which course would you recommand a white belt to start? Your Open Guard Seris on Website or the Double Sleeve Guard On BJJ?
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Double sleeve on my website is a lot more complete than the BjJ fanatics one, I would recommend double sleeve as I’m going to revamp an entire new retention one with espen together soon!
@JesusFreekJiuJitsu6 ай бұрын
@JonThomassBJJ is there a way that you can cut this video in pieces? Like maybe adding time stamps in so we can break this down into smaller chunks?
@barrett52296 ай бұрын
Best way I’ve found is to watch one section and stop. Drill that for a while and test it with resistance. When it sticks add the next part. If I go in and try to drill multiple options I generally don’t get any of it to stick. I’ll even go so micro as to get to headquarters and get the outside pants grip. That will be my “win” for the roll and I try to do it over and over
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
I need to go back to adding time stamps I’ll do that again soon for this video
@JesusFreekJiuJitsu6 ай бұрын
@@JonThomasBJJ Thank you!
@andrei-cosmingrigorescu43596 ай бұрын
Silly question, but here it goes: the trapped leg cannot laso over, but can it laso under?
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
Good question! No not if you drop your elbow low to block that space off, I should have mentioned that in the video. But the outside knee grip block lasso over and if you drop your elbow the lasso under
@neckbomb96936 ай бұрын
I end up in the HQ position all the time and often have a hard time dealing with opponent’s legs. I’m gonna give these details a try. Solid content as usual, thanks bud! 🦾🔥😎
@JonThomasBJJ6 ай бұрын
The outside knee grip makes a huge difference!
@calisurfduuuddee81836 ай бұрын
Excuse my white belt ignorance but isn’t de la riva good for this situation? My school is teaching is what to do when he sits on our leg like this.